A delegation of Australian disability advocates is set to travel to the United Nations in New York next week for COSP15.
Tag: disability advocacy (page 12)
Achieving financial independence
After being under a financial management order, John worked with PWDA to get a revocation of the order.
Escape from exploitation
Josh escapes a dangerous and isolating experience after contacting PWDA. He gained access to Medicare and Centrelink and his own bank account.
Talk Up project
Talk Up is about empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability to know and understand their legal rights, through the creation and delivery of educational resources and workshops.
Fighting financial mismanagement
How Jess managed to overcome financial mismanagement, remove a large debt, and gain her independence.
The right fit
Casey was unhappy with the service of her supported accommodation provider. With PWDA support, she found alternative accommodation support.
Brochures
Selection of PWDA Borhcures about our advocacy work and the services we offer, including translated brochures and information.
The last resort
Judy contacted PWDA for support her in an NDIS independent assessment due to the barriers she faced with her NDIS access request.
Legal affairs
Jeremy reached out to PWDA for support to protect his legal interests and ensure he had a secure future.
Battling discrimination
With PWDA support, Lin had a win in Federal Court over antidiscrimination and avoided homelessness.