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SUMMARY:NDRP Evidence to Action Event: Doing research together
DESCRIPTION:NDRP Evidence to Action Event: Doing research together\nWe’re pleased to be collaborating with the National Disability Research Partnership (NDRP) for their next Evidence to Action event: Doing research together – Supporting inclusive and collaborative research partnerships \nMonday 13 October 2025\n12:00am–3:00pm AEDT\nOnline via Zoom (Auslan\, captions\, screen breaks)\nFree to attend \nHow can researchers and advocacy organisations work together in partnership and collaboration in research? Join us for a practical\, interactive session exploring how advocacy organisations can help shape and strengthen disability research. This Evidence to Action session will launch new research on what advocacy organisations need be co-design partners\, and share practical tools to help make research partnerships stronger\, more ethical\, and more impactful. \nWhat to expect: \nExpect short provocations\, stories\, and tools\, with plenty of interaction. \n\nLaunch of the DANA report: Co-design Partnerships: A Mutual Exchange\nPass the Mic: advocacy leaders introduce who they are\, what they bring to research\, and what researchers need to know\nInteractive exercises: myth-busting\, scenario swaps\, and paired reflections on what works in partnerships\nPractical resources: checklists\, templates\, and FAQs you can take away and use straight away\n\nAccessibility: The event will include Auslan interpretation\, live captions\, and Easy English resources. Please let us know about any other access needs when you register. \nRegister now to be part of this important conversation. \n Register now\nQuestions? Email info@ndrp.org.au or call 03 9000 3813\nRead their Privacy Policy \n 
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/ndrp-evidence-to-action-event-doing-research-together/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251008T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250924T043959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T043959Z
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SUMMARY:Building Access Workshop - Port Macquarie
DESCRIPTION:Free Building Access Workshop and Networking\nPeople 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. \nThe 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. \nComplimentary morning tea and lunch will be provided. \nWho can attend\nThis training is beneficial to staff and volunteers of domestic and family violence (DFV) services and other related organisations who support women and children. \nWhat you receive\n\nFree full-day Accessibility Workshop for your staff and volunteers\nFree templates and resources to improve access and inclusion.\nOpportunity to network.\n\nNo cost to participate.\nMercure Centro Port Macquarie \n\nWhen: Wednesday 8 October 2025\nWhere: Mercure Centro Port Macquarie\, 103 William St\, Port Macquarie NSW 2444\nWorkshop start: Arrive at 9.15am for a 9.30am start\nWorkshop end: 3.00pm.\n\nRegister: Building Access Workshop and Networking
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/building-access-workshop-port-macquarie/
LOCATION:Mercure Centro Port Macquarie\, 103 William St\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T150000
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CREATED:20251001T004425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T004425Z
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SUMMARY:Aged and Disability Expo - Sydney
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Aged and Disability Expo  \nDate: 8 October 2025\nVenue: Rosehill Gardens\, Rosehill\nTime: 9 am to 3 pm\nEntry: FREE \nJoin us at the Venue: Rosehill Gardens for a day filled with empowerment\, education\, and community. This in-person event is your chance to discover the latest products\, services\, and technologies designed to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. \nConnect with exhibitors\, attend informative seminars\, and participate in interactive workshops. Whether you’re seeking resources for yourself or a loved one\, the Aged & Disability Expo Rosehill Gardens is the place to be. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn\, engage\, and celebrate the diverse abilities within our community.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/aged-and-disability-expo-sydney-2/
LOCATION:Rosehill Gardens\, James Ruse Drive\, Rosehill\, NSW\, 2142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250919T023549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T041800Z
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SUMMARY:PWDA Online Forum: Two Years on from the DRC - POSTPONED NEW DATE TBA
DESCRIPTION:PWDA Online Forum: Two Years on from the Disability Royal Commission \nOur Acting CEO\, Megan Spindler-Smith\, who was due to facilitate the discussion\, is currently unwell. We send Megan our best wishes for a full recovery and thank you for your understanding. \nThe forum will be rescheduled to a later date to ensure we can deliver the high-quality and inclusive discussion our community deserves. A new date will be announced soon\, and all registered attendees will be notified directly. \nJoin us for an important event bringing together people with disability\, advocates\, policymakers\, and community members to discuss the progress since the Disability Royal Commission. \nWhen: New Date TBA  \nWhere: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent following your registration)\nCost: Free \nSpeakers:\n \n\nTrinity Ford – President PWDA\nMegan Spindler-Smith – Acting CEO PWDA\nTahlia-Rose Vanissum – Woppaburra Woman\, First Nations Disability and Gender Justice Advocate\, and PWDA member.\nDr. Alastair McEwin AM – Former Australian Disability Discrimination Commissioner\, former Commissioner of the Disability Royal Commission\, and PWDA member.\n\nPWDA President Trinity Ford will deliver the opening remarks\, setting the stage for the discussion. Following this\, PWDA Acting CEO Megan Spindler-Smith will facilitate a live panel featuring PWDA Acting Director Systemic Advocacy Michelle Keogh and special guest Tahlia-Rose Vanissum. \nAdditionally\, Dr. Alastair McEwin AM\, former Commissioner of the Disability Royal Commission\, will provide a recorded reflection.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/pwda-online-forum-two-years-on-from-the-drc/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T130000
