About the Premier's Disability Advisory Council (PDAC)

The Premier's Disability Advisory Council (PDAC) was established in 2007. Its primary purpose is to assist the Premier and Government to implement Accessible Island: Tasmania's Disability Framework for Action 2018-2021.

PDAC works with Government and the broader community to promote the inclusion and participation of people with disability in community life.

Terms of Reference

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PDAC Membership

An Expression of Interest process was conducted in April 2022 to fill two vacant positions.

PDAC is chaired by the Premier and includes the Minister for Disability Services as a permanent member. Other Ministers may assist on matters relevant to their portfolio.

PDAC also has a Community Chair and Deputy Community Chair who conduct out-of-session meetings.

Members

Report on Implementation of the Disability Framework for Action

PDAC produces an annual report to the Premier and Cabinet on how each Tasmanian Government department has implemented their individual Disability Action Plans under the Accessible Island: Tasmania's Disability Framework for Action 2018-2021. The report reviews work that has been done to date by departments, and makes recommendations for future work.

Current Reports
Past Reports

Accessible Island: Tasmania's Disability Framework for Action 2018-2021 is Tasmania's third Disability Framework for Action.