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Department policies
The action plan aligns with the department’s Strategic plan 2025–2029. The strategic plan sets out our vision to empower communities to build a fairer and safer Victoria.
The action plan also aligns with the department’s Diversity and inclusion framework 2022–2027.
The framework supports the department’s aim to become a leading employer in diversity and inclusion. It identifies the department’s commitment to:
- a workforce that reflects Victoria’s diverse communities to better meet community needs
- building workplaces that are culturally safe and inclusive for diverse staff.
Victorian legislation and policies
Disability Act 2006
This Act is a framework for enabling people with disability to fully take part in the life of the community. It sets out how an action plan for this should be developed.
Disability Service Safeguards Act 2018
This Act is a framework for the regulation of 155,000 Victorian disability workers. It is overseen by the:
- Victorian Disability Worker Commissioner
- Disability Worker Registration Board of Victoria
- Victorian Disability Worker Commission.
Social Services Regulation Act 2021
This Act establishes an independent Social Services Regulator. The Regulator will oversee social service providers in Victoria. This includes disability services provided or funded by:
- the department
- the Transport Accident Commission
- WorkSafe.
Inclusive Victoria: State disability plan 2022–2026
This Plan outlines the government’s commitments and actions to make the community inclusive and accessible for everyone.
The Plan has been extended to 2027 while we develop a new State disability plan. We are doing this in consultation with people with disability.
This action plan will be reviewed at the midway point to ensure it aligns with the new Plan and supports statewide outcomes.
Equal Opportunity Act 2010
This Act aims to eliminate discrimination, promote equal opportunity and protect human rights in Victoria.
Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006
This Act sets out the rights, freedoms and responsibilities of all people in Victoria.
National and international legislation and policies
National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth)
This Act establishes the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The NDIS provides supports for people with disability and their families and carers.
Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021–2031
This Strategy is a national framework. It outlines priorities for creating an inclusive Australian society that enables people with disability to fulfil their potential as equal members of the community.
Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) and associated standards and regulations
This Act aims to stamp out discrimination against people with disability. It promotes equal rights, opportunities and access to goods, services and facilities.
National Construction Code
The Code provides minimum requirements for safety, health, amenity and accessibility in buildings.
United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
This international treaty is for people with disability. It promotes, protects and ensures their full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms.