There are currently 4.4 million Aussies living with a disability, and millions more who form part of their care and support network, but despite so many people having this lived experience it seems we often fall short of making our communities inclusive.

The Quicky speaks to a disability researcher and three women each with different experiences to discuss the everyday challenges they face, and what we can all do to make sure every public space is accessible and welcoming to all.

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CREDITS 

Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: 

Associate Professor Jennifer Smith-Merry - Director of the Centre for Disability Research and Policy (CDRP) at the University of Sydney

Mel Dzelde - Liver cancer survivor who now uses a wheelchair as a result of Motor Neurone Disease

Tess - Has been blind since birth and recently moved from Melbourne to Albury where she has provided inclusion training for local businesses

Ainslie Robertson - Researcher with Autism Spectrum Australia who has two children, one of whom is on the spectrum

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane

Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri

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