The Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) has acknowledged significant further amendments made to the NDIS legislation in the Senate, while warning that major concerns remain about how new powers affecting participant funding will operate in...
Vale Nick Rushworth
The Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) mourns the sudden and unexpected recent passing of Nick Rushworth. Nick was an extraordinary advocate, leader and colleague, widely respected across the disability sector. As Executive Officer of Brain...
Amplifying Australian Voices at the UN: Reflections from COSP18
By Tim Harte GAICD – Independent Director, Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) Earlier this month, I had the privilege of joining the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) delegation to the 18th Session of the Conference of...
Media Release: Federal Budget 2025–26
Federal Budget 2025–26: Disability Community Recognised in Part – But Where is our Structural Reform? Wednesday 26th March The Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO) acknowledges several important investments in this year’s Federal Budget that...
AFDO and Every Australian Counts: Partnering for Disability Advocacy
For comprehensive information on the NDIS, we encourage you to explore the Every Australian Counts (EAC) website. The Every Australian Counts (EAC) Campaign, auspiced by the Australian Federation of Disability Organisations (AFDO), is a dynamic, grass-roots movement...
Understanding the Changes to the NDIS Legislation Effective Today
As of October 3, 2024, significant legislative changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) have come into effect. These amendments aim to improve clarity, flexibility, and sustainability within the NDIS framework, ensuring that it better serves...