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SUMMARY:Community Links - Service Hub Bowral
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the Community Links – Service Hub. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/community-links-service-hub-bowral-6/
LOCATION:Tahmoor Community Links\, 6 Harper Close\, Tahmoor\, 2573\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T112208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T112406Z
UID:14322-1757664000-1757696400@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Disability Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION:A free Disability Advocacy Clinic is available on every 2nd Friday of the month from the P2P Office on the Sunshine Coast and via phone or zoom. \nParent to Parent is offering a free advocacy clinic with Miia Tolvanen from People with Disability Australia. \nMiia is an Individual Advocate based on the Sunshine Coast. \nAppointments are available either in person at the Parent to Parent Woombye office or via phone on the 2nd Friday of each month. \nBookings are required\, if you wish to make an appointment\, please fill out the form. \nTopics Miia can cover include: \n\nGuardianship and administration related matters.\nGoing to an external review (ART) for your NDIS plan.\nSupported decision making.\nHow to make a complaint about your NDIS services\, or any other service.\nChild protection related issues (if your clients have any involvement with the Department of Child Safety).\n\nSome things to remember: \n\n\nMiia is not able to provide any legal advice or support.\nThe 1 hr session is for advice only\, Miia would not be looking to take the person on as a client for individual advocacy. The person can book in again for a follow up clinic/advice session if they want.\nMiia may be able to pick up some cases for individual advocacy when she has capacity. It is important to note that individual advocacy is a short term\, issue focused approach. Individual advocacy is not a substitute for any funded or formal supports such as NDIS support coordination. Individual advocacy is not mediation\, counselling or case management.\nThere is no cost.\nMiia would need to record some basic information such as name\, DOB\, address (post code only)\, gender\, ATSI status\, citizenship status and details about disability. Miia will need to record these into our system for auditing and funding related purposes.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/sunshine-coast-disability-advocacy-clinic-3/
LOCATION:Parent to Parent Woombye\, 5 Blackall Street\, Woombye\, QLD\, 4559\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T103750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T103750Z
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SUMMARY:Newtown - Drop-in Information Clinic May
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the One Stop Shop at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre\, Newtown. \nOne Stop Shop\nNewtown 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. \nWhen: Every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm – PWDA attends once a month.\nWhere: 11-13 Darley Street\, Newtown \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/newtown-drop-in-information-clinic-may-3/
LOCATION:Newtown Neighbourhood Centre\, 11-13 Darley St\, Newtown\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newtown Neighbourhood Centre":MAILTO:information@newtowncentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T103709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T103709Z
UID:14314-1757584800-1757592000@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Woolloomooloo - Drop-in Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required\, however the team at Ozanam Learning Centre will assist with scheduling bookings if necessary (high demand).
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/woolloomooloo-drop-in-advocacy-clinic-4/
LOCATION:Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre\, Level 3\, 99 Forbes Street\, Woolloomooloo\, New South Wales\, 2012\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250723T005113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T015939Z
UID:14376-1756375200-1756386000@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Advocacy Outreach & Crochet Club - Creative Space Southern Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Grace loves to crochet! She can teach you or … Just enjoy the nice vibes crocheting with others! BYO project or start with Creative Space Southern Highlands supplies.\n\nIt can also be a great time to ask questions and explore advocacy and support.\nGrace is from People with Disability Australia (PWDA).\n\nConnect 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.\n\nDays and LocationsWednesday 30 July — Loseby Park Hall – BowralWednesday 13 August — Yerrinbool HallThursday 28 August — Moss Vale TAFE (Wear it Purple Event)\n\nTime: 11:00am – 1:00pm AEST\n\nTime is subject to Grace’s appointments so check in with Creative Space if you are coming specifically for this.\n\nGrace will be available to answer your questions and guide you towards the help you may need.\n\nAlways highly knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful\, connect with Grace!
