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25 Jun 2020

Speech pathologist Georgia Burn awarded PhD scholarship

People with communication disability are central to Georgia's work, and with this PhD scholarship she's set to contribute to a more inclusive community.

14 May 2020

#AskForChange: Cassy challenges businesses to be fully accessible

Meet Cassy, an independent young woman with big plans. She has cerebral palsy, and she's calling for businesses to become communication accessible.

26 Mar 2020

#AskForChange: Jacob’s rallying cry for businesses to be accessible

Meet Jacob, 22-year-old student, mentor, and advocate. Jacob has cerebral palsy, and he's challenging businesses to become communication accessible.

20 Feb 2020

Speech isn’t the only way to have a conversation

Communication access means people with communication difficulties can get their message across. Let's make inclusive communication part of everyday life.

6 Sep 2019

Scope awards Communication Access Symbol to Box Hill Police Station

In a world first, police officers from Box Hill Station have been trained by Scope to communicate effectively with people with communication difficulties.

4 Apr 2019

Not just parenting – building a family unit

Sibling relationships can be difficult to manage for any family; however there are extra challenges when one of your child has disability.

12 Mar 2019

Policeman’s compassion improves safety for Big Issue seller

To improve John’s safety and security, Senior Constable Anthony Downing built a concealed box for John to store his wallet discreetly on his wheelchair.