Training resources

An Introduction to Intellectual Disability

Topics discussed in this document:

  • What is intellectual disability? Definitions of disability, different views of disability
  • Recognising intellectual disability from other conditions
  • Appropriate language, disability etiquette, communication tips, writing in easy english
  • Disability Standards and Discrimination

Please click on the link to download complete document- An Introduction to Intellectual Disability

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Introduction and the specific laws on guardianship and administration

Purpose of this document:

The purpose of this publication is to provide legal practitioners, people with decision-making disability, their family, friends and support network, with a basic understanding of what guardianship and financial management (also known as administration) is, the alternatives to formal orders and what laws in States and Territories govern these areas.

Please click on the link to download complete document- Guardianship and administration laws across Australia

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IDRS Volunteer Solicitor Programme information kit

IDRS Volunteer Solicitor Program works in conjunction with the Criminal Justice Support Network (CJSN).

Through this program volunteer solicitors provide after hours and weekend legal advice to people with intellectual disability who have been arrested and are in police custody.

Please click on the link to download the information pack for solicitors. This is a PDF document.

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