A supportive group of like-minded families pursuing an inclusive education for their children with disability. We welcome people who share our vision of authentic, inclusive education for students with disability.
Apply to join the Inclusive Education Peer Group in 2025
Our Inclusive Education Peer Group brings together families who want to pursue or are already pursuing an authentic inclusive education. We welcome families of students at all levels of education and those yet to start school.
In this peer group, members share their experiences, lean on each other through challenges, and celebrate successes.
The members’ interests determine the topics for meetings. Sometimes, we will invite guest speakers to share their expertise and experiences. Other sessions will consist of discussion and reflection among group members.
We believe in the power of working with one family at a time towards achieving real change. Sometimes, we see changes for the student and their family, those around them, and those who follow.
Comments from past members of the Inclusive Education Peer Group
“It is always interesting how everyone is on different parts of the same journey.”
“It’s given me valuable ideas on how to get my son more involved within his school community.”“We are not alone, and the system is challenging for all, and there are great organisations like Imagine More who encourage you to dream big and keep trying.”
“I think the facilitation is fantastic. There is just the right amount of guidance, prompting, information sharing, and keeping people on-topic and focused.”
“The support system is invaluable. That is, knowing you will be heard in a safe environment and that there will be encouragement and/or advice. The knowledge of the facilitators is always welcome and wonderful.”
“I am more empowered and have a greater capacity to support my child. He is, therefore, more included when it comes to things like learning and participation.”
Apply to join the Inclusive Education Peer Group in 2025
About the Inclusive Education Peer Group
Dates and times
This group will meet from 12:00 to 1:00 pm on the third Thursday of each month.
Confirmed meeting dates for 2025 are:
- Thursday, 16 January 2025
- Thursday, 20 February 2025
- Thursday, 20 March 2025
- Thursday, 10 April 2025 – Updated to accommodate an exciting guest speaker
- Thursday, 15 May 2025
- Thursday, 19 June 2025
Location
The Inclusive Education Peer Group meets online via Zoom.
Other important details
- Meeting facilitators: Erosha Bakmiwewa and Anne Keep
- Meetings are free to attend, thanks to Department of Social Services funding
- You will receive an email reminder, Zoom link, and calendar link before each session
- We also aim to send a text reminder on the day of the meeting.
- We record guest speakers where we have their permission.
- We don’t record peer comments or conversations because families often share information about their personal circumstances. The only way to take part is via live attendance.
- After each session, we provide a de-identified meeting summary, which will be stored in the Members’ Hub on our website.
- If you have any questions about the Peer Group, please get in touch with Anne (anne@imaginemore.org.au) or Erosha (erosha@imaginemore.org.au)
Allocation of places
Please note there are limited places in this peer group, so we are currently seeking expressions of interest. Places will be allocated to people who
- are actively pursuing inclusive education for their child
- have attended previous Inclusive Education workshops and peer groups
- reside in the ACT and the surrounding region, and
- can commit to attending each session*
*We understand that unexpected absences will sometimes occur. Please only apply if you are confident you can attend most peer group sessions.
Apply to join the Inclusive Education Peer Group in 2025
Other ways to explore inclusive education
- We often run free and low-cost webinars and workshops about Inclusive Education. Find out more on our Events page.
- Please explore our collection of free inclusive education resources.