Preparing information
Introduction
Providing Queenslanders with a disability with equitable access to information is an important priority for Disability Services Queensland (DSQ) and the state government.
Background
The right of people with a disability to access information is protected through the Queensland Disability Services Act 1992.
Policy development
This discussion paper is a preliminary step in the development of a policy and guidelines on preparing information for people with a disability.
DSQ's current communication and publishing practices
DSQ has adopted many best-practice principles for communicating with people with a disability.
Critical issues
The following are issues which need to be considered in communicating with and publishing for people with a disability and should be reflected in the policy.
Policy directions
It is proposed that the following areas will be reflected in the policy's principles.
Communication needs of people with a disability
Different communication needs of people with a:
- hearing impairment
- vision impairment
- physical disability
- intellectual disability
- psychatic disability.
Publications and resources
Publications and resources for communicating with people with a disability.
Last updated June 2008
