Remove invisible barriers & reduce the risk of ableism
Remove invisible barriers & reduce the risk of ableism
Applied Anthropologist & Disability Inclusion Consultant. Creating inclusive workplaces and communities.
For Leaders and Organisations Committed to Inclusion
If you’re a leader or an organisation ready to take genuine steps toward building inclusive practices and dismantling ableism in workplaces or communities, then you’re in the right place.
I offer tailored services to help you create and implement Access and Inclusion Plans, conduct Inclusive Committee Reviews, and engage meaningfully with stakeholders through workshop and focus group facilitation. Everything I do is rooted in lived experience and understanding the real barriers people face, helping you make informed and impactful decisions.
Our Clients
GENU TRAINING • POLARIS LAWYERS • CITY OF GREATER GEELONG • GEELONG REGIONAL LIBRARIES • COUNTY COURT OF VICTORIA • LEISURE NETWORKS • SOCIALCARE SOLUTIONS • 2022 LORNE BIENNALE • BREE GORMAN CONSULTING • KARDINIA PARK STADIUM TRUST • POINT ADVISORY • OC CONNECTIONS • MARIBYRNONG CITY COUNCIL • CIRCLE IN • GEELONG GALLERY • CTO COMMUNITY TRANSPORT ORGANISATION • COMCARE • CITY OF MELBOURNE • THE GORDON
- genU Training
- Polaris Lawyers
- City of Greater Geelong
- Geelong Regional Libraries
- County Court of Victoria
- Leisure Networks
- SocialCare Solutions
- 2022 Lorne Biennale
- Bree Gorman Consulting
- Kardinia Park Stadium Trust
- Point Advisory
- OC Connections
- Maribyrnong City Council
- Circle In
- Geelong Gallery
- CTO Community Transport Organisation
- Comcare
- City of Melbourne
- The Gordon
Why Inclusion Matters?
Meaningful inclusion isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. When you remove invisible barriers and make space for everyone, you create stronger, more effective organisations and thriving communities. Working with someone who gets it because they’ve lived it can make all the difference in your approach.
Community and Belonging
Inclusion strengthens connections, promotes understanding, and builds cohesive communities where everyone feels valued and supported.
Innovation and Creativity
Diverse perspectives lead to innovative solutions by encouraging collaboration among individuals with varied experiences and insights.
Personal Growth and Empathy
Inclusive environments encourage individuals to grow, learn, and become more empathetic by exposing them to diverse perspectives and experiences.
Organisational Success
Inclusive workplaces are more productive, adaptive, and resilient. They attract top talent and foster employee satisfaction and loyalty.
Healthier Work Environments
Inclusive workplaces are linked to higher morale, reduced stress, and a stronger sense of belonging, which improves the well-being for employees.
Improved Decision-Making
Inclusion fosters diverse input, leading to better problem-solving and decision-making by considering a broader range of perspectives and experiences.
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Testimonials
Ainslee Hooper Consulting was recommended to the City of Melbourne’s Disability Advisory Committee to review our Terms of Reference. Ainslee’s collaborative and thorough methodology gathered key insights, captured in a professional report that will guide the updated Terms of Reference. The Committee appreciated the professional, honest, and confidential process. I highly recommend Ainslee and look forward to working with her again. – Vickie Feretopoulos, Senior Policy Officer Access and Inclusion, City of Melbourne.
At Point Advisory, we were lucky to work with the fabulous Ainslee Hooper. As an anthropologist, Ainslee combines her policy expertise and lived experience of disability to deliver exceptional, high-quality work. – Sarah Beattie-Smith, Manager, Sustainability Strategy and Engagement, Point Advisory.
Geelong Gallery has engaged Ainslee Hooper Consulting for multiple projects, including an Accessibility Plan for ‘Rone in Geelong’ and a Disability Action Plan to support our Equity Action Plan. Ainslee’s thorough reviews and stakeholder engagement have ensured actionable, inclusive outcomes. Her expertise has been invaluable, and her recommendations continue to drive accessibility and inclusion within our organisation. I highly recommend her services. – Penny Whitehead, Director, Geelong Gallery.
Empower Your Organisation Today
Are you ready to take the next step in fostering a truly inclusive environment? At Ainslee Hooper Consulting, we believe that every organisation has the potential to be a leader in disability inclusion. Together, we can break down barriers and create a culture where everyone feels valued and heard. Don’t wait for change to happen—be the change. Join us in making a difference that lasts.
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