Check out this awesome blog by PWDA member Shannon Meilak about speaking at the historic moment of the first-ever Disability Pride flag raising in Victoria.
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Member Blog – Why Disability Pride Fest 2025 might be the best event you attend this year
Check out this awesome PWDA member blog post by PWDA member Jane Scott abut the Sydney-based Disability Pride Festival 2025
Member Blog Post – When ‘Accessible’ Isn’t Enough: The Gaps in Event Inclusion
Check out this awesome PWDA member blog post by Shannon Meilak! Shannon is a talented, disabled, and neurodivergent creative who’s passionate about advocacy, accessibility, and sharing real stories. In this piece, she dives into how “accessible” isn’t always enough when it comes to making events truly inclusive. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in creating more welcoming spaces!
Member Survey on Mandatory Registration
PWDA is preparing responses to NDIS Safety Commission consultations on the mandatory registration
People With Disability Australia Condemns Queensland Government’s Trans Health Ban
PWDA condemns the QLD Government’s decision to suspend the provision of puberty blockers and hormone therapies to minors seeking gender-affirming care
PWDA Congratulates Samantha Connor AM And Members Of The Disability Community Recognised In The 2025 Australia Day Honours List
PWDA Congratulates Samantha Connor AM And Members Of The Disability Community Recognised In The 2025 Australia Day Honours List
Improving Outcomes for People with Disability in Disaster Management
Roadmap to Improving Outcomes for People with Disability in Disaster Management report looks at ways to ensure safety for people with disability in emergencies
PWDA Congratulates Minister Rishworth and Assisting Minister Dr Aly On Their Appointments
PWDA congratulates Amanda Rishworth on their appointment as Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Dr Anne Aly as Assisting Minister.
National Autism Strategy Welcome, Success Relies on Future Action and Funding
PWDA welcomed the release of the National Autism Strategy and its commitment to improving inclusion in the community, education and employment, alongside diagnosis, services and support systems for autistic people.
CMHA and PWDA Demand Justice and Urgent Reform Following Death of Simon Cartwright at Silverwater Jail
CMHA and PWDA are united in their condemnation of systemic failures in mental health and justice systems from the coroner’s report of Simon Cartwright’s death.