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/advocacy-outreach-crochet-club-creative-space-southern-highlands-3/
LOCATION:Moss Vale TAFE\, Kirkham Street\, Moss Vale\, NSW\, 2577\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Space Southern Highlands":MAILTO:creative.space@vinnies.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250828T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250828T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T105002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T105002Z
UID:14318-1756373400-1756395000@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Building Access Workshop - Campbelltown
DESCRIPTION:Free Building Access Workshop and Networking\nPeople with Disability Australia (PWDA) is excited to offer a free full-day workshop for domestic and family violence (DFV) services across the Lake Macquarie and South West Sydney regions to improve accessibility and inclusion for women and children with disability. \nThe 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. \nComplimentary morning tea and lunch will be provided. \nWho can attend\nThis training is beneficial to staff and volunteers of domestic and family violence (DFV) services and other related organisations who support women and children. \nWhat you receive\n\nFree full-day Accessibility Workshop for your staff and volunteers\nFree templates and resources to improve access and inclusion.\nOpportunity to network.\n\nNo cost to participate.\nCampbelltown Arts Centre \n\nWhen: Thursday 28 August 2025\nWhere: Campbelltown Arts Centre\, 1 Art Gallery Road\, Campbelltown NSW 2560. Workshop 4 Space.\nWorkshop start: Arrive at 9.15am for a 9.30am start\nWorkshop end: 3.30pm.\n\nRegister: Building Access Workshop and Networking
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/building-access-workshop-campbelltown/
LOCATION:Campbelltown Arts Club\, 1 Art Gallery Road\, Campbelltown\, NSW\, 2560\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T103231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T103231Z
UID:14313-1755684000-1755694800@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Community Links - Service Hub Bowral
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the Community Links – Service Hub. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/community-links-service-hub-bowral-5/
LOCATION:Tahmoor Community Links\, 6 Harper Close\, Tahmoor\, 2573\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250814T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T103143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T103143Z
UID:14312-1755180000-1755187200@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Newtown - Drop-in Information Clinic May
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the One Stop Shop at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre\, Newtown. \nOne Stop Shop\nNewtown 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. \nWhen: Every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm – PWDA attends once a month.\nWhere: 11-13 Darley Street\, Newtown \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/newtown-drop-in-information-clinic-may-2/
LOCATION:Newtown Neighbourhood Centre\, 11-13 Darley St\, Newtown\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newtown Neighbourhood Centre":MAILTO:information@newtowncentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T114424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T114444Z
UID:14324-1755165600-1755187200@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Far North QLD Disability Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION:PWDA are offering a Drop-In Disability Advocacy Clinic in Far North Queensland. \nMake an appointment to speak with an experienced Disability Advocate about an issue or a problem you are experiencing. \nDate: 14th August 2025 \nTime: 10am – 4pm \nLocation: Mossman Community Centre \nAddress: 20 Mill Street\, Mossman \nMake an appointment\nEmail: miiat@pwd.org.au \nPhone and/or text: 0439 595 587 \nThings we can help with:\n\nNDIS (including problems with service providers)\,\nComplaints\,\nQCAT\,\nGuardianship and Financial Administration\,\nDecision making\,\nChild safety and Housing\,\ninformation about the Redress scheme.\n\nSome things to remember:\n\n\nMiia is not able to provide any legal advice or support.\nWe are not able to assist with  finding a place to live or applying for NDIS.\nThere is no cost.\nMiia would need to record some basic information such as name\, DOB\, address (post code only)\, gender\, ATSI status\, citizenship status and details about disability. Miia will need to record these into our system for auditing and funding related purposes.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/far-north-qld-disability-advocacy-clinic/
LOCATION:Mossman Support Services\, 20-22 Mill Street\, Mossman\, QLD\, 4873
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T103109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T103109Z
UID:14311-1755165600-1755172800@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Woolloomooloo - Drop-in Information Clinic
