People with Disability Australia

Newtown - Drop-in Information Clinic May
2026-06-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-09 14:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, 11-13 Darley St, Newtown, NSW, 2042, Australia
Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.
We’ll be available at the One Stop Shop at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, Newtown.
One Stop ShopNewtown Neighbourhood Centre (NNC) hosts a weekly One Stop Shop, bringing together a hub of essential services including Centrelink, Haymarket Foundation and Orange Sky Laundry, who can provide face-to-face assistance to all members of the community.
When: Every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm
PWDA attends once a month.
Where: 11-13 Darley Street, Newtown
Our individual advocates are trained professionals who support or work on behalf of a person with disability to support them to speak out and defend their rights and interests as well as sort out complaints, issues and problems. The service is free and confidential.
Bookings not required.

Woolloomooloo - Drop-in Advocacy Clinic May
2026-06-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre, Level 3, 99 Forbes Street, Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, 2012, Australia
Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.
We’ll be available at Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre.
Our individual advocates are trained professionals who support or work on behalf of a person with disability to support them to speak out and defend their rights and interests as well as sort out complaints, issues and problems. The service is free and confidential.
Bookings not required, however the team at Ozanam Learning Centre will assist with scheduling bookings if necessary (high demand).

Salvos City Community Support Hub - Central June
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney., George St & Bathurst St, Sydney
Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.
We’ll be available at Community Support Hub at St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney.
Our individual advocates are trained professionals who support or work on behalf of a person with disability to support them to speak out and defend their rights and interests as well as sort out complaints, issues and problems. The service is free and confidential.
Bookings not required.
For more information about the events call Sydney City Salvos

Sutherland Shire and St George School Vocation Expo
2026-05-27 10:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Tradies Gymea, 57 Manchester Rd, Gymea, New South Wales, Australia
People With Disability Australia (PWDA) will be at the Sutherland Shire and St George School Vocation Expo
Connect with the PWDA team at the expo and learn all about how PWDA disability advocacy can help you solve a problem you are experiencing at school.
NSW Department of Education expo for students with disability in Years 9-12, and their families – an opportunity to explore and gather information to better understand post-school options and access information from NDIS, Centrelink, Employment Support Providers, and other disability services, all in one place.

Community Links - May Service Hub Tahmoor
2026-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Tahmoor Community Links, 6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, 2573, Australia
Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.
We’ll be available at the Community Links – Service Hub.
Our individual advocates are trained professionals who support or work on behalf of a person with disability to support them to speak out and defend their rights and interests as well as sort out complaints, issues and problems. The service is free and confidential.
Bookings not required.

Salvos City Community Support Hub - Central May
2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney., George St & Bathurst St, Sydney

PWDA National Community Forum to discuss the proposed NDIS changes
2026-05-07 16:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
Please join us on Thursday 7 May to discuss the proposed NDIS changes.

People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is hosting this forum to create a safe and supportive space for our members and community to come together and reflect on the government’s proposed changes to the NDIS and what it means for our community.

The event will bring together people with disability, families and supporters across Australia. Discussions will help us understand what matters to you and how the proposed reforms impact your daily life, supports and future.

When: Thursday 7 May 2026

4:00pm – 5:30pm (AEST – NSW, QLD, VIC, TAS and ACT)

3:30pm – 5:00pm (ACST – SA, NT)

2:00pm – 3:30pm (AWST – WA)

Where: Online via zoom (Access link will be sent following registration)Cost: Free

Register now

St George GovLink
2026-05-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-23 11:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Kogarah Storehouse, Cnr Gray and Kensington Streets, Kogarah, NSW
PWDA will be joining St George monthly meet up of government services to provide advice and information to the community.

Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.The Kogarah StorehouseCnr Gray and KensingtonStreets, KogarahFree lunch at 12:30pm

Community Links - April Service Hub Tahmoor
2026-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Tahmoor Community Links, 6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, 2573, Australia

Salvos City Community Support Hub - Central April
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney., George St & Bathurst St, Sydney

Building Access Workshop - Blue Mountains
2026-04-14 09:30 - 15:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Mercure Centro Port Macquarie, 103 William St, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444, Australia
Free Building Access Workshop and Networking

People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is excited to offer a free full-day workshop for domestic and family violence (DFV) services to improve accessibility and inclusion for women and children with disability.

The training is part of the PWDA Building Access Project and is delivered by a team of women with disability, bringing lived experience and valuable insights to the forefront.

Complimentary morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Who can attend

This training is beneficial to staff and volunteers of domestic and family violence (DFV) services and other related organisations who support women and children.

What you receive

Free full-day Accessibility Workshop for your staff and volunteers

Free templates and resources to improve access and inclusion.

Opportunity to network.

No cost to participate.

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre

When: Tuesday 14 April 2026

Where: Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, 30 Parke Street, Katoomba NSW 2780

Workshop start: Arrive at 9.15am for a 9.30am start

Workshop end: 3.30pm.

