“Handicapped Persons Assistance Act 1974”

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“Handicapped Persons Assistance Act 1974”
Description
Compared to earlier decades, the mid-1970s saw an increase in political activity pertaining to individuals with disabilities. The Handicapped Persons Assistance Act (HPAA) of 1974 is one such example, which replaced several policies and funded non-government organisations that provided care and housing. In 1983, the Hawke Labour Government instigated an evaluation of the initiatives created under the HPAA. The HPAA was replaced in 1986 by the Commonwealth Disability Services Act of 1986.
Identifier
AC00025
datePublished
1970s
location
National
Australia
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Action
Type
Create Action
Format
Text
inLanguage
English
keywords
Disability and Social Policy, Education and employment, Health and rehabilitation, Equity and non-discrimination, Participation in political and public life, Access
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© Disability Arts History Australia, Contributed by Morgan Batch
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