Self-directed supports play a key part in making sure NDIS participants have choice and control over their plans.
In this submission, CYDA calls on the Department of Social Services (DSS) to improve self-registration, uphold the rights and dignity of NDIS participants, and meaningfully engage children and young people with disability.
We urge DSS to:
- Switch to using the term 'self-registered participation' to avoid confusion with self-managed supports
- Remove punitive welfare language and include support and safeguards
- Support children and young people to engage through co-design and better access
These changes are a step in the right direction to rebuilding community trust in the NDIS.
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