Register: Building Access Workshop and Networking

Inclusive STEM careers for people with disability workshop
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
Overview
A beginner-friendly workshop for adults with disability 18 and over exploring inclusive pathways into tech, science and engineering.
This workshop will be held in-person and is free to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.
Why join:
You’ll discover how adaptive technologies and inclusive design are transforming industries. Hear from professionals with lived experience and learn about programs that support your journey into STEM.
Learning outcomes:

Understand how accessibility shapes technology and design innovation
Gain insight into what practical skills you might need to explore a career in STEM
Learn about training, employment support, and inclusive workplaces
Connect with mentors and organisations committed to accessibility.

We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive event. Please let us know about any accessibility requirements when registering so we can support your participation.
Workshop details
Facilitators: People With Disability Australia (PWDA)
Where: Green Square Library, Zetland
When: Saturday 11 April
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm (AEDT – Sydney)
Accessibility
Please advise of any accessibility requirements at the time of registration.

Contact Us

PWDA pwd@pwd.org.au1800 422 015

Woolloomooloo - Drop-in Advocacy Clinic
2026-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre, Level 3, 99 Forbes Street, Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, 2012, Australia

Illawarra Disability Options Expo 2026
2026-03-26 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | The Fraternity Club, 11 Bourke Street, Fairy Meadow, NSW, Australia
Come find PWDA at the Illawarra Disability Expo.
The Illawarra Disability Options Expo is an annual event helping link people with a disability and carers to over 70 product and service providers, while offering a range of information by industry experts.
The 2026 Illawarra Disability Expo will be held on Thursday 26 March at the Fraternity Sports Club, Fairy Meadow.
The event will run from 11am – 3pm.
Tickets are not required for attendees. This free event offers an opportunity to connect and learn about local services.

Community Links - March Service Hub Tahmoor
2026-03-18 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Tahmoor Community Links, 6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, 2573, Australia

Salvos City Community Support Hub - Central March
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney., George St & Bathurst St, Sydney

Leading Inclusively Online Workshop
2026-03-09 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
A leadership workshop for women and gender diverse people with disability.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on Monday 9 March 2026, People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is excited to offer a free online leadership workshop for women and gender diverse people with disability.
Workshop details
Facilitators: Dr. Michelle Hyde and Summah McKinnon
Where: Online via Microsoft Teams
When: Monday 9 March 2026
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm (AEDT – Sydney)
Limited spots available.
Accessibility
Please advise of any accessibility requirements at the time of registration.
This workshop is now fully booked. Please complete the form below if you would like PWDA to contact you regarding future workshops.

Do you identify as a women or gender diverse person with disability?YesNoYour full name *Your email address *Your phone numberBusiness or Organisation NameWhy do you want to participant in this workshop?Please let us know of any supports you requireSubmit

Contact Us

PWDA Project Managerprojects@pwd.org.au1800 422 015

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
2026-02-28 16:30 - 22:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade
Members will be once again joining PWDA in the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.
When: Saturday 28 February 2026Where: Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney.
Expressions of interest have now closed and PWDA is in the process of contacting applicants. Any questions please contact comms@pwd.org.au.
Participants who have been selected will need to be on site from approximately 4:30pm onwards until the end of the parade (around 10:30pm at the latest). People with Disability Australia is proud to be a community partner of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (SGLMG) Parade, celebrating all LGBTQIA+ people with disability.
Please visit the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras website for more details on the 2026 theme and festival details

St George GovLink
2026-02-26 11:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Kogarah Storehouse, Cnr Gray and Kensington Streets, Kogarah, NSW
PWDA will be joining in February 2026 for a new monthly meet up of government services to provide advice and information to the community.

Connect with the team from People with Disability Australia to find out more about our advocacy and membership. We can help with housing, health, education, police, public transport, guardianship, and more.The Kogarah StorehouseCnr Gray and KensingtonStreets, KogarahFree lunch at 12:30pm

AUSTRALIA'S DISABILITY STRATEGY 2021-2031 NATIONAL FORUM 2026
2026-02-24 08:45 - 2026-02-25 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000
AUSTRALIA’S DISABILITY STRATEGY 2021-2031 NATIONAL FORUM 2026

Australia’s Disability Strategy National Forum is a 2-day event. The 2026 Forum will be on 24 and 25 February 2026.
The event will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre. You can attend in person in Adelaide or online.

The Forum is for:

people with disability

community leaders

allies, family members, carers, supporters

governments.

Everyone who is coming to Australia’s Disability Strategy Forum needs to register.

To learn more and register for the event click the banner below.

PWDA's Online National Forum: InFocus: Queer & Disabled
2026-02-18 13:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
PWDA’s Online National Forum: InFocus: Queer & Disabled

In Focus: Queer & Disabled is a national online event bringing together an incredible line-up of LGBTQIA+ people with disability, including trans and gender diverse and First Nations voices, to share their stories, insights, and leadership.

The event will celebrate, raise awareness, and amplify visibility of LGBTQIA+ people with disability, creating a platform that challenges stereotypes and discrimination while strengthening community connection. Too often, queer disabled people are underrepresented in media, workplaces, and culture. This event flips that narrative – placing our community at the centre, highlighting our diversity, and showcasing our resilience and creativity.

