Mornington Peninsula Shire Disability Inclusion Plan 2018 – 2022 Vision: Working in partnership to improve access and inclusion for people with a disability across the Mornington Peninsula Key Area 1 Physical and Built Environment Key Area 2 Transport Key Area 3 Information and Communication Key Area 4 Leisure and Recreation Key Area 5 Employment, Education and participation Key Area 6 Support Services Outcomes of the Victorian Disability Plan: Absolutely Everyone 2017 - 2020 Connection – people with a disability are active participants in communities aligned with their interests and identities Inclusion – Victoria’s communities and places are welcoming and inclusive for people with a disability Accessibility – the built and natural environment is accessible to Victorians with a disability Housing – people with a disability have housing choices that are flexible, suitable, affordable and accessible Health – people with a disability achieve their optimal mental and physical health Wellbeing – people with a disability experience a high level of wellbeing in all aspects of their lives Respect – people with a disability are as recognised and respected as any other citizen Safety – people with a disability live in safety and feel secure and protected Opportunity – people with a disability have equal opportunities to identify, pursue and achieve their aspirations Education and skills – people with a disability actively engage and succeed in education and learning Employment – people with a disability are engaged in flexible and sustainable employment and have opportunities to develop and succeed Economic independence – people with a disability generate income through employment, business ownership and entrepreneurship and participate freely as consumers
2.5 Aim to make restricted points such as kissing gates and bike gates are accessible for people with mobility issues. 4 years, ongoing 3. Increase accessibility at beaches across the Peninsula 3.1 Increase accessibility at beaches such as implementation of beach matting and all terrain wheelchairs. 3 years 3.2 Increase and improve accessible parking bays at beach locations and connect pathways between parking and beach access points. 4 years 3.3 Ensure all new Coastal Management Plans include provisions for access and Universal Design by consulting with disability groups. 2.5 years, ongoing 3.4 Upgrade at least one area of the Shire’s foreshore camping grounds to include accessible features such as beach matting, changing places toilet with hoist and shower, accessible paths. 4 years 4 Support wider application of universal design principles in the community. 4.1 Build community awareness of Universal Design Principles, Liveable Housing Guidelines and adaptable housing. 2.5 ongoing 4.2 Advocate to state government for a better application of universal housing design principles in the regulation of building and land use planning (e.g. review of Building Regulations and the Victoria Planning Provision’s Better Apartment Standards). Ongoing 5. Advocate for increased social and affordable housing, particularly accessible housing. 5.1 Support implementation of, and input into, the review of Council’s housing related policies. Ongoing 5.2 Continue to advocate for more social and affordable housing, particularly accessible housing for people with a disability and/or older people. Ongoing 5.3 Monitor the need for additional Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) housing options available on the Mornington Peninsula for eligible National Disability Insurance scheme (NDIS) participants and encourage development of SDA (e.g. assist in building partnerships) as required. 2 ongoing Key Action Area 2 – Transport Transport includes buses, trains, taxis, ride share services and paths of travel. Access to transport and a safe continuous path of travel are primary concerns for people with disability on the Mornington Peninsula. A lack of wheelchair accessible taxis, particularly on the southern peninsula, and intermittent accessible buses mean that people with mobility disabilities have almost no reliable transport options available to them. Limited mobility can lead to social isolation and related health conditions such as heart disease and poor mental health. Given this, an increasing number of residents are choosing to access places and spaces on mobility scooters.
1. Work with businesses and community organisations to increase employment and volunteering opportunities for people with disabilities 1.1 Work with the All Abilities Consultative Committee to increase awareness of the importance of employing people with disabilities. 1 year, ongoing 1.2 Build capacity of local employers and community organisations to employ people with disabilities by participating in education and awareness, and leading by example. 4 years 1.3 Evaluate current practices and work in partnership to promote and connect people with disability to employment. 1 year 1.4 Recognise and promote the abilities of people with disability and the contribution that they make to the community. Ongoing 1.5 Work with kindergartens and schools to support transition of young people with disabilities through the education system up to employment and further opportunities. Ongoing 2. Council is a good practice example of an employer of people with disability 2.1 an equity lens to relevant HR policies and practices, and ensure workplace adjustment principles are reflected across the organisation. 4 2.2 Promote a culture of inclusion and accessibility, including providing training and awareness-building materials to all staff to build knowledge of disability in the workplace. 4 years 2.3 Explore the benefits of Council becoming a member of Australian Network on Disability. 4 years 2.4 Work towards aligning Council employment strategy with Every Opportunity: Victorian economic participation plan for people with disability 2018-2022. 4 years Key Action Area 6 – Support Services Beyond the NDIS, there are many areas where the Shire continues to support people with disabilities, both directly and in partnership with other groups and services. As well as ensuring mainstream services are accessible, there is an ongoing role to be played by Council in the areas of advocacy, capacity building, and provision of information. Alignment to Council Plan: Theme 4 - Our Wellbeing Strategic Objective 6 – People with a disability feel valued and are supported Strategic Objective 7 – A self-determined, engaged and inclusive community is accessible to all residents. Objectives Strategies Timeline