Integrated DisAbility Action Inc - IdA

Just over a week until the Be Inclusive Games will be back at Palmerston Rec Centre! Tues Sept 24th, 9am-1pm - we look forward to seeing you there for some All Abilities fun & games! :)

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This is an amazing discussion on neuroscience that explains the neuroscience behind affects of colinization, nutrician and epigenetic inheritance and intergenerational trauma. Some is it is a bit silly but well explained

Scientists Discuss Epigenetics & Generational Trauma Was Lamarckian evolution actually right? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly learn about the new field of epigenetics and how the l...

If you are planning an event or activity for IDPwD this year, you can use our logo to create your promotional materials.

Our Logo Guidelines provides advice on using the IDPwD logo, our colour palette and answer some frequently asked questions.

Check it out at www.idpwd.com.au/resources/logo

Advocacy might seem like a big word, but every time you speak up for your child with a disability, that's exactly what you're doing. ⁠
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Join us for an interactive Introduction to Advocacy Workshop that:⁠
🔸Breaks down the different types of advocacy⁠
🔸Shares practical strategies and communication techniques for different settings⁠
🔸Equips you with the tools and confidence to advocate effectively for your child.⁠
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📅 Tue 17 Sep ⁠
🕒 7:30 pm AEST / NSW Time⁠
✏️Register via https://events.humanitix.com/advocacy2008⁠⁠⁠

What does a Dementia-Friendly Community look like to you?

Ahead of Dementia Action Week next week we asked Dementia Advocates to share their thoughts…

“Be more accessible and accepting from the ground-up." – Dennis, living with dementia.

“It would mean freedom to live.” - Anthony, living with dementia.

What does a Dementia Friendly Community look like to you? Let us know in the comments below ahead of Dementia Action Week next week, 16-22 September.️

Come visit us Katherine!! We are waiting for you at the Y!

Come see us at the DisAbility Action Inc - IdA - All Abilities Expo in Katherine tomorrow. We will have a stall and it's a chance for you to meet our local team.

Event details: Tuesday 10th September from 11am - 2pm.
Location: Katherine YMCA | Lot 2525 Stuart Hwy

This is a FREE event.

We'd like to give a big shout out to the family, friends and carers who have, over the years, supported Australia's Paralympians. These incredible athletes inspire us, as do the carers that've helped them achieve such success in Paris this month.
Australian Paralympic Team

We would like to congratulate Jinson Charls as the new Minister for Disability and we look forward to working with him.

Tomorrow marks World Su***de Prevention Day - an important day to reflect on community, connection and the importance of relationships in our lives.

"The triennial theme for World Su***de Prevention Day for 2024-2026 is "Changing the Narrative on Su***de" with the call to action "Start the Conversation"."

World Su***de Prevention Day 2024 Su***de is a major public health challenge, with more than 700 000 deaths each year globally. Each su***de has far-reaching social, emotional, and economic consequences, and deeply affects individuals and communities worldwide.

Looking for a Companion Card near you?

NT: https://ntcompanioncard.org.au
NSW: https://www.nsw.gov.au/community-services/companion-card
QLD: https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card
VIC: https://www.companioncard.vic.gov.au
SA: https://nds.org.au/resources/all-resources/companion-card-sa
WA: https://www.wacompanioncard.org.au
TAS: https://www.companioncard.tas.gov.au

Applications are now open for the role of Chief Executive Officer. This role will lead our mission to advance the rights of women, girls and gender-diverse people with disabilities across Australia.

Position: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Remote (Work from Home)
Apply Now: https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/WWDA/chief-executive-officer-remote-work-from-home

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📌Keeping your community safe and healthy is everyone’s responsibility!
The Australian Red Cross NT is offering FREE health education sessions in your area on breast, cervical, and bowel cancer screening. Sessions are available in English, Hindi, French, Thai, German, and Nepali.
If you would like to book an education session for your community, please contact our friendly educators at 0457 549 806 or [email protected].

All Abilities Expo - Proudly Developed by IdA Founded by the Northern Territory peak body for people with disability, the All Abilities Expo is a FREE, unique and interactive event that connects people with disabilities, carers, guardians, and families with disability service providers, community services, business, industry, and government. Th...

Are you heading to Integrated DisAbility Action Inc - IdA's Katherine All Abilities Expo 2024 on Tuesday 10th? Be sure to stop by the Step Out table for FREE entry into our raffle.

This beautiful hamper is up for grabs and includes lots of goodies! 🍫🍬🛁🧴

🔑 Did you know we provide free Master Locksmith Access Keys (MLAK) to residents with access needs?

These keys allow access to our liberty swings, changing facilities, and the Peter Mahony Fishing Platform 🎣

To get a set of keys, just fill out our online application form and pick up your keys from customer service at the Civic Centre! 👍

To apply, visit darwin.nt.gov.au/community/programs/disability-access/master-locksmiths-access-key-mlak-application-form

Our members have alot to say. Well done Christina!

Vast distances, extra costs and rorting – the hurdles facing NDIS participants in remote Australia The challenges of accessing the NDIS can be extreme for those living in remote and regional areas, where the scheme is hardest to access, but can have an enormous impact.

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