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the Ozanam Learning Centre\, St Vincent de Paul Society. \nOur 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. \nWhen:    Every second Thursday per month from 10am to 12pm \nWhere:   Ozanam Learning Centre\, Level 3\, 99 Forbes Street\, Woolloomooloo \nPWDA will occupy one consultation room (library) where clients can discuss issues. \nClients are not required to book\, however the team at Ozanam Learning Centre will assist with scheduling bookings if necessary (high demand). \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/woolloomooloo-drop-in-information-clinic/
LOCATION:Vinnies Ozanam Learning Centre\, Level 3\, 99 Forbes Street\, Woolloomooloo\, New South Wales\, 2012\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T115444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T115444Z
UID:14327-1755079200-1755100800@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Far North QLD Disability Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION:PWDA are offering a Drop-In Disability Advocacy Clinic in Far North Queensland. \nMake an appointment to speak with an experienced Disability Advocate about an issue or a problem you are experiencing. \nDate: Wednesday 13 August \nTime: 10am – 4pm \nLocation: Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre \nAddress: 6-10 Mowbray Street\, Port Douglas \nMake an appointment\nEmail: miiat@pwd.org.au \nPhone and/or text: 0439 595 587 \nThings we can help with:\n\nNDIS (including problems with service providers)\,\nComplaints\,\nQCAT\,\nGuardianship and Financial Administration\,\nDecision making\,\nChild safety and Housing\,\ninformation about the Redress scheme.\n\nSome things to remember:\n\n\nMiia is not able to provide any legal advice or support.\nWe are not able to assist with  finding a place to live or applying for NDIS.\nThere is no cost.\nMiia would need to record some basic information such as name\, DOB\, address (post code only)\, gender\, ATSI status\, citizenship status and details about disability. Miia will need to record these into our system for auditing and funding related purposes.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/far-north-qld-disability-advocacy-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre\, 6-10 Mowbray Street\, Port Douglas\, Qld\, 4877
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250723T004912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T004912Z
UID:14375-1755079200-1755090000@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Advocacy Outreach & Crochet Club - Creative Space Southern Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Grace loves to crochet! She can teach you or … Just enjoy the nice vibes crocheting with others! BYO project or start with Creative Space Southern Highlands supplies.\n\nIt can also be a great time to ask questions and explore advocacy and support.\nGrace is from People with Disability Australia (PWDA).\n\nConnect 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.\n\nDays and LocationsWednesday 30 July — Loseby Park Hall – BowralWednesday 13 August — Yerrinbool HallThursday 28 August — Moss Vale TAFE (Wear it Purple Event)\n\nTime: 11:00am – 1:00pm AEST\n\nTime is subject to Grace’s appointments so check in with Creative Space if you are coming specifically for this.\n\nGrace will be available to answer your questions and guide you towards the help you may need.\n\nAlways highly knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful\, connect with Grace!
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/advocacy-outreach-crochet-club-creative-space-southern-highlands-2/
LOCATION:Creative Space Yerrinbool\, 45 Sunrise Road\, Yerrinbool\, NSW\, 2575\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Space Southern Highlands":MAILTO:creative.space@vinnies.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T104707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T104731Z
UID:14316-1754991000-1755012600@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Building Access Workshop - Lake Macquarie
DESCRIPTION:Free Building Access Workshop and Networking\nPeople with Disability Australia (PWDA) is excited to offer a free full-day workshop for domestic and family violence (DFV) services across the Lake Macquarie and South West Sydney regions to improve accessibility and inclusion for women and children with disability. \nThe 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. \nComplimentary morning tea and lunch will be provided. \nWho can attend\nThis training is beneficial to staff and volunteers of domestic and family violence (DFV) services and other related organisations who support women and children. \nWhat you receive\n\nFree full-day Accessibility Workshop for your staff and volunteers\nFree templates and resources to improve access and inclusion.\nOpportunity to network.\n\nNo cost to participate.\n\nWhen: Tuesday 12 August 2025\nWhere: Windale Hub (bilyabayi)\, 20 Lake Street\, Windale NSW 2306\nWorkshop start: Arrive at 9.15am for a 9.30am start\nWorkshop end: 3.30pm\n\nRegister: Building Access Workshop and Networking
