Groups and Contexts CAFS Year 12 Notes

Summary:

This Groups and Contexts CAFS Year 12 Notes cover:

1. People with Disabilities:

• Understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities
• Exploring support systems and services for people with disabilities
• Promoting inclusion and equal opportunities

2. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Communities:

• Examining the diverse cultures, histories, and experiences of ATSI people
• Addressing the challenges and inequalities faced by ATSI communities
• Identifying programs and initiatives aimed at supporting and empowering ATSI individuals

3. Youth:

• Analyzing the various issues and challenges faced by young people
• Exploring the role of education, family, and community in the development and well-being of youth
• Discussing strategies and programs for promoting positive youth development

4. Rural and Remote Communities:

• Investigating the unique challenges and opportunities in rural and remote areas
• Examining the availability and accessibility of resources and services for individuals living in these communities
• Identifying strategies for enhancing the well-being and resilience of rural and remote populations

Excerpt:

Groups and Contexts CAFS Year 12 Notes

Community and Family Studies – Groups in Context, Trial Notes
CORE 2 – GROUPS IN CONTEXT
GROUP 1 → PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
→ EXPLORING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY
– The UN defines Persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.

Types of disabilities (PIPS) = Physical → Intellectual → Psychological → Sensory
● Prevalence of each group within the community 18% of the Australian population has a disability (1 in 6), or 4.4 million people
– The number of people with a disability is growing due to an increasing aged population. Due to an increase in life expectancy, the aged population is growing with more individuals with disabilities.
– Prevalence INCREASE WITH AGE; for people aged 0-65, only 11.6% of the population has a disability. For people over 65, that increase to 49.6%
– Similar statistics for both males and females at 17.8%
● Individual diversity within the group
– People with disabilities can come from any race, gender, educational or socioeconomic group.
– Some may be born with it, and others may acquire it over their lifespan.
– Permanent or temporary
– Each person is unique with their own circumstances that should be recognised.