Trams are an important part of Melbourne's transport system, and one of the city's most recognisable icons. Yet the design of trams and tram stops, as well as issues such as overcrowding and limited coverage, means not everyone is able to use this resource to move around the city and beyond. The Victorian government has recently committed to investing in the renewal of Melbourne's tram network system. So, we are helping to gather evidence about the improvements necessary to make our trams accessible and inclusive for everyone. How can you get involved? We are gathering preliminary data through an online survey. The survey includes questions about how frequently you use trams and your experiences – both positive and negative – about using them to move around. The survey should take no longer than 15 minutes to complete. The survey will be open during March and April 2022. Please share these survey links with anyone you think would be interested. Completing the surveys is voluntary and responses are anonymous. If you have questions or would like more information about the project or the surveys, please visit our website or contact us at md-i@unimelb.edu.au. Dr Rob Carter Dr Raelene West Dr Paul Jacobs We are delighted to welcome Rob, Rae and Paul to the Melbourne Disability Institute. Dr Raelene West Dr Paul Jacobs You can read more about the MDI team here: https://disability.unimelb.edu.au/about/our-people Inclusive Learning Focus Groups Session 1 What does inclusive education mean to you? The following participant groups are invited: If you are interested in learning more, please email saumya.kaushik@unimelb.edu.au to register your interest. Opportunity | Casual Research Assistants The Program is a national initiative that engages younger people who reside in, or are at risk of entering, residential aged care (RAC), to help them to get the support they need to live in a home that is right for their age. PhD candidates or emerging ECRs in the sociology of disability, ageing or health with qualitative research experience would be well-suited to apply. Please see the position description for details and if you have any questions, please contact Julie.anderson@unimelb.edu.au Community-Based Research Program | Accepting Applications! The Melbourne Disability Institute’s Community-Based Research Program meets the research needs of community organisations by providing research support and evaluation for strength-based and innovative programs that are making a difference in the lives of people with disability, their families and carers. We are inviting applications from organisations who are running programs that are building the capacity of people with disability, their family or carers, to live engaged, self-directed and fulfilling lives. Applications close Wednesday, 20 April 2022. If you have any questions about the program or the application process, please contact Campbell Message, Program Manager at Campbell.message@unimelb.edu.au. Find out about opportunities and events that are happening in the community below. Interested in promoting your event, sharing a job posting, research opportunity or another item of interest? Send the details through to Sara.Donaldson@unimelb.edu.au. |