HeyJaredNow And The Future
The Now And The Future podcast is an exciting way of sharing stories of Down Syndrome Queensland members, as well as opportunities, challenges and provide support and expert advice for the Down Syndrome community.
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- Sep 23, 2026
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Safe & Healthy Bodies, Boundaries & Relationships: Supporting young people with Down syndrome or intellectual disability to learn about puberty, relationships, sexual health and consent. (opens the original)
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Data from the final report of the Disability Royal Commission and Australian Bureau of Statistics surveys have found that about 72% of people with cognitive disability (including intellectual disability, but also those who have had a stroke or brain injury) aged 15 and above have experienced abuse or violence. A staggering one in two women with intellectual disability have experienced sexual abuse. So, are we doing enough to prepare and protect young people? In this episode, Carly Lassig, Lead E
My Time is Your Time (opens the original)
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Caring for a loved one with intellectual disability can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also be isolating. Many carers face daily challenges, including social isolation, limited respite, navigating complex support systems, and balancing their own wellbeing. In this episode of Now and the Future, host Michael Harrison is joined by Janene McPhillips, facilitator of the MyTime groups in Lawnton and Caboolture. As both a dedicated facilitator and a mum with lived experience as a full-time carer,
Inclusive Employment; It’s Good for Business (opens the original)
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Inclusive employment isn't just good for people—it’s good for business. Australians with intellectual disability remain significantly underrepresented in the workforce, despite growing evidence that inclusive workplaces benefit from stronger employee engagement, loyalty, and a more positive workplace culture. In this episode of Now and the Future, host Michael Harrison, Community Engagement Manager at Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability Queensland, is joined by Anthony Barnes, Queensland O
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