PWDA is seeking urgent clarification from the NDIA and the Minister for NDIS following alleged claims published in The Saturday Paper.
Tag: disability advocacy
National Redress Scheme Information Webinar for People with Disability
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.
ACIE Statement: Queensland risks condemning generations of students to segregated schooling
The ACIE is alarmed by the Qld Government’s announcement to build six new special schools, condemning generations of students to segregated schooling.
National Disability Insurance Scheme Annual Pricing Review Report 2024-25
Key changes that may affect members following the release of the NDIS 2024-25 Annual Pricing Review Report
Less bang for your buck – NSW Budget is missing key opportunities for everyone
Following the release of NSW Budget, PWDA is calling on the NSW Government to commit to the inclusion and wellbeing of people with disability.
Joint Position Statement: Human Rights-based Needs Assessment Model
PWDA supports the joint position statement of Disability Representative Organisations calling for a human rights-based approach to NDIA needs assessments.
PWDA Want to Know About Your Experiences with the NDIS Supports Rules (Section 10)
PWDA is asking for feedback from the disability community to help prepare our response to the Australian Government reviewing the NDIS Supports.
PWDA highlights from Day 3 at COSP18: Wednesday 11 June
PWDA blog covering day three at 18th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the CRPD (COSP18) Wednesday 10 June.
United Nations COSP – General Debate
Megan Spindler-Smith delivered a compelling intervention on the need to centre multiply marginalised people with disability, especially First Nations, CALD, and LGBTIQA+ communities.
AI, Cognitive Disability, and Inclusive Governance
PWDA’s Alexandra Bignell delivered a powerful intervention on how AI can – and must – serve neurodivergent people. Her message was clear: AI must be designed and led by the people it aims to support.