PWDA - People with Disability Australia

Group shot of PWDA members, Board and staff at Midsumma 2025

PWDA are ‘Free to Be Me’ at 2025 Midsumma Pride March

PWDA joined the 2025 Midsumma Pride March on Sunday 2 February to celebrate LGBTQIA+ and disability pride with the theme Proud and Free to Be Me.

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PWDA’s response to the NSW Homelessness Strategy

PWDA welcomed the opportunity to respond to the Homes NSW draft NSW Homelessness Strategy 2025-2034, following review of the strategy, consultation paper and background documents.

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Member Survey on Mandatory Registration

PWDA is preparing responses to NDIS Safety Commission consultations on the mandatory registration

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People With Disability Australia Condemns Queensland Government’s Trans Health Ban

PWDA condemns the QLD Government’s decision to suspend the provision of puberty blockers and hormone therapies to minors seeking gender-affirming care

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PWDA Congratulates Samantha Connor AM And Members Of The Disability Community Recognised In The 2025 Australia Day Honours List

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Improving Outcomes for People with Disability in Disaster Management

Roadmap to Improving Outcomes for People with Disability in Disaster Management report looks at ways to ensure safety for people with disability in emergencies

Aviation Customer Rights Charter

PWDA welcomed the opportunity to review and respond to the draft Aviation Customer Rights Charter to the Interim Aviation Industry Ombudsperson.

PWDA Congratulates Minister Rishworth and Assisting Minister Dr Aly On Their Appointments

PWDA congratulates Amanda Rishworth on their appointment as Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Dr Anne Aly as Assisting Minister.

ACIE Position Statement – Therapy Supports and Allied Health Services in Schools

PWDA supports statement position of the Australian Coalition for Inclusive Education on the role and purpose of therapy and allied health professionals and service providers in school settings.

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Appointment of PWDA Board executive officers

PWDA is pleased to inform that the People with Disability Australia (PWDA) Board has appointed their Executive Officers.