Picture a world where everyone feels like they belong, where nobody’s left out. That’s the essence of inclusion. To ensure inclusion within the community, it’s vital that events and activities…

Addressing the Critical Need for Increased Funding in Australia’s Independent Advocacy Sector. Australia’s independent advocacy sector plays a vital role in empowering individuals, enabling them to have their voices heard.…

In the last few years, we’ve started thinking differently about how our brains work. Instead of seeing differences as problems, we’re learning to appreciate that everyone’s brain is unique. This…

The holiday season is often hailed as a time of joy, warmth, and connection. However, for some people, this festive period can bring about unique challenges, particularly the struggle against…

A Guide to Shared Activities for Volunteers and Individuals with Disability. Volunteering as a friend and ally for someone with disability can be a rewarding and impactful role. It involves…

Empowering Individuals through Augmentative and Alternative Communication. People with intellectual disability communicate in different ways. Some use their voice to speak, but others may use hand signals, pictures or other…

Citizen Advocates and Mental Health for People with Intellectual Disability. Today is R U OK? Day, a day dedicated to encouraging open conversations about mental health and well-being. In a…

Top reasons for advocating for people with intellectual disability. Advocates for people with intellectual disability play an important role, helping to ensure that their rights are being respected and that…