We want to ensure our policy position on Needs Assessment reflect the current priorities and lived experiences of our members.
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Aviation Consumer Protection
PWDA recently responded to the Aviation Consumer Protections legislation as co-chairs on the steering group on co-design of the disability aviation standards,
Review of the operations of the NSW Reconstruction Authority regarding the NSW East Coast severe weather from May 2025
PWDA appreciated the opportunity to provide feedback to the review of the operations of the NSW Reconstruction Authority regarding the NSW East Coast severe weather from May 2025.
PWDA Endorses CYDA Response to Parliamentary Inquiry into Thriving Kids Initiative
PWDA was pleased to endorse Children and Young People with Disability’s (CYDA) Response to the Parliamentary Inquiry.
PWDA Statement: NDIS Needs Assessment Tool I-CAN Version-6
PWDA hears and shares a number of the concerns of our members and the broader community about the recently announced NDIS needs assessment tool, I-CAN Version 6.
MEDIA RELEASE: PWDA Welcomes the Announcement on the New Support Needs Assessment Tool and the Commitment to Adapting the Tool Through Co-design to Ensure it is Fit for Purpose
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) welcomes the National Disability Insurance Agency’s announcement of a new support needs assessment tool, and commends the considered approach taken to its selection.
People with Disability at Risk of Modern Slavery, UN Report Warns
PWDA welcomes the UN Special Rapporteur’s report, raising alarm about disturbing forms of modern slavery perpetrated against people with disability in Australia.
Complete our survey on Digital Health Services Usage and Privacy Concerns for People with Disability
Complete the survey to help us better understand how people with disability use digital health services provided by the Agency, and how privacy and security concerns may affect their experience.
United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention
PWDA led the development of a disability-specific submission to the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention in advance of the upcoming visit to Australia.
Express your interest to join our Remote Reach Advisory Group
PWDA is inviting people with disability to join our project advisory group to strengthen Domestic and Family Violence services in Western New South Wales to be more inclusive.