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Raising her proud: a young mum’s take on disability pride
Louise Weekley shares what raising her daughter has taught her about the importance of disability pride and embracing differences.
Disability pride can be difficult and messy, and that’s okay
Mac Zamani writes about the complexities of disability pride and the importance of challenging toxic narratives.
CYDA welcomes chance to improve NDIS for children with disability as part of new Advisory Group
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 Call for People with Disability’s Access to NDIS Funded Sexuality Services to be Protected
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.
Amendments vital to make NDIS Bill fair
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.
My time at Summit 2024
CYDA Youth Councillor Louise Weekley gives a day-by-day account of their time at this year’s National Youth Disability Summit.
My empowerment journey
CYDA Youth Councillor Ezra Burnett reflects on what they’ve learned about identity, empowerment, and self-advocacy.
Reimagining ‘What If’
Caitlin Blanch on what CYDA’s National Youth Disability Summit taught her about the power of solidarity and asking the right questions.
The Disabled Employee Podcast – Episode 2: Ableism and Adjustments
Thanh, Britt and Dureece talk about accessing reasonable adjustments in the workplace, overcoming internalised ableism and dealing with discrimination in the workplace.
CYDA a partner in new ECI Review
CYDA is proud to announce its involvement in a new consortium to independently review best practice in early childhood intervention (ECI).
Budget falls short for young Australians with disability
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.
Accessible Travel Tips
Caitlin Blanch breaks down how to prepare and what to bring when travelling as a young person with disability.
