Family Advocacy

Know your rights

There is a range of International, National and State legislation and conventions that relate to people with disability and their right to equal access to education.

In this article Kathie offers advice around the benefits of looking at a person with disability strengths rather than focus on what they can't, in doing so a person with disability is far more likely to succeed.

Education options in NSW

Within New South Wales (NSW) there are State (public) schools, Catholic Schools and independent schools. Whichever school you decide is best for your son or daughter, there will be funding and support available to include students with disability in the regular class.

Building good relationships with the school

Importance of right relationship - A good first introduction to the school and principalWhen meeting with the principal and school it is important to be prepared and know what you want. Having a clear vision for your child that you can share with others can help in this process.

Family Business VS School Business

This chart is helpful for families to work in right relationship with their child's school. It can help outline whose role is what in a school environment and help with your advocacy skills when trying to achieve a positive education for a child with disability.

Family involvement in meetings, planning and decision making

Family involvement in planning and decision making is important because families know their child best. Family input is instrumental in making sure that the student receives appropriate support, and that necessary changes are made so they can be fully included in the classroom.

Smooth transitions - in primary and high school

Once your child is enrolled, the transition process will begin. Careful planning and thinking will help to ensure a smooth transition for your child.

Using funding supports effectively

It is important for families to be involved in considerations about support and, where necessary, the process of applying for funding support and using it effectively

You know your family member best and will be able to provide valuable insights that will make it more likely that your child will receive...

Conversations for Collaboration - an Introduction (Tuesday morning)

Our Conversations for Collaboration website is now live! This resource sets out how parents of children with disability and teachers can talk, meet and collaborate. In this webinar, we will introduce you to the main features, modules and resources of the website.

Vulnerability in Adult Home Sharing Situations for Persons with Disabilities

This paper central purpose is to highlight some of the more likely vulnerabilities that may be present for the people who find themselves resident in supported adult home sharing living situations.

We work with families in NSW to defend and promote the rights and interests of people with developmental disability

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Know your rights

Start with Strengths

Education options in NSW

Building good relationships with the school

Family Business VS School Business

Family involvement in meetings, planning and decision making

Smooth transitions - in primary and high school

Using funding supports effectively

Conversations for Collaboration - an Introduction (Tuesday morning)

Vulnerability in Adult Home Sharing Situations for Persons with Disabilities