Disability Inclusion
About Disability Inclusion
We want people with disability to take part fully and equally in the life of the Synod and the wider community.
We believe disability inclusion is part of our calling as followers of Jesus. Every person is made in the image of God.
We do this by working with individuals, congregations, presbyteries, and other organisations. Our commitment to this work is outlined in our Disability Action Plan.
Have your say on the next Synod Disability Action Plan 2027–2031
The Uniting Church Synod of Victoria and Tasmania is developing the next Disability Action Plan 2027–2031.
We want to hear your feedback and ideas on what should be in the plan.
We want to hear about:
- what is working well and what could be improved
- priorities for the future
- ideas for the next plan
How to participate
You can take part in different ways. You can choose more than one option.
Attend a Community Forum
There will be two community forums where participants can share their experiences, ideas, and priorities for the new Disability Action Plan:
- 26 November 2026 (Online)
- 1 December 2026 (In Person at Wesley Place, Level 2, 130 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000)
Community Forums registration: Synod Disability Action Plan 2027- 2031 Community Forum- Have Your Say
Complete the Survey (open until 31 December 2026)
Complete an online survey: Survey Synod Disability Action Plan 2027 - 2031
Use the Word version of the survey and return it to the Synod Disability Inclusion Advocate at Elga.Rodriguez@victas.uca.org.au
Share your ideas and feedback
Email the Synod Disability Inclusion Advocate, Elga Rodriguez, at Elga.Rodriguez@victas.uca.org.au
If you have any questions, need help, or would like a hard copy survey posted to you, contact Elga Rodriguez on (03) 9116 1436 or Elga.Rodriguez@victas.uca.org.au
Disability Action Plan 2023 – 2026
Note: The current Disability Action Plan 2023–2026 has been extended until October 2027, while the next plan is developed.
The Synod’s Disability Action Plan 2023–2026 follows the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. This means it works to make communities welcoming and inclusive for people with disability.
The plan is available in Plain Language and Easy English.
It was launched on 4 March 2023 at Rowallan Park, Kingston Uniting Church, Presbytery of Tasmania.
Both versions belong together. You should read and use both to understand the whole plan.
This plan shows practical actions to help make our communities welcoming and inclusive.
You can read it online or download it below.
Contact
For more information about the Disability Action Plan, training and resources, contact Elga Rodriguez, Disability Inclusion Advocate on (03) 9116 1436 or by email: Elga.Rodriguez@victas.uca.org.au