What an inclusive, equitable, quality education means to us The International Disability Alliance (IDA) has released its first global report on Inclusive Education. Titled "What an inclusive, equitable, quality education means to us", the report is the culmination of...
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Beware of Scam Charity Calls
Scammers are increasingly impersonating real charities to take advantage of people’s generosity and compassion over recent years, and there has been an increase in charity scams relating to COVID-19 over recent months. A charity scam involves being contacted by...
Safeguarding Task Force Interim Report Released
An urgent review prompted by the death of Ann-Marie Smith in South Australia has found the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) needs to get better at identifying vulnerable care recipients, and improve the supervision of in-home workers. The State Government...
Renewed Call for Urgent Continuation of Funding of the Cognitive Impairment Diversion Program (CIDP)
16 June 2020 The Hon. Mark Speakman SC, MP Attorney General of New South Wales Dear Attorney General Speakman, With the current worldwide protests and community support for “Black Lives Matter,” including widespread support to put an end to deaths in custody and the...
AFDO President fighting for people with disability, youth, and better inclusion
The Board and staff of the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) warmly welcome the recognition of our President, Liz Reid's work and recognition with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) Medal today. Liz has been appointed a Member of the Order...
Expressions Of Interest: Capacity Building for Dietitians in Disability (CBDD) Advisory Group
About the Capacity Building for Dietitians in Disability (CBBD) project The Capacity Building for Dietitians in Disability (CBDD) project is an NDIS funded project to build the capacity of dietitians to meet the needs of people with disabilities and improve access to...