International Guide Dog Day is a special day where communities across the world celebrate the important role Guide Dogs play in the lives of the people they assist. Guide Dogs give hope and opportunity, freedom, and independence and provide an extraordinary transformation in the lives of Western Australians living with low vision, disability, and illness.

Yellow and black labrador puppies with Mini Dog collection box

Sadly, the Covid-19 pandemic has prevented us from hosting our highly successful International Guide Dog Day Street Appeal for the past 4 years. We’re excited to be back and working toward rebuilding our annual Street Appeal to its former glory!

So, come and support Guide Dogs WA and visit us on the day – bring your small change to make a big difference! Credit cards and online donations are also always welcome.

Inclusive Innovations Tasmania has been nominated for two 2023 Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards. One in the 'Empowerment through Diversity and Inclusion' category for IIT on an organisational level, and the other in the 'Active Tasmania' category for the Blind Cricket Tasmania initiative.

Active Tasmania Award

Blind Cricket Tasmania, under Inclusive Innovations Tasmania's management, leads the charge in enhancing sports accessibility for blind and low vision Tasmanians. Their ambitions are clear: elevate awareness, broaden participation, and establish a solid foundation while realising historic national competition participation. Beyond cricket, the program shines as a symbol of inclusivity, enriching participants' lives through increased social engagement, physical activity, and skill enhancement.

Blueline Laundry Empowerment through Diversity and Inclusion Award

Inclusive Innovations Tasmania is a volunteer-led organisation dedicated to reshaping Tasmania's culture, community, and brand through innovative initiatives. Their work includes establishing Tasmania's first blind cricket program and national championships pathway, and establishing an Emerging Talent Award for individuals with disabilities in creative industry, fostering diversity and inclusion in breaking employment barriers. Additionally, IIT's promotion of the Psychological Safety @ Work Coaching Program empowers workplaces to prioritise mental health and productivity. IIT's financial independence through grants, donations, and sponsorships exemplifies their determination to overcome challenges. Their impact earned national recognition and transformed Tasmania's approach and attitudes in making inclusion mainstream.

Click on the button and head to Awards Australia for an update.

Our volunteer numbers have declined since the period of the COVID epidemic. We need new readers to help record books for our daily book readings . If you are interested, please contact us.