Disability Rights and Culture

02/06/2026

Real change happens when people organise together.

That's why the Disability Movement is asking Deaf and Disabled Victorians and their allies to help shape our draft election platform.

The platform sets out what together we will be demanding from political parties and candidates, but the bigger goal is to collectively fight for our community together.

We're organising for long-term change, stronger communities, and a future where Disabled people have real power in decisions that affect our lives.

Read the draft, share your ideas, challenge what we've missed, and help build a platform that reflects the experiences and priorities of Disabled people across Victoria.

📖 Read the draft platform

LINK: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19be6Ht3GQVfRCQsey8w3-pVDMPFNcSRwpIhdEQuAfiM/edit?usp=sharing

📝 Complete the survey (at the bottom of the draft) or send feedback to: [email protected]

Alt text: Illustrated promotional graphic for the Disability Movement. The background is dark blue with a cartoon-style person waving and a speech bubble above them. Large text reads: “Your Campaign. Your Voice.” with the word “Voice” highlighted in green. Below, a text box reads: “Help shape the Disability Movement’s state Election Platform and make sure it’s for all Disabled Victorians.” A call-to-action box at the bottom reads: “Read our draft and fill in the survey or send an email to [email protected]”.The graphic encourages people to provide feedback on the Disability Movement’s draft state

20/05/2026

Disability Pride Celebration is on 31 July 2-5pm at Trades Hall Carlton (and online!)

Book your FREE ticket now via: https://drc.org.au/

We'll have exciting performances, games and prizes, and a chance to connect and celebrate with the community.

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If you have any questions, please email us: [email protected]

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12/05/2026

This is disability pride.

On Saturday, DRC joined activists and advocates across the nation to protest against the cuts to the NDIS. Tonight the government will hand down a budget that is set to greatly affect the lives of disabled people. Our demands are that no one is to be left behind and no changes should be made to the NDIS without the leadership and expertise of disabled people.

08/05/2026

04/05/2026

Join us here this Saturday!

04/05/2026

The NDIS changes are a lot to take in.

You might be feeling overwhelmed, angry, scared, or just, in shock.

We don’t have all the answers yet.

But, you are not alone.

Stay connected.
Talk to others.

If you need a space to debrief in solidarity, you can find the Belong community on our DRC website.

Belong is a radically inclusive community, created for and by disabled people.

30/04/2026

Excellent cartoon by James Hillier in light of the NDIS news.

Image description:
A two-panel meme template. The top panel shows two large red buttons or switches mounted on a gray surface: Cut 160,000 people off the NDIS vs Make Gas Giants pay their fair share
The second panel is a drawing of Anthony Albanese wiping sweat from his brow, apparently having trouble choosing...

17/04/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of David Brant.

David was a valued colleague, campaigner and long-serving DRC Board Member.

If you would like to pay your respects, there is a service tomorrow Saturday 18th of April.

The location is: Westbeach Pavilion 330A Beaconsfield Parade, St Kilda West.
The service will start at 12:30pm.

Image description:
A picture of David smiling, with the details written in the post copy above. Celebration of life for David Brant.

11/04/2026

Jarrod shares a time when someone did not 'Assume Competence'

DRC is asking for your stories.

Do you feel comfortable filming a video for our Assume Competence campaign?

Please note this is a paid opportunity. We have a small budget, but can offer a $50 voucher.

We’re inviting disabled community members (and allies) to help us build a short video series, calling on the wider community to Assume Competence.

What we’re asking for:
- A short video that clearly asks the wider community to 'Assume Competence'
- One practical example of what that looks like, for example:
give more time, talk to me not about me, offer AAC, ask what works, don’t speak over me

Please email Jarrod at his DRC email: [email protected]

Or, send us a confidential message here.

Video description: Jarrod stares directly into the camera as he recounts his story, he is wearing a black hat, a black t-shirt and glasses with a dark frame.