It is unlawful to discrimination against people on the. Australias commitment is also reflected in the disability discrimination act 1992 and in the establishment of the disability standards for education 2005 the standards that clarify and elaborate on legal obligations associated with inclusive education. Programs and legislation australian human rights commission guide to. Disability discrimination happens when people with a disability are treated less fairly than people without a disability. Last updated 14 june 2017 the object of the disability discrimination act 1992 cth disability discrimination act is to ensure that, as far as practicable, persons with disabilities have the same rights to equality before the law as the rest of the community. Act 1977 nsw or disability discrimination act 1992 federal 2 5 costs 2 6. Under the disability discrimination act 1992 dda it is unlawful to discriminate against someone on the basis of employment, education, access to premises, goods and services, facilities, accommodation, land, clubs and incorporated associations, sport, commonwealth laws and programs, disability standards, and requests for information. A gives protection for all people in australia against discrimination based on disability. Below you will find the references to each of the pages on this site. For detailed guidelines, the apa style guide refers readers to the bluebook. We believe that the legal information in this book is accurate at the time of printing.
This act may be cited as the disability discrimination act 1992. Disability discrimination act 1992 at the australasian legal information institute full text of the dda pdf file. The notes at the end of this compilation the endnotes include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled law. Disability discrimination act 1992 dda and the disability. The racial discrimination act 1975, promotes equality before the law for all people regardless of race, colour or national or ethnic origin. Disability standards for education were formulated under the disability discrimination act 1992 and tabled in the parliament on 17 march 2005. The definitions in the world health organizations 1980 international classification of impairment, disability, and handicap, and the disability discrimination act. The disability discrimination act 1992 dda makes it unlawful to discriminate against a person, in many areas.
The definitions in the world health organizations 1980 international classification of impairment, disability, and handicap, and the disability discrimination act uk have been interpreted this way. It the americans with disabilities act and how it affects psychologists t his brochure is written in recognition of the 25th anniversary of the signing of the americans with disabilities act ada. At one extreme are definitions that imply, or are read to imply, that biological impairments are the sole causes of limitation. These regulations adopted revised, enforceable accessibility standards called the 2010 ada. For australian legislation, the australian guide to legal citation 3rd ed. The object of the disability discrimination act 1992 cth disability discrimination act is to ensure that, as far as practicable, persons with disabilities have the same rights to equality before the law as the rest of the community. Disability discrimination disability discrimination occurs when a person is treated less favourably, or not given the same opportunities, as others in a similar situation because of their disability. Jan 19, 2012 the disability discrimination act 1992 was amended by the workplace relations amendment work choices consequential amendments regulations 2006 no. Part one explains what disability discrimination is. The disability discrimination act 1992 is administered by the australian human rights commission ahrc. Discrimination is defined to include failing to make reasonable adjustments for the person. Review of the disability discrimination act 1992 melbourne institute.
Carer, assistant, assistance animal and disability aid definitions 10. Disability standards for education 2005 plus guidance. Anniversary american psychological association apa. These are the sources and citations used to research inclusive education. The disability discrimination act 1992 dda is about providing a fair go for australians with disabilities. Section 3 of the act enables the secretary of state to issue guidance about matters to be taken into account in. Part one is a useful resource for advocates and legal practitioners who want to assist clients who are experiencing disability discrimination. Disability discrimination act 1992 federal register of legislation. This applies to the way people are treated at work, in the community, when they want to join a club, when they want to rent a house, or in lots of other ways. In references to legislation, the year is in italics as it is considered to be part of the title of the act. In australia it is against the law to treat people unfairly just because they have a disability. Disability discrimination act 1992 3 club means an association whether incorporated or unincorporated of persons associated together for social, literary, cultural, political, sporting, athletic or other lawful purposes that provides and maintains its facilities, in whole or in part, from the funds of the association. The disability discrimination act is an act passed by the parliament of australia in which.
This guidance concerns the definition of disability in the act. Act done because of disability and for other reason 11. This is a compilation of the disability discrimination act 1992 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 12 april 2018 the compilation date. Australias commitment is also reflected in the disability discrimination act 1992 and in the establishment of the disability standards for education 2005 the standards that clarify and elaborate. By all odds it was not the biggest liability case in legal history, but the equal employment opportunity commission eeoc suit against chicagobased aic security investigations, ltd. Acts antidiscrimination purpose and how it is to be achieved. Discrimination by refusing to allow guide, hearing or assistance dog 48. Disability discrimination is when a person with a disability is. Disability discrimination act 1992 1 an act relating to discrimination on the ground of disability part 1preliminary 1 short title see note 1 this act may be cited as the disability discrimination act 1992. Bibliography shape of the australian curriculum acara. The americans with disabilities act ada prohibits employers from discriminating against employees or applicants with disabilities in all aspects of employment including hiring, pay, promotion, firing, and more. Disability and discrimination in the context of disability. This book talks about people who live in, or are affected by, the law as it applies in nsw as at 1 june 2010.
