NDIS Cuts, Discrimination Act Review, New Program: Disability Challenges in Australia
Update: 2025-12-06
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Challenges Faced by People with Disabilities in Australia: NDIS Funding Cuts, Discrimination Act Review, and New Thriving Kids ProgramThis episode delves into the struggles of individuals with disabilities in Australia, focusing on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funding cuts, the outdated Disability Discrimination Act review, and the new Thriving Kids program. A Deaf mans experience with reduced interpreting service funding highlights the systemic issue of undervaluing disabilities. The Disability Discrimination Act review is crucial, as advocates argue for a more effective legislation. The Thriving Kids program, aiming to support children with developmental delays and autism, faces concerns due to its uncertain system design. These stories underscore the communitys quest for better understanding, appropriate funding, and updated legislation for true inclusion and independence.
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