CYDA welcomes the opportunity to help build a better NDIS for children with disability and their families as part of a new expert Advisory Group, announced by NDIS Minister Bill Shorten today.
Ten organisations have signed this joint statement to strongly condemn recent comments made by Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Bill Shorten regarding the exclusion of sex work and sexuality services from the NDIS.
The recommendations in the report of the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee into the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Amendment Bill 2024 are disrespectful and profoundly disappointing, say disability organisations.
CYDA Youth Councillor Louise Weekley gives a day-by-day account of their time at this year’s National Youth Disability Summit.
CYDA Youth Councillor Ezra Burnett reflects on what they’ve learned about identity, empowerment, and self-advocacy.
Caitlin Blanch on what CYDA’s National Youth Disability Summit taught her about the power of solidarity and asking the right questions.
Thanh, Britt and Dureece talk about accessing reasonable adjustments in the workplace, overcoming internalised ableism and dealing with discrimination in the workplace.
CYDA is proud to announce its involvement in a new consortium to independently review best practice in early childhood intervention (ECI).
The Australian Government’s 2024-25 budget provides welcome cost-of-living relief but fails to implement key reforms for children and young people with disability.
Caitlin Blanch breaks down how to prepare and what to bring when travelling as a young person with disability.
The Early Years Strategy, recently released by the government, will shape our children’s lives and development for the next 10 years and beyond. For it to be truly successful, it must include every child, including those with disability and developmental delay.
Caitlin Blanch explores how overcoming fear of the unfamiliar and embracing new technologies can empower people with disability.
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