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/building-access-workshop-lake-macquarie/
LOCATION:Windale Hub\, 20 Lake Street\, Windale\, NSW\, 2306\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250808T013925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T014158Z
UID:14443-1754643600-1754751600@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Sydney Disability & WorkAbility Expo
DESCRIPTION:Come visit PWDA at the Sydney Disability & WorkAbility Expo \nThe Sydney Disability & WorkAbility Expo is your opportunity to explore hundreds of products\, services\, and employment pathways – all under one fully accessible roof. Whether you’re looking to live more independently\, connect with providers\, or find meaningful employment\, this event is designed with you in mind. \nFriday 8 August – Saturday 9 August 2025  \n9:00am–3:00pm \nFree Entry \nAccessibility Features \nWe’ve worked hard to ensure your visit is smooth and enjoyable: \n\nLive captioning on stage\nAuslan interpreters\nQuiet time: Saturday 9 August\, 9am–10am\nMarveloo high-access toilets\nService animal friendly\, with watering stations\nAccessible venue\, parking\, and drop-off zone\n\nhttps://sydneydisabilityexpo.com.au/ \nwww.workabilityexpo.com.au \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1568063637401575
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/sydney-disability-workability-expo/
LOCATION:Exhibition Hall\, Sydney Showground\, Sydney Olympic Park\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Expo
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250808T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T112019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T112019Z
UID:14321-1754640000-1754672400@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Disability Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION:A free Disability Advocacy Clinic is available on every 2nd Friday of the month from the P2P Office on the Sunshine Coast and via phone or zoom. \nParent to Parent is offering a free advocacy clinic with Miia Tolvanen from People with Disability Australia. \nMiia is an Individual Advocate based on the Sunshine Coast. \nAppointments are available either in person at the Parent to Parent Woombye office or via phone on the 2nd Friday of each month. \nBookings are required\, if you wish to make an appointment\, please fill out the form. \nTopics Miia can cover include: \n\nGuardianship and administration related matters.\nGoing to an external review (ART) for your NDIS plan.\nSupported decision making.\nHow to make a complaint about your NDIS services\, or any other service.\nChild protection related issues (if your clients have any involvement with the Department of Child Safety).\n\nSome things to remember: \n\n\nMiia is not able to provide any legal advice or support.\nThe 1 hr session is for advice only\, Miia would not be looking to take the person on as a client for individual advocacy. The person can book in again for a follow up clinic/advice session if they want.\nMiia may be able to pick up some cases for individual advocacy when she has capacity. It is important to note that individual advocacy is a short term\, issue focused approach. Individual advocacy is not a substitute for any funded or formal supports such as NDIS support coordination. Individual advocacy is not mediation\, counselling or case management.\nThere is no cost.\nMiia would need to record some basic information such as name\, DOB\, address (post code only)\, gender\, ATSI status\, citizenship status and details about disability. Miia will need to record these into our system for auditing and funding related purposes.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/sunshine-coast-disability-advocacy-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Parent to Parent Woombye\, 5 Blackall Street\, Woombye\, QLD\, 4559\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250723T004434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T004751Z
UID:14370-1753869600-1753880400@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Advocacy Outreach & Crochet Club - Creative Space Southern Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Grace loves to crochet! She can teach you or … Just enjoy the nice vibes crocheting with others! BYO project or start with Creative Space Southern Highlands supplies.\n\nIt can also be a great time to ask questions and explore advocacy and support.\nGrace is from People with Disability Australia (PWDA).\n\nConnect 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.\n\nDays and LocationsWednesday 30 July — Loseby Park Hall – BowralWednesday 13 August — Yerrinbool HallThursday 28 August — Moss Vale TAFE (Wear it Purple Event)\n\nTime: 11:00am – 1:00pm AEST\n\nTime is subject to Grace’s appointments so check in with Creative Space if you are coming specifically for this.\n\nGrace will be available to answer your questions and guide you towards the help you may need.\n\nAlways highly knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful\, connect with Grace!
