Resources for Parents & Carers

As parents, you are your young person's first and most important advocate. 

An ‘advocate’ is someone who provides support to another person to help express their views and wishes. Advocating for your young person, and supporting them to learn to advocate for themselves, is important for all children but even more vital for children with a disability.

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Teaching Your Young Person About Their Rights

Practical ways you can support your young person to understand and assert their rights.

Learn more about their rights

Making the Most of Supports

When you go to a therapy session or meeting for your child's NDIS plan, it is a great chance to help them.

Get tips for before, during and after sessions

Helping your young person make a complaint

Every young person has the right to feel safe, respected, and to receive quality services.

Your guide to speaking up
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