Through lived experience storytelling, leadership, and discussion, In Focus: Queer & Disabled will ensure our community is seen, recognised, and valued. Attendees will hear from trailblazing speakers who bring lived expertise to the forefront, building understanding and driving greater inclusion across Australia.

This event forms part of PWDA’s ongoing commitment to claim space, amplify voices, and build a stronger, more visible presence for LGBTQIA+ people with disability across society.

Forum details

When: Wednesday 18 February 2026

1:00pm – 3:00pm AEDT (Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Tasmania)

12:00pm – 2:00pm AEST (Brisbane)

12:30pm – 2:30pm ACDT (Adelaide)

11:30am – 1:30pm ACST (Darwin)

10:00am – 12:00pm AWST (Perth)

Where: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent following your registration)Cost: FreeRegister:

CLICK TO REGISTER

Community Links - Service Hub Bowral
2026-02-18 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Tahmoor Community Links, 6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, 2573, Australia

PWDA at Fair Day
2026-02-15 10:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Victoria Park, Corner of Parramatta and City Road, Sydney, NSW
PWDA will be joining Fair Day again in 2026 to connect with our community and promote our InFocus Queer & Disabled campaign, PWDA membership and advocacy.

The InFocus: Queer & Disabled campaign is about centring the voices and everyday lives of LGBTQIA+ people with disability.

This campaign is about visibility, self-expression and community — stories told by us, on our terms.

Running alongside our 2026 Pride celebrations, including Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, Melbourne’s Midsumma Pride March, and PWDA’s national online Pride event. Selected stories will be shared across PWDA’s digital platforms. Learn more: Help PWDA put LGBTQIA+ People with Disability In Focus

South-West Disability Expo
2026-02-13 09:00 - 2026-02-14 15:00 UTC | Whitlam Leisure Centre, 90A Memorial Ave, Liverpool, NSW, 2170, Australia
People With Disability Australia (PWDA) will be at the South West Disability Expo 2026
Connect with the PWDA team at the expo and learn all about disability advocacy and how it can help you solve a problem you are experiencing.
Inclusive Entertainment for All AgesEnjoy a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere with live performances, activities, and entertainment designed for people of all abilities.
Accessibility First
South West Disability Expo is designed to be inclusive and stress-free:

Live captioning on stage
Auslan interpreters available
Quiet Hour: Saturday 14 February, 9am–10am
Service animal friendly (with watering stations)
Accessible venue, parking, and drop-off zones

Family Advocacy Event - Securing Futures: Advancing Employment for all People with Disability
2026-02-09 09:00 - 2026-02-10 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Park Royal Hotel Parramatta, 30 Phillip Street, Parramatta, NSW, 2150
Securing Futures: Advancing Employment for all People with Disability
Note: This is not a PWDA run event. Contact Family Advocacy with any questions.

People with disability continue to face significant barriers to securing employment in Australia. Now is the time to address these barriers. Whether you’re curious, committed, or seeking to deepen your understanding, these events are designed to meet you right where you are. The time for change isn’t coming, it’s already here!

For maximum benefit, join both days.

Day 1 – Employment Strategies in Practice

Day 2 – Shaping Employment Reform

Read all the information about the event and guest speakers on the event flyer.

Register now.
Event details

Date: February 9 – Feb 10, 2026

Time: 09:00am – 04:30pm (both days)

Location: Park Royal Hotel, 30 Phillip Street, Parramatta NSW 2150

PWDA’s Online Forum: Two Years On From the Disability Royal Commission
2026-02-06 12:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
PWDA Online Forum: Two Years on from the Disability Royal Commission
PWDA invite you to our national online forum to reflect on where we are more than two years after the Disability Royal Commission Final Report was released.
People with disability are still waiting to see real change. This forum is a space to reflect on what has improved, what has not and what needs to happen next.
Forum details
When: Friday 6 February 2026

1:00pm – 2:30pm AEDT (Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Tasmania)
12:30pm – 2:00pm ACDT (Adelaide)
12:00pm – 1:30pm AEST (Brisbane)
11:30am – 1:00pm ACST (Darwin)
10:00am – 11:30am AWST (Perth)

Where: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent following your registration)Cost: FreeRegister now
Speakers:

Tahlia-Rose Vanissum –Woppaburra Woman, First Nations Disability and Gender Justice Advocate, and PWDA Board Director.
Dr. Alastair McEwin AM – Former Australian Disability Discrimination Commissioner, former Commissioner of the Disability Royal Commission, and PWDA member.
Summer Farrelly – Autistic Advocate, Public Speaker, Inclusion and Education Consultant Disability Rights Leader
Daniel McDonald – Proud Gadigal and Wonnarua Man, Owner of Deadly Hand Talk, Disability Advocate, and PWDA member.
Megan Spindler-Smith – Acting CEO PWDA
Jeramy Hope – President PWDA
Rosemary Kayess – Disability Discrimination Commissioner of the Australian Human Rights Commission. As Commissioner Rosemary leads efforts to promote equality and dismantle barriers for Australians with disability.
