Resourcing Inclusive Communities

27/05/2026

“We might feel like we’re a lone voice… but connecting with other families has been really, really important.” – Linda Hughes

For 35 years, Family Advocacy has connected with families and brought them together to learn, connect and create positive social change alongside people with disability.

Join us for Stronger Together, a special two-part event on Friday 19 June and be part of shaping a more inclusive society. But hurry, as spots are filling fast!

✨ Attend the daytime workshop to hear practical insights, strengthen your advocacy knowledge and connect with other families and allies. Then join us in the evening for our 35 year anniversary dinner featuring guest speakers, reflections and a panel of respected family leaders and advocates.

Financial sponsorship is available for tickets, travel, accommodation and other reasonable expenses. Places are limited, so we encourage you to apply early.

Register now: https://bit.ly/StrongerTogetherRegistration

Together, we are stronger and together, we can continue creating change.

19/05/2026

Looking for the right employment supports for a young person with disability? Join our free webinar this June and explore practical strategies, tips and approaches to help create meaningful and authentic employment opportunities.

We’ll also unpack how to make the most of NDIS Employment Supports and why individualised approaches can lead to better long-term outcomes.

🗓️ Thursday 4 June 2026
⏰ 12:00pm to 2:00pm
💻 Online
🎟️ Free event – registrations essential

Register here: https://bit.ly/EmploymentSupportsJune2026

Please note: if you previously registered for the April session, your registration has automatically rolled over.

14/05/2026

Don't miss out on the "Imagining Home" Conference next week, 20-21 May.
There's still an option to attend via livestream.
More information in the Imagine More website https://imaginemore.org.au/the-imagining-home-conference/, and in the post below.

Imagine More's Conference is next week!
Registration for in-person attendance has closed, but there is a livestream option to participate.

🏡 The Imagining Home conference
📍 Hotel Realm Canberra
🗓 Wednesday-Thursday, 20-21 May 2026

The focus of this two-day conference will be imagining home by looking well beyond traditional group home models. Instead, we will explore typical and ordinary options for creating a home unique to each individual.

People with disability and their families can attend free of charge.

For more information and to register, visit https://imaginemore.org.au/the-imagining-home-conference/

13/05/2026

Only 5 days to go! ⏳

Join us for our Circles of Support Workshop and learn how to build meaningful connections that support a person with disability to live a full and inclusive life.

📅 18 May 2026
🕕 6pm to 8pm
💻 Online via Zoom

A Circle of Support brings people together to help someone grow, make plans, and take action towards their goals and dreams because everyone deserves a Good Life, connected to their community.

This workshop is ideal for people with disability, families, friends, and anyone who wants to play a meaningful role in building strong, supportive relationships.

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/CirclesOfSupportWorkshop2026

12/05/2026

Children and Young People with Disability Australia are conducting a survey on the under-16s social media ban.

Unfortunately, in the five months since the ban was passed, there has been very little data collected on how it has impacted the well-being, safety and inclusion of under-16s, especially children and young people with disability.

CYDA’s new national survey seeks to fill this gap. They want to hear from:
• Children with disability under 16
• Young people with disability aged 16 to 25
• Parents, family members and caregivers of disabled children under 16

The survey closes on 24 May. You can fill the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MN5RL8T

Please read CYDA's post for more information.

09/05/2026

Getting your supports right can make all the difference. Join our Getting your Supports on the Right Track online workshop and learn how to build a support team that truly works for you or your family member.

📅 26 May 2026
⏰ 10:00am to 1:00pm
📍 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free (registration essential. Register here: https://bit.ly/GettingYourSupportsRightWorkshop2026

Whether your NDIS funding is self, plan or agency managed, this practical session will help you take control and make your supports work for the life you want.

You’ll learn how to:
✔️ Find support workers who are the right fit
✔️ Write clear job outlines
✔️ Interview with purpose
✔️ Set expectations and build respectful relationships
✔️ Create service agreements that work for you
✔️ Communicate effectively with your team
✔️ Put safeguards in place

Led by experienced self-managers Annette Bush and Linda Hughes, who bring real-life insight from supporting their sons to manage their NDIS plans.

👥 For people with disability, families and supporters wanting to build a strong, effective support team.

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/GettingYourSupportsRightWorkshop2026

07/05/2026

ONLY ONE WEEK TO GO!
What does it really take to create a home of your own?

Join us for Individualised Living Conversations: Understanding Homeshare and hear from people who are actively making this a reality.

We’re bringing together incredible speakers who understand that home is about more than a roof over your head, it’s about choice, connection, and living a life that feels right for you.

✨ Wendy Francis – a national leader in Homeshare, championing connection, dignity and real human relationships
✨ Tony Cavedon – Homeshare coach with over 10 years’ experience helping people create the right living match

This session will explore how Homeshare works, what makes it successful, and how it can open up new possibilities for people with disability to live in a home of their own.

📅 14 May 2026
⏰ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Come along, learn, ask questions, and start thinking about what home could look like.

👉 Register now https://bit.ly/IndividualisedLivingConversationsMay2026

05/05/2026

Thinking about building stronger connections and support around the person with disability in your life? This workshop is a great place to start.

Circles of Support Workshop
📅 18 May 2026 | 🕕 6pm to 8pm | 💻 Online

Here’s why people are joining us:

✔️ Learn how to build a Circle of Support that creates real opportunities for connection, belonging and a Good Life
✔️ Hear real stories from families and community members putting this into action
✔️ Walk away with practical ideas you can start using straight away

We’re also joined by two incredible guest speakers:

✨ Jen Cush (Hunter Circles): sharing her experience supporting people with disability who don’t have existing networks, and how Circles can help build meaningful, lasting connections

✨ Susanna Wagner: a parent sharing her family’s journey starting a Circle for her son Luca, and how it’s supporting him to grow his micro enterprise and pursue his goals

This workshop is open to people with disability, families, friends, and anyone wanting to play a role in building stronger, more connected communities.

🎟️ Free to attend, but registration is essential
👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/CirclesOfSupportWorkshop2026