Our approach: Inclusion domains

The benefits of a more accessible and inclusive South Australia extend beyond the disability community to all South Australians. It is in everyone’s best interests for the State Plan to be ambitious and groundbreaking, so that South Australia can lead the way in access and inclusion.

In the five years since the launch of the first State Plan, significant and meaningful progress has been made to improve access and inclusion for people with disability, reflecting a strong and ongoing commitment to change.

However, feedback from consultation participants highlighted that people with disability continue to face significant barriers across five identified areas that we call domains. Addressing these challenges remains a priority, and we are committed to taking meaningful action to drive lasting change.

The domains have been designed to respond to and complement the many inclusion-related initiatives underway across various areas and levels of government. They also serve as a foundation for new work aimed at strengthening inclusion and driving more coordinated, impactful outcomes for people with disability.

Importantly, the domains promote a holistic approach by recognising that progress in one area can positively influence others, while also reflecting the unique perspectives and needs of South Australians with disability as expressed throughout the consultation process.

Domain 1: Inclusive environments and communities

All people with disability can participate as equal citizens and feel connected to their communities.

Domain 2: Education and employment

All people with disability benefit from inclusive educational experiences, equitable employment opportunities and financial security.

Domain 3: Personal and community support

All people with disability can access quality, tailored, personal and community supports addressing their individual needs.

Domain 4: Health and wellbeing

All people with disability can attain the highest possible health and wellbeing outcomes throughout their lives.

Domain 5: Safety, rights and justice

All people with disability feel safe, have their rights upheld and have full and equal protection before the law.