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/advocacy-outreach-crochet-club-creative-space-southern-highlands/
LOCATION:Loseby Park Hall\, 2A Park Road\, Bowral\, NSW\, 2576
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Space Southern Highlands":MAILTO:creative.space@vinnies.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250730T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T101145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T101145Z
UID:14309-1753869600-1753878600@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Penrith - Ready-Set-Connect
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPenrith Ready-Set-Connect Event brings together service providers with Parents/Carers\, Support Coordinators\, Teachers and LACs in a fun and interactive speed dating format. \nStay up to date with current services in your local community. \nPWDA will have a stall available at the Penrith Gaels Club. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/penrith-ready-set-connect/
LOCATION:Penrith Gaels Club\, 75 Richmond Road\, Kingswood\, NSW\, 2747\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking event,Outreach & clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T093835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T093835Z
UID:14291-1753524000-1753545600@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Sydney Disability Pride Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Sydney Disability Pride Festival 2025\nPWDA will be celebrating Disability Pride with a stall at the Sydney Disability Pride Festival at 10am Saturday 26 July at Sydney Town Hall. \n Register now \nThis free annual event is organised by people with disability for people with disability and allies\, to celebrate the largest and most diverse minority on earth. It’s a day of disability affirming activities run by people with disability. \nLearn more: Disability Pride Sydney – Australia’s Home of Disability Pride
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/sydney-disability-pride-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Sydney Town Hall\, 483 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000
CATEGORIES:Expo,Networking event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250704T070834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T034219Z
UID:14265-1753275600-1753279200@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:National Redress Scheme Information Webinar
DESCRIPTION:National Redress Scheme Information Webinar for People with Disability\n  \n\n\n\n\nPeople with Disability Australia (PWDA) is hosting this webinar about the National Redress Scheme for people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse on behalf of the Department of Social Services (DSS) with support from Fenton Communications. \nThe webinar will feature a panel of speakers including PWDA Redress Advocate Linda Wiseham and Lucy Knight from DSS. \nThis webinar will cover \n\nPurpose of the National Redress Scheme\nApplication process\nVideo interview with a redress applicant and their case manager\nHow to engage with Redress Support Services and access free confidential support.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday 23 July 2025 \n\n1.00pm – 2.00pm AEST (Sydney\, Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Canberra\, Tasmania)\n12.30pm – 1.30pm ACST (Adelaide\, Darwin)\n11.00am – 12.00pm AWST (Perth)\n\nWhere: Zoom (Access link will be sent following registration)\nCost: Free \n \nWebinar questions\nYou can submit a general question about the Scheme when you register. The panel will aim to answer these questions during the webinar. Please note\, the panel won’t be able to answer any live questions during the webinar or answer questions about specific cases or personal circumstances. \nYou can also submit questions by contacting PWDA: \nEmail: pwd@pwd.org.au\nPhone: 1800 422 015 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSharing this opportunity\nThis is an open webinar so anyone can attend. However\, it will be of most interest to the disability community and sector. Please feel free to pass this invitation on to others who may find the webinar useful. \nAccessibility\nThis event will have live captioning and Auslan interpretation. You can provide details of other access requirements when registering.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/national-redress-scheme-information-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="PWDA Advocacy":MAILTO:pwd@pwd.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T085738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T085738Z
UID:14289-1753191000-1753194600@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Member Mingle - 2025 Director Nomination and Board Election Information Session
DESCRIPTION:National Online Member Mingle – 2025 Director Nomination and Board Election Information Session\nThis PWDA national online member-only event is a great opportunity for you to connect with fellow members and learn about the upcoming PWDA 2025 Director Nomination and Board Election Board election process. \nDuring the information session we will cover key dates\, how to nominate\, eligibility\, election process and answer any of your questions. \nWhen: Tuesday 22 July 2025\n\n1.30pm – 2:30pm AEST (Sydney\, Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Canberra\, Tasmania)\n1.00pm – 2.00pm ACST (Adelaide\, Darwin)\n11.30am – 12.30pm AWST (Perth)\n\nWhere: Zoom (Access link will be sent following registration)\nCost: Free\n Register now \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\nThis event will have live captioning and Auslan interpretation. You can provide details of other access requirements when registering.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/online-member-mingle-2025-director-nomination-and-board-election-information-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T100716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T100716Z
UID:14304-1752832800-1752940800@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Source Kids Disability Expo
DESCRIPTION:When: \nFriday 18 July 2025 – 10am to 4pm \nSaturday 19 July 2025 – 10am to 4pm \nWhere: International Convention Centre\, Darling Harbour \nCost: FREE to attend\, tickets essential\, register below  \nPWDA will be joining service providers where you’ll be able to chat to experts; gather information; touch\, try out and purchase; plus there’s also fabulous entertainment for the kids. \n\nREGISTER FOR TICKETS
