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GetAboutAble not only supports tourism operators to enhance travel and leisure opportunities for people with disability (PWD), but also to tap into the “disabled dollar”, and attract this valuable market. Tourism Australia estimates that accessible tourism was worth $13.5 billion to the Australian economy in 2021, and the market is growing.
Founded in 2015 by Dr Yasmine Gray, GetAboutAble is a social enterprise focused on improving travel and leisure opportunities for people with disability, both as consumers and employees. We work with tourism operators, government bodies and community organisations to help them become more accessible and inclusive through a range of tailored consulting services including Access and Inclusion Reviews, Disability Action and Inclusion Plan development, staff training programs and digital accessibility content.
Yasmine has a lifetime of experience as an avid traveller for both business and leisure, including over 25 years travelling with a disability. Having experienced first-hand the barriers people with disability face when engaging in travel and leisure activities, Yasmine founded GetAboutAble in 2015 out of a desire to make travel and leisure more accessible and inclusive for all. Having grown up in Europe and North America, Yasmine immigrated to Australia in 1991 and had successful careers in academia and the public service, before retiring in 2011. She continues to enjoy her passion for travel as often as possible.
Gemma has over 15 years’ experience in leadership, economic and commercial development, partnerships and marketing across the tourism, corporate and government sectors. Gemma is passionate about supporting people with disability, their families and carers to participate, contribute and benefit from travel and leisure activities.
As a disabled person, Debbie grew up in a world not designed for her, having to fight to create her own meaningful opportunities. Founding a Virtual Assistant business, Debbie works to further reach causes and people that matter, and support her clients in their advocacy roles. With 4 years in the virtual assistant industry, and a further 8 years in the retail industry, Debbie proves that disability does not affect ability, and believes all people deserve a safe, inclusive pathway into meaningful employment that also satisfies them.
Frances has worked in the disability sector for 20 years, and is passionate about shaping diverse and inclusive communities that enable participation by people with disability. Frances has extensive experience and knowledge of project management and community development across a number of areas including in the disability sector, overseas aid, development with Oxfam Australia and as a Volunteer Abroad.
Alex received his autism diagnosis at the age of six, a pivotal piece of conscious knowledge that has profoundly shaped his identity. Initially pursuing a career in linguistics, Alex studied and trained as a Japanese translator. However, he eventually chose to leverage his own experiences as an autistic solo traveler to drive meaningful change in the tourism industry. He founded “Autism Adventures Abroad”, a platform dedicated to providing insights, personal experiences, and tips on accessible travel for autistic people through his writing, consultations, and destination marketing collaborations. In 2024, Alex joined the GetAboutAble team as an Access and Inclusion Consultancy Officer, where he continues to promote accessibility and inclusion in travel within Australia.
Malik holds a Master of Public Policy from ANU and brings 15 years of experience in disability, access and inclusion, and education. Drawing from his lived experience with disability, he has dedicated his career to empowering persons with disabilities through policy advocacy, capacity building, and community engagement, with a firm commitment to ensuring no one is left behind. His work in Access and Inclusion has earned him recognition at ANU, across Australia, and internationally. In 2024, Malik joined GetAboutAble as an Access and Inclusion Consultancy Officer, where he continues to champion inclusivity in travel, tourism, sports, and other experiences.
