The City of Gosnells is updating its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) for the next 5 years: 2024 - 2028 and we need your feedback.
DIAPs promote accessibility and inclusivity for people with disabilities by providing a framework for implementing strategies and initiatives that ensure equal access to key services provided by Local Governments.
4.7 per cent of the City's population reported needing assistance in their day-to-day lives due to disability. As our population grows and the demographics of the City continue to change, it is likely we will continue to see a growth in the number of residents who need assistance.
The City would like to understand, address and alleviate barriers people with disability may encounter when dealing with the City. Our goal is to make our community more inclusive and accessible.
The seven outcomes of the current Disability Access and Inclusion Plan are:
| People with disability have the same opportunities as other people to access the services of, and any events organised by, the City of Gosnells |
| People with disability have the same opportunities as other people to access the buildings and other facilities of the City of Gosnells. |
| People with disability receive information from the City of Gosnells in a format that will enable them to access the information as readily as other people are able to access it. |
| People with disability receive the same level and quality of service from the staff of the City of Gosnells as other people receive from the staff of the City. |
| People with disability have the same opportunities as other people to make complaints to the City of Gosnells. |
| People with disability have the same opportunities as other people to participate in any public consultation by the City of Gosnells. |
| People with disability have the same opportunities as other people to obtain and maintain employment with the City of Gosnells. |
Have your say:
- Complete the online survey below
- Attend one of our four in-person workshops
- Call the City on 9397 3000
- Email us your thoughts on council@gosnells.wa.gov.au
- Write to us at PO Box 662, Gosnells WA 6990
- Consultation closes Monday 11 December 2023
Quick statistics
A disability is any continuing condition that restricts everyday activities. The Disability Service Act 1993 defines disability as:
- attributable to an intellectual, psychiatric, cognitive, neurological, sensory or physical impairment
- or a combination of those impairments
- permanent or likely to be permanent
- may or may not be of a chronic episodic nature
- results in substantially reduced capacity of the person for communication, social interaction, learning or mobility and a need for continuing support services
