in People’s Choice round We are excited to announce that our video “Why Trust is Important” has been selected as a finalist in an International Awards “Impact” Category. The judges of the Smiley Charity Film Awards have announced DDWA’s entry as a finalist. Now…
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NDIS Where do I start?
DDWA is often asked by people and families new to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) scheme about ‘where to start?’ Explore our latest video resource featuring Maggie from DDWA, offering valuable insights into the NDIS. Discover essential tips on…
We’re Hiring: NDIS Support Coordinator
🌟 Join Our Team at DDWA as a NDIS Support Coordinator! 🌟 Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disability? DDWA is seeking a dedicated people-person like you to join…
Grief support ‘Living After Loss’ of your loved one with disability
16 February 2024: a get together event – informal, welcoming, supportive and full of shared memories, experiences and emotions. 9:30-11:30am at DDWA’s location, West Perth (City West Lotteries House). Our inaugural “Living After Loss” get-together was held late 2023. The…
WA State Disability Strategy: survey of people with disability
Please complete the survey to have your say. All people with disability are encouraged to complete the survey by 10th January 2024. To make sure it is simple to complete, the WA Government has created an Easy Read format version…
A happy new year video post to all of you, from all of us at DDWA
Happy 2024 We have a vision for people with developmental disability and their families to have the same opportunities as the rest of the community. We’re here for you all year with information, advocacy, education, training and support for people with…
Staying Safe and Getting Ready for Bad Weather
With the Australian summer well into swing, it’s time to gear up and get ready for whatever the weather might throw our way. At DDWA, we’ve just launched a brand-new webpage packed with easy-to-follow tips and resources designed especially for…
AAC – from both communication-partner and AAC user’s point of view
Are you aware that people communicate in a variety of ways. If someone has little or no speech, they may need you to be more observant and offer alternative ways to exchange messages. Violet and her mum, Janet, share their…
“How to Make Easy Read Books”
Simplify your communication materials – create clear, easy to understand materials. We’re thrilled to introduce our latest resource: the “How to Make Easy Read Books” booklet. Easy Read is a a special way to make information easier for people with intellectual…
Leticia and Allara share #MyStoryWithAAC
“I remember that day vividly. I was in the kitchen, serving dinner to my 10 year old daughter, Allara, at the kitchen table. Her friend, who was visiting, sat across the room in a bean bag watching TV – facing…
The NDIS Review: Easy Read Report
The NDIS Review is complete and the Final Report of the Independent Review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has been released. The report and its recommendations are now publically available at http://NDISReview.gov.au. Launched today by Minister for NDIS:…
New in 2024: courses in Complex Communication Needs and Positive Behaviour Support
Two new and groundbreaking post-graduate certificate courses at Curtin University are set to transform the landscape of disability support in 2024. Positive Behaviour Support: Extending Understanding, Shaping Empathy Curtin University’s graduate course in Positive Behaviour Support is an opportunity for…
#MyStoryWithAAC: Share Your AAC Story
🌟 Continuing our campaign to share! Calling all AAC Users and Supporters! 🌟 Oftentimes with AAC*, unexpected things happen while learning, using, supporting, and researching. We would like for you to share your stories. * Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)…
DDWA’s 2023 Annual General Meeting: you’re invited
Date: Thursday 30th November 2023 Location: City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi Street, West Perth Time: 6:00 pm Welcome drinks and registration 6:30 pm Annual General Meeting (AGM) starts Join us for a presentation of DDWA’s annual report…
EVENT: Living After Loss ~ a casual get-together
November 24, 2023, 9:30 am — 11:30 am. City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi Street, West Perth, WA: Conference Room. Have you cared for a loved one with developmental disability who has passed away? Whether it’s been weeks, months, or years since…
Disability Royal Commission report: Easy Read recommendations and tool kit
The Final Report for the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability was released recently and Easy Read materials have been prepared to help spread the information and encourage more people to be part of…
Share Your AAC Story: Make Your Voice Heard in AAC Awareness Month 2023!
🌟 Calling all AAC Users and Supporters! 🌟 It’s that time of the year again, where we come together to celebrate AAC Awareness Month in October 2023! This year, the theme is “Say what? Sharing your most memorable moments with…
Helping government staff provide solutions for people with communication difficulties
Helping provide solutions for people with communication difficulties is one of our key focus areas. To increase awareness of communication disability and help people who may work with people with disability we’ve run a few workshops over the course of…
The Friendship project: making and keeping friends for people with intellectual disability
The Friendship Project is a series of videos and written materials (including Easy Read) for people with intellectual disability, made by and with people with disability about making and keeping friends.
International Day of People with Disability Event Sponsorship up to $1000
Applications are now open Through a Department of Communities Grant, DDWA is offering sponsorship of up to $1000 to support organisations and groups to hold inclusive community events or activities on or around the 3rd December for International Day of…