ACROD 2007 Ageing and Disability Conference
"Between two worlds : growing older with a disability"
Hilton Hotel
Adelaide
Monday 2nd & Tuesday 3rd April 2007

The ACROD 2007 Ageing and Disability Conference will seek to integrate policy,
research and practice to improve society’s response to the needs and lifestyle
preferences of older people with disability. It will offer presentations and workshops
appealing to a broad cross section of staff from service providers, but designed to
be also of interest to people from government departments and academic institutions.

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A Forum on Learning Disabilities in Education
Storey Hall, RMIT University
Melbourne
14th - 15th May 2007

Learning Disabilities (LDs) are the fastest growing type of disability identified by tertiary
disability service officers. Secondary and TAFE providers are also supporting students
with learning disabilities. Much needs to be done to improve the opportunities and education
experiences of students with LDs.

This 2 day forum will

Raise awareness of learning disabilities
Explore how to help students succeed in secondary and post-secondary education
Facilitate collaboration between professionals and others in the field
Frame recommendations for improving students' experience and educational
outcomes

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For further information, contact

Colleen Ray
Equity and Access Unit
La Trobe University
Victoria 3086

email: c.ray@latrobe.edu.au

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