This fact sheet summarises the disability discrimination act 1992 and how it applies in schools. Disability discrimination act disability standards for access to premises, canberra. Its focus is on addressing the physical and attitudinal barriers that prevent people with disabilities from making the most of their abilities and participating more fully in the community. People who wish to make a complaint under the dda must lodge the complaint first with the australian human rights commission. Disability discrimination australian human rights commission. Craig wallace ramp up 21 dec 2012 our current disability discrimination act in australia doesnt seem able to allow us to move forward.
The disability discrimination act 1992 dda provides legal protection for everyone in australia against discrimination based on disability. This guide introduces the apa referencing style with examples of citation styles for different types of resources. The disability discrimination act 1992 seeks to eliminate discrimination against people with disabilities. The disability discrimination act 1992 dda makes it unlawful to discriminate against a person, in many areas of public life, including. Specific health examples apa 6th referencing style guide. Law and justice foundation disability discrimination. Dec 14, 2012 the disability discrimination act 1992 seeks to eliminate discrimination against people with disabilities. The guidelines for psychological practice with lesbian, gay and bisexual clients were adopted by the apa council of representatives, feb. What is the disability discrimination act dda 1992. A practical guide for teachers of students with an autism spectrum. Part 1 preliminary section 7 6 age discrimination act 2004 7 meaning of actomission to act. Disability discrimination legislation aims to prevent discrimination against people who have physical, intellectual, psychiatric, sensory. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study.
Legal sources citing and referencing library guides at. There are many acts of parliament that are related to the disability. Discrimination in relation to carers, assistants, assistance animals and disability aids 9. Antidiscrimination act 1991 queensland legislation. Government legislation apa 6th referencing style library. The definition of disability in the disability discrimination act 1992 is as broad as possible. Abs australian bureau of statistics 1981, handicapped persons australia, cat. In australia, a common resource to use is the following book. Disability discrimination act 1992 department of education, skills and employment document library, australian government. It also aims to promote equal opportunity and access for people with disability.
Guidelines for psychological practice with lesbian, gay. Subject to the provisions of schedule 1, a person has a disability for the purposes of this act if he. The publication manual of the american psychological association refers to the bluebook. Disability discrimination is prohibited under the antidiscrimination act 1998 and the disability discrimination act 1992 cth. Aboriginal, torres strait islander and other first nations people are advised that this catalogue contains names, recordings and images of deceased people and other content that may be culturally sensitive. The examples for this guide are based on this format. Is our disability discrimination act a bit of a dud.
The ada has been a watershed in american disability policy. Part one also explains some of the differences between new south wales and federal laws. It seeks to promote recognition and acceptance within the community of the. Check with your faculty for any specific requirements. Disability discrimination fact sheet legal aid tasmania. Disability discrimination occurs when people with disability are treated less favourably than people without disability. The disability discrimination act 1992 dda is a commonwealth law and can be used in any australian state. The disability discrimination act 1992 was amended by the workplace relations amendment work choices consequential amendments regulations 2006 no. Read part one to understand how the law might apply to you. The standards clarify the obligations of education and training providers to ensure that students with disabilities are able to access and participate in education. Disability discrimination queensland law handbook online. The department of justice published revised regulations for titles ii and iii of the americans with disabilities act of 1990 ada in the federal register on september 15, 2010. Disability discrimination act 1992 the disability discrimination act 1992 is the federal legislation that protects people from discrimination based on disability disability discrimination happens when people with disability are treated less favourably than people without disability. What is the disability discrimination act the disability discrimination act 1992 d.
This applies to the way people are treated at work, in the community, when they want to join a club, when they want to rent a house, or. Disability discriminationguide dogs, hearing assistance dogs and trained. Available online in pdf format on the productivity. The amendments are incorporated in this compilation. A uniform system of citation for referencing legislation. The disability discrimination act is an act passed by the parliament of australia in which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, education, publicly available premises, provision of goods and services, accommodation, clubs and associations, and other contexts. A further illustration of the pitfalls associated with allegations of disability discrimination arises from a recent employment appeal tribunal eat case involving the giving of a written and verbal reference. Individuals can lodge complaints of discrimination or harassment under the disability discrimination act 1992 andor the disability convention with ahrc in writing, by phone or online.