An update on needs assessments – DSC
An exploration on what’s happening with needs assessments, including a look at the NDIA’s tender for needs assessment tools.
Federal Budget & the NDIS – DSC
Exploring what the 2025-26 Federal Budget means for the disability sector.
Supporting disability inclusion with children and families – Australian Institute of Family Studies
Providing guidance on how professional programs and services can promote and implement disability inclusion in child and family programs.
What will mandatory registration look like for SIL, support coordination and platform providers? – DSC
The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission is currently consulting on the transition to mandatory registration of platform providers, Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers and support coordinators. The consultations focus on how to implement this policy and create a smooth transition. Online submissions will close this week however there will be industry forums after that.
How heatwaves can wreak havoc on your mental health – SBS
This news article explores the mental health impacts of extreme heat, highlighting increased issues like anxiety, depression, and suicidality during heatwaves. Experts say its effects need to be taken more seriously. Solutions include additional resources for frontline services and long-term measures like improved urban cooling.
Stakeholder engagement: It’s key to human rights (and compliance) – DSC
For NDIS providers, engaging people with disability in service design is the right thing to do. It’s also important from a compliance perspective and makes a good deal of business sense.
NDIS reforms aim to make the scheme fairer. But we’ve found the groups struggling to gain access – The Conversation
When the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was established in 2013, one of its driving aims was to make disability services and support systems fairer. However, our new research shows significant inequalities remain, with some groups finding it much harder than others to be deemed eligible and access a funding plan.
Caring Futures: Australian Attitudes About the Desirability of Care Work – Australian Journal of Social Issues
What’s happening with foundational supports? – DSC updated: 12 Feb 2025
Foundational supports are meant to begin rolling out later this year. DSC explores the timeline, the inter-governmental conflict, everything we know about what the supports might look like, and more.
NDIS and Cultural Competence: Inclusive Service Delivery – Blossom Community Care
This article explores the importance of cultural competence in NDIS service delivery and offers strategies for ensuring that services are accessible and respectful to all participants, regardless of their cultural background.
Read the NDIS CALD strategy