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WWDA is run by and for women, girls and gender-diverse people with disabilities across Australia.
AUSTRALIA
Joined August 2014
Women’s Budget 2025: Progress made, more needed! 🚨. Read the full budget response from the National Women's Alliances here:
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WWDA, WWDACT & WDV have endorsed WWDA's 2025 Election Platform & Budget Response! Read more:
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WWDA, WWDACT & WDV have endorsed WWDA's 2025 Election Platform & Budget Response! Read more here:
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WWDA's take on the 2025-26 Federal Budget: .✅ Progress in women's health .��� Gaps in support for women with disabilities . Read more of our statement here: #FederalBudget #FederalBudget2025
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The Department of Social Services has opened public consultation on the National Principles for the Regulation of Assistance Animals. Have your say and help to shape national policy! .Consultation closes on 1 June 2025. Learn more: . #DisabilityRights
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Whether at home, work, a medical clinic or in everyday life, you deserve to be treated equally and fairly. Our Site can help you speak up for your rights, with its 'Standing Up for Your Rights' webpage. Find out more with Our Site:
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The Department of Social Services is looking for people with disability to join the NDIS Reform Advisory Committee! Find out more, including how to apply: Applications close Monday 24 March 2025 at 11:59pm.
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Happy 30th birthday WWDA! 🎉 . We're so proud of WWDA's 3 decades of operation, progress and achievement, that we're going to celebrate being 30 all year! Watch this space as we celebrate WWDA's advocacy, history and people - including CSW69, which starts today!. #30YearsOfWWDA
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True leadership is about including everyone. When we recognise and value different strengths, experiences, and perspectives, we create more inclusive communities where all voices matter. Learn more with WWDA's LEAD Toolkit, only on the WWDA website:
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Last year, we worked with Jean Hailes to create Easy Read factsheets about visiting the doctor, and women's health professionals you might need. "When you go to the doctor" factsheet: "Your women's health care team" factsheet:
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The NDIA has released the latest NDIS Quarterly Report. The report provides key insights into participant outcomes, recent changes and community updates. It is an important tool for our continued advocacy for an equitable NDIS. Read the full report:
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'It's Doctor Time!' is a new campaign to encourage more people with intellectual disabilities to see their GP for a yearly health check. Find out more: #ItsDoctorTime #HealthChecks
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WWDA is proud to share a submission in response to the Independent Review of NDIS Art and Music Therapy Supports. The letter details evidence of the benefits of these therapies for people with disability including WWDA member feedback. Read more:
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On World Day of Social Justice, advocates and change makers reflect on and recognise discrimination, social exclusion and human rights violations around the world, It's a reminder that it's up to us to make sure that everyone can be included. Nothing about us without us!
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Earlier this month, WWDA's CEO Sophie Cusworth, attended the UN Women Australia's 2025 International Women's Day Parliamentary Breakfast! WWDA is excited to be part of these important discussions, particularly as we approach International Women's Day and WWDA's 30th anniversary.
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Our Site has a range of resources about your right to take part in all levels of education and get the support you need. Explore learning, schools, higher education and support with Our Site, a resource made by and for people with disability. See more:
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WWDA is advocating for a fairer NDIS!. We call for a gender-responsive, human rights-based approach to needs assessments that reflects the varied experiences of women & gender-diverse people with disabilities. Read more in our position statement here:
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Happy Valentine's Day from your secret admirers at WWDA Youth (@wwda_youth)! We're wishing everyone a day full of love and support, why don't you share the love with one of our valentine's notes? . #ValentinesDay
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Today is the first day of Ochre Ribbon Week. People with disability, especially First Nations women with disability, are more likely to experience violence. If you need support, you can contact any of these helplines at any time: . #OchreRibbonWeek
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WWDA has released a statement about the potential class action against Pfizer, for allegations of harm caused by Depo-Provera. Read the full statement and find out more about the class action here: .#DepoProvera
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