Disability Advisory Committee

Advisory committees provide advice and recommendations on strategic matters to help inform Council decision-making.

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The Disability Advisory Committee was established in 2008, the purpose of the Committee is to provide information, advice and recommendations (where appropriate) to Council in relation to:

  • Long term strategic and systemic issues that impact on people with disabilities and their participation in community life
  • Disability awareness and other initiatives that assist access and inclusion and recognise the contributions of people with a disability
  • Policies, plans and services that impact on people with disabilities
  • The implementation of Council’s Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2022-2026

Members should live, work, and/or study in the City of Ballarat. However, membership will be determined on a case-by-case basis, with consideration of the individual’s familiarity with the City of Ballarat, ability to attend meetings and relevant skills and expertise.

The Committee consists of:

  • Two Councillors, one of whom is nominated by Council as Chairperson
  • Twelve community representatives that provide a diverse range of experiences and expertise related to disability

Visit the Committees page to see more information such as Terms of Reference and past meeting records.

Committee achievements

  • The Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2022–2026 was endorsed by Council in October 2022
  • The Committee supported the development of the plan and remain involved in the delivery of advocacy and actions to support people to participate and feel welcome within the City of Ballarat
  • Disability Advisory Committee were nominated for a National Disability Award in 2023 for Excellence in Regional and Remote Support

The Disability Advisory Committee supported and formally recognised several City of Ballarat teams for their excellence in access and inclusion regarding the following projects: