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
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...
A ten-year roadmap: The Not-for-Profit Sector Development Blueprint
DANA welcomes the delivery of the Not-for-Profit (NFP) Sector Development Blueprint, a 10-year roadmap for strengthening Australia’s NFP sector. DANA looks forward to working collaboratively with the Federal Government and the wider parliament to ensure the...
2024 International Day of People with Disability
Issues paper on foundational supports and disability advocacy
You can now read this Issues paper by DANA about disability advocacy and foundational supports, outlining some of the current issues, challenges and unresolved questions for our members to consider, reflect on and provide feedback.
Government Releases NDIS Support Lists
Late yesterday, the Government published the first set of lists detailing what will and will not be classified as 'NDIS Support' under the new legislation, which will come into effect tomorrow (3rd October). We, along with other Disability Representative...