Joint submission on NDIS Amendment Bill

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The NDIS Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No. 1) Bill 2024 has raised significant concerns for CYDA and other Disability Representative Organisations (DROs).

CYDA a partner in new ECI Review

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CYDA is proud to announce its involvement in a new consortium to independently review best practice in early childhood intervention (ECI).

CYDA’s submission to the NDIS Provider and Worker Registration Taskforce

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Children and young people with disability often face unique challenges in navigating the NDIS.

To better support Scheme participants, the Government has proposed a new risk-proportionate provider registration model, along with the establishment of a Taskforce to investigate its implementation. 

Accessible Travel Tips

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Caitlin Blanch breaks down how to prepare and what to bring when travelling as a young person with disability.

The Early Years Strategy must be inclusive of all

CYDA Media Release.

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.

Let’s talk AI, education, and disability

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PhD candidate, aspiring cognitive scientist, and 2024 Westpac Future Leader Brynlea Gibson chats with Adam Choong about artificial intelligence, education, and disability.

Is AI the future of learning?

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Adam Choong discusses the role artificial intelligence may play in educating children and young people with disability.