International Day of People with Disability 2023: A Week of Celebrations! – Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District

Celebrate International Day of People with Disability 2023 with us! Join Greater Shepparton City Council for a series of events aimed at increasing public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities on Monday 4 December, Wednesday 6 December and Thursday 7 December.

This year’s United Nations theme for IDPwD 2023 is ‘United in action to rescue and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for, with and by persons with disabilities.’

On Monday 4 December we will be hosting the International Day of People with Disability Concert featuring Gerry’s Well Oiled Machine, a disability-led band with a commitment to spreading disability awareness through their music. Bookings are capped at 80 people per show, so get in quick.

Show 1: 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Show 2: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Venue: Shepparton Senior Citizens Center, located at 132 Welsford Street.
Cost: $5
Bookings: Bookings are required through Riverlinks

On Wednesday 6 December at 10am, the Shepparton Art Museum will be hosting Art for All Day, providing workshop opportunities for people with learning difficulties, intellectual, sensory and physical disabilities to experience a range of art activities.

Acrylic Paint Pouring and Clock Making Workshop: A multi-sensory experience that allows attendees to unleash their creative side, hosted by Kody Bothwell.
Time: 10.30am – 12.30 pm
Multi-media collaging Workshop: A multi-sensory, free-form collaging session where participants are encouraged to flex their creative skills in a low-pressure, fun, and hands-on workshop
Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Oil pastel and ink-wash exploration: Attendees will get hands-on in this energetic, two-part art-making workshop exploring mixed media with oil and water.
Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Venue: Shepparton Art Museum
Cost: Free
Bookings: Bookings are required. Book your spot online or contact Shepparton Art Museum.

On Thursday 7 December, from 11.00am to 1.00pm, Try Before You Ride will be held at the Shepparton Railway Station, assisting people of all abilities feel more confident when using the public transport system.

This event is designed to serve various groups, including those with accessibility requirements, parents with children, and seniors.

It aims to give participants the opportunity to gain familiarity with public transportation, and increase their confidence in navigating the public transport system.

Venue: Shepparton Railway Station
Cost: Free
Bookings: No booking or registration required.

All events are supported by the Greater Shepparton Disability Advisory Committee and are aimed at celebrating the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities.

Join us in promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers for people with disabilities.

Download a flyer for these events

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	The Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District acknowledges the Yorta Yorta People of the land which comprises the Goulburn Valley. We pay respect to tribal Elders, past, present and emerging and we celebrate their continuing culture and acknowledge the memory of their ancestors.
	The Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District is a peak body whose mission is to promote and represent the social, cultural and economic well-being of ethnic communities in the Goulburn Valley Region through the provision of quality and innovative settlement, refugee support, community development, and information and advocacy services.