Disability Advisory Committee

The Maribyrnong Disability Advisory Committee was established to enable a process for greater engagement between Council and members of the local disability community.

The Terms of Reference endorsed by Council outline the purpose and objectives of the Advisory Committee.

Purpose

The purpose of the Disability Advisory Committee is to advise Council on the needs and lived experiences of people who identify as part of the disability community in Maribyrnong.

Objectives

The Advisory Committee's objectives include:

  • To inform Council on the emerging needs, issues and barriers facing people with disability, families, and carers in Maribyrnong.
  • To consider and provide advice to Council on key initiatives, programs and best practice options on culturally safe and inclusive actions that address the needs of people with disability, families, and carer in Maribyrnong.
  • Contribute advice, insights and perspectives into the development of strategies, plans, policies relevant to the Committee’s focus.
  • To support Council’s commitment in promoting and advocating for equality, inclusion, diversity and human rights of people with disability within the wider context of the Maribyrnong community.

Frequency of meetings

The Advisory Committee will hold up to four (hybrid) meetings throughout the calendar year. Members are expected to attend each meeting either in person or online. Dates are outlined in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below.

Membership

Expressions of Interest for Council's Disability Advisory Committee are closed.

Ten community members will join up to three representatives from local organisations to form the Advisory Group for the municipality, along with up to three Councillors, who fill the roles of Chair and Deputy Chair.

Terms of Reference

The Advisory Committee's Terms of Reference outline the responsibilities and functions of the Committee. The Terms of Reference are available to download below.

Disability Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (TOR) 2025.docx(DOCX, 96KB)

Disability Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (TOR) 2025.pdf(PDF, 296KB)

Further information

For further information on the Advisory Committee please email Access.Inclusion@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

 

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