Sausages, Sizzles, and Support

On Tuesday, June 24, Rights in Action brought more than just a free barbecue to Anzac Memorial Park—they brought a chance for families to connect, ask questions, and access vital support.

The Townsville-based advocacy organisation deliberately planned the event as an informal gathering to introduce their new Inclusive Education Toolkit, a free resource designed to help parents and carers of children with disabilities understand their rights and find the support they need in schools.

“This came about because we noticed there was a gap,” said Sally, Community Engagement Lead at Rights in Action. “Inclusive education kept coming up as an issue when we spoke to communities, so that’s what we focused on here.”

The event, their first community barbecue in the Burdekin, drew families alongside local service providers, creating a relaxed space for sharing information and building relationships.

“I’ve done quite a few visits to Ayr, and we found that people just want to get to know you,” Sally said. “They don’t want to talk to someone on the phone—so we thought, 'why not come out, have a barbecue, and invite some parents down.'”

The Inclusive Education Toolkit, along with webinars and additional support, is freely available online. Rights in Action can also provide direct advocacy to families who need it.

By combining good food with genuine connection and practical help, Rights in Action delivered more than a meal—they delivered a real good deed.

To access the toolkit or learn more, visit www.rightsinaction.org.

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The Townsville-based advocacy organisation deliberately planned the event as an informal gathering to introduce their new Inclusive Education Toolkit. Photo supplied

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