“The students let me share their world”: National Volunteer Week with Robyn
This year, National Volunteer Week is Monday 17 May until Sunday 23 May. It’s a time to celebrate the contribution of volunteers, share their efforts and promote the vital service that volunteers provide. Let’s shine a light on the amazing work volunteers do in our communities and acknowledge this year’s theme: Recognise. Reconnect. Reimagine. For over […]
National campaign #SeeME set to change perceptions
On the 23rd of March 2021, we proudly launched our new national disability campaign, #SeeME. Nine extraordinary people bravely shared their story of navigating the workforce on camera as part of the highly anticipated STEPS Employment Solutions’ #SeeME campaign. The national campaign features a video series that aims to shed light on the obstacles that young […]
Josh Hansen celebrates his 16th year with STEPS
Josh Hansen has been a part of the STEPS Community for 16 years and is passionate about helping people grow supportive networks. He loves the outdoors and when he’s not camping or fishing, he works hard to support people with mental health issues get out and about in the community and reach their goals. Get […]
Andrew’s on the road to independence on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Andrew has recently hit a milestone and gained a qualification that most young people are excited to receive: a learner licence. For 19-year-old Andrew Larracy, 2020’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities will mark six months of living out of home. It will also be the first year of celebrating this annual observance with a […]
STEPS Disability advocate nominated as Champion of Change
Today we celebrate World Access to Higher Education Day, a day where we draw our attention to the global inequality surrounding access to higher education. While the creation of equal opportunities is always a matter close to our hearts at STEPS, this year we are especially involved due to the nomination of one of our colleagues, […]
STEPS Bringing the Community Together at Christmas
The STEPS Autism Treehouse 7th Annual Christmas Party presented by The Fleet Office is on December 6, 2020 and is the Sunshine Coast’s largest Christmas event for young people and families living with autism and disability. Held at the Kawana Sports Precinct, STEPS have created a very special Christmas party where families living with autism […]