National Disability Advocacy Program
The National Disability Advocacy Program (NDAP) supports people with disability to access effective advocacy that promotes, protects and ensures their full and equal enjoyment of human rights and participation in our communities.
The NDAP can also assist with issues that may arise with the National Disability Insurance Scheme or with Service Providers. The finder tool below will help you locate an advocate support near you.
Independent Advocacy
To find the locations and contact details of government-funded independent advocates near you, go to http://disabilityadvocacyfinder.dss.gov.au
Other Disability Advocates
Disability advocacy organisations provider support, advice and defend the rights of people with a disability. Families or individuals who have a disability may wish to contact them to gain support through a variety of concerns or pursuits that may include schooling, group homes, independent living or social supports and services. Some contacts for advocacy organisations include:
- Family Advocacy: 1800 620 588 Web. www.family-advocacy.com/ordinary-lives
- People with a Disability Australia: 1800 422 015 Web. http://pwd.org.au
- Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association: 1800 629 072 Web. http://mdaa.org.au
Carer Advocacy
- Carers NSW: 1800 242 636 Web. www.carersnsw.org.au/about-us
- Carer Gateway: 1800 422 737 Web. www.carergateway.gov.au
- COTA – Advocacy for older Australians:
Ph. 02 6154 9740 Web. www.family-advocacy.com/ordinary-lives
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