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Disability Reference Group
As part of the City's commitment to consult with people with disability, their families and carers, the City facilitates a Disability Reference Group (DRG).
The Disability Reference Group works with City of Cockburn staff to consult on matters concerning access and inclusion in the area. Members receive updates on City of Cockburn projects and have the opportunity to raise any issues to be followed up.
Membership
How to become a member
To become a DRG member an online membership application form needs to be completed and it is submitted to the Disability Access & Inclusion Officer (DAIO). The nomination process involves receiving an invite to attend a DRG meeting, and a formal vote and approval of all memberships by the DRG committee.
DRG Membership form
The Group has a membership for people who are:
- Residents of the City of Cockburn who have a disability and/or are a parent, carer, advocate of a person with a disability.
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People who work in the disability field in a voluntary or paid capacity within the City of Cockburn.
Disability Reference Group objectives
- To provide information to the City of Cockburn and the community on issues relating to people with a disability.
- To give recommendations to the City of Cockburn that will benefit people with disabilities.
- To improve universal access and inclusion for people with disability in the City of Cockburn.
- Be informed of the City of Cockburn Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2017-2022 (DAIP).
Interested community members representing disability issues may attend Disability Reference Group meetings if the Disability Access and Inclusion Officer is informed before the meeting date.Interested community members representing disability issues may attend Disability Reference Group meetings if the Disability Access and Inclusion Officer is informed before the meeting date.
For further information please see City of Cockburn Website and/or contact Customer Service on 08 9411 3502
Extra Information
Wheelchair Access Yes
Disabled access Parking, ramp
Referral Required DRG Membership form
Accessible By Members only
Access Fee No fee
Age Ranges All ages
Tags
Disability