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Nov 23, 2011

This follows an increase in complaints to the Commission relating to disability discrimination in education, and concerns raised by parents of children with disability, disability advocacy groups and members of the Commission’s Disability Reference Group about the provision of education services to students with disability.

The purpose of the Commission’s research is to gather information about the issues and challenges experienced by students with disability in the Victorian school system and to identify potential solutions, consistent with Victoria’s equal opportunity and human rights framework, to improve access to education for students with disability.

How you can participate

We are keen to hear from students, parents and educators about what works and what could be improved when it comes to the education of students with disability in Victoria. There are several ways you can have your say.

Complete our confidential survey

If you are a:

• student with disability
• parent of a student with disability, or
• principal, teacher or you work in a Victorian school

you can complete our confidential online survey humanrightscommission.vic.gov.au/disabilityinschools

The survey is anonymous – we do not ask for any personal or identifying information.

If you work in a community organisation or otherwise provide support to families, children and young people with disability, you can tell us your views by sending an email.