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DANA endorses joint Foundational Supports submission with DROs

DANA endorses joint Foundational Supports submission with DROs

In a joint submission coordinated by DANA in its role as the National Coordination Function, Disability Representative Organisations (DROs) have come together to advocate for critical imrpovements to foundational supports for people with disability.At the heart of...

DANA’s Contribution to the National Carer Strategy

DANA’s Contribution to the National Carer Strategy

Earlier this year, DANA was commissioned by the Department of Social Services (DSS) to conduct specialist consultations for the National Carer Strategy. Working alongside Disability Representative Organisations, we engaged with First Nations carers with disability,...

New Submission: Consultation on Foundational Supports

New Submission: Consultation on Foundational Supports

DANA recently made a submission to the consultation on Foundational Supports. The introduction of Foundational Supports, as recommended in the 2023 NDIS Review, aims to create a stronger, more cohesive system of support for people with disability. These supports are...

A message from our CEO, Jeff Smith, announcing new funding

A message from our CEO, Jeff Smith, announcing new funding

Thursday 12 December, 2024 I am very pleased to share with you that today, the Federal Government made a series of funding announcements for a number of projects led by disability organisations and partnerships, including DANA. DANA, together with our partners...