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Many people with disability, families and supporters are looking for clear information about the proposed NDIS changes.

The Government has shared a series of Easy Read resources that explain the proposed reforms and what they could mean for NDIS participants.

The resources cover topics including:

– community participation
– supports and services
– fraud and compliance
– changes to the role of the NDIS

These resources provide a simpler explanation of the proposed changes and might be helpful for understanding the discussion that is happening

You can find the Easy Read explainers here: buff.ly/mdy8WFC
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2 days ago
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Many people in our community want to speak up about the proposed NDIS changes, but are not sure where to start.

There are a few simple ways you can have your say.

You can:

– write a short submission to the Senate Committee
– contact your local MP or Senator
– sign the “Protect the NDIS” petition
– share your experiences or concerns with DSA

Your submission does not need to be long or formal.

Sharing your experiences and concerns can help decision-makers understand the real impact these changes could have on people with disability and families.

We have shared more information about ways to have your say, including links and resources that may help at the end of this update: buff.ly/xvU0RCl
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3 days ago
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We know many people in our community are worried about the proposed NDIS changes and what they could mean for people with disability and families. We share those concerns.

Following more detail about the NDIS Bill introduced to Parliament last week, the DSA Consortium has now shared our initial thoughts on the proposed changes.

We outline some of the key areas we are concerned about and will be opposing in our submission to the Senate Committee, including:

• proposed cuts to social and community participation supports
• possible caps on supports
• changes that could place more responsibility on families

Read our initial thoughts: www.downsyndrome.org.au/blog/2026/05/22/ndis-bill-our-initial-thoughts-and-how-to-have-your-say/
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3 days ago
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