ACTION for People with Disability provides advocacy and support for people with disability and support for their families. Their advocacy is based on the understanding that people with disability have the same rights as other citizens in being treated with respect,...
Individual advocacy is when a professional advocate, relative, friend or volunteer advocates for a single person, to stop or fix instances of unfair treatment or abuse.
Self-advocacy is when someone with disability speaks up and represents themselves. Community-based groups can offer support and training for self-advocacy.
Systemic advocacy is when groups or individuals are working for long-term social change to make sure legislation, policies and practices support the rights and interests of all people with disability.
Advocacy for Inclusion represents Canberra’s most marginalised and isolated people with disabilities, including those persons with cognitive disabilities and/or significant communication barriers. They support the voice of people with disabilities and are committed to...
Aspergers Victoria is a peer-led organisation. Aspergers Victoria provide peer support, and peer programs and services for the Aspergers community. Their vision is to create a more inclusive world for Aspergers people, and believe that greater understanding and...