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/source-kids-disability-expo/
LOCATION:ICC Sydney\, 14 Darling Drive\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T095207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T095207Z
UID:14299-1752746400-1752764400@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Feel Good Health Fitness and Fun - 2168
DESCRIPTION:Feel Good Health Fitness and Fun\nPWDA will be joining child\, youth and family service providers serving the 2168 area at the\nannual Feel Good 2168 (2025 Event). \nThis free event will connect the local community with services\, programs\nand information on health\, social inclusion\, and wellbeing. \nFamilies and community members will have access to a network of support and\ninformation to help feel good and share a bright future.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/feel-good-health-fitness-and-fun-2168/
LOCATION:Michael Wenden Aquatic Centre\, 62 Cabramatta Avenue\, Miller\, NSW\, 2168\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T094551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T094551Z
UID:14298-1752660000-1752670800@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Community Links - Service Hub Bowral
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at the Community Links – Service Hub. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/community-links-service-hub-bowral-4/
LOCATION:Tahmoor Community Links\, 6 Harper Close\, Tahmoor\, 2573\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250711T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250710T111644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T111644Z
UID:14320-1752220800-1752253200@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Disability Advocacy Clinic
DESCRIPTION:A free Disability Advocacy Clinic is available on every 2nd Friday of the month from the P2P Office on the Sunshine Coast and via phone or zoom. \nParent to Parent is offering a free advocacy clinic with Miia Tolvanen from People with Disability Australia. \nMiia is an Individual Advocate based on the Sunshine Coast. \nAppointments are available either in person at the Parent to Parent Woombye office or via phone on the 2nd Friday of each month. \nBookings are required\, if you wish to make an appointment\, please fill out the form. \nTopics Miia can cover include: \n\nGuardianship and administration related matters.\nGoing to an external review (ART) for your NDIS plan.\nSupported decision making.\nHow to make a complaint about your NDIS services\, or any other service.\nChild protection related issues (if your clients have any involvement with the Department of Child Safety).\n\nSome things to remember: \n\n\nMiia is not able to provide any legal advice or support.\nThe 1 hr session is for advice only\, Miia would not be looking to take the person on as a client for individual advocacy. The person can book in again for a follow up clinic/advice session if they want.\nMiia may be able to pick up some cases for individual advocacy when she has capacity. It is important to note that individual advocacy is a short term\, issue focused approach. Individual advocacy is not a substitute for any funded or formal supports such as NDIS support coordination. Individual advocacy is not mediation\, counselling or case management.\nThere is no cost.\nMiia would need to record some basic information such as name\, DOB\, address (post code only)\, gender\, ATSI status\, citizenship status and details about disability. Miia will need to record these into our system for auditing and funding related purposes.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/sunshine-coast-disability-advocacy-clinic/
LOCATION:Parent to Parent Woombye\, 5 Blackall Street\, Woombye\, QLD\, 4559\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Outreach & clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250331T222435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T222455Z
UID:13809-1751968800-1751976000@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:Community Support Hub - Central July
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll be available at Community Support Hub at St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney. \nOur 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. \nBookings not required. \nFor more information about the events call Sydney City Salvos
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/community-support-hub-central-june/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Cathedral\, Cnr of George & Bathurst Streets\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking event,Outreach & clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T012414
CREATED:20250618T063709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T035717Z
UID:14188-1750762800-1750766400@pwd.org.au
SUMMARY:NDIS Rules webinar – NDIS Supports
DESCRIPTION:NDIS Rules webinar – NDIS Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDepartment of Social Services invite you to an information webinar on the NDIS Supports rule. \nThe webinar is a part of the public consultation on the NDIS Supports rule. \nPWDA’s Megan Spindler-Smith will be joining the webinar panel who will discuss: \n\nthe NDIS Supports rule\nwhat we have heard about the rule so far\nthe questions we have for you\nhow you can provide feedback.\n\nLive Q&A \nDuring the session the panel will host a live Q&A via Slido (access link will be shared via email closer to the event date). \nPre-submitted questions \nIf you have any questions about the webinar or wish to submit questions in advance for the live Q&A\, please contact NDISConsultations@dss.gov.au. \nAccessibility \nThe meeting will be supported by Auslan interpretation and live captioning. \nHow to register \nTo register your interest to participate in the webinar\, click “Get tickets” and fill out your details. \nOnline Event \nThis is an online event that will be streamed via the DSS Engage website (access link will be delivered via email closer to the event date). The event will be recorded\, published to YouTube and linked to from the department’s website.
URL:https://pwd.org.au/event/14188/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIS":MAILTO:NDISConsultations@dss.gov.au.
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