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First Peoples Disability Network Australia is the national representative org of and for First Peoples with disability. linktr.ee/fpdn

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AAC Awareness Month 2024 carries the theme: “Vibes of AAC: Check it Out!”Whether people are discovering and adapting to AAC devices for the first time or supporting someone who uses AAC, they can expect to encounter unique moments that deserve recognition and sharing.

AAC Awareness Month 2024 carries the theme: “Vibes of AAC: Check it Out!”Whether people are discovering and adapting to AAC devices for the first time or supporting someone who uses AAC, they can expect to encounter unique moments that deserve recognition and sharing.
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ADHD Awareness Month’s goal is to provide reliable information and resources to help people thrive with ADHD. Awareness is Key! We encourage the ADHD community to increase awareness and understanding by sharing ADHD information and supports with all who could benefit.

ADHD Awareness Month’s goal is to provide reliable information and resources to help people thrive with ADHD. Awareness is Key! We encourage the ADHD community to increase awareness and understanding by sharing ADHD information and supports with all who could benefit.
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World Mental Health 2024's theme is “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace” and we couldn't think of a better time to refresh mental health in your workplace for a healthier and happier work environment.

World Mental Health 2024's theme is “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace” and we couldn't think of a better time to refresh mental health in your workplace for a healthier and happier work environment.
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14% of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population are carers, compared to 10.5% of the non-Indigenous Australian population*.

14% of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population are carers, compared to 10.5% of the non-Indigenous Australian population*.
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If you a First Nations Person with a disability and are looking for Advocacy support, or would like to know more about our Advocacy Program, please contact us at: Phone: 1800 006 455 Email: [email protected] Address: PO Box 20048 World Square NSW 2002

If you a First Nations Person with a disability and are looking for Advocacy support, or would like to know more about our Advocacy Program, please contact us at:

Phone: 1800 006 455

Email: advocacy@fpdn.org.au

Address: PO Box 20048 World Square NSW 2002
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We will be holding a stall at the 2025 Yabun Festival this Sunday January 26th from 10am – 6pm Victoria Park, Sydney. Yabun is a free event that features live music, bustling stalls, children’s activities, and cultural performances and more. #yabun

We will be holding a stall at the 2025 Yabun Festival this Sunday January 26th from 10am – 6pm Victoria Park, Sydney.

Yabun is a free event that features live music, bustling stalls, children’s activities, and cultural performances and more.

#yabun
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This year's Yabun Festival was not only an opportunity for our team to meet old and new friends and connect with family members but it was also a chance to be a part of a community that prides itself on self-determination, truth-telling and healing. #yabun

This year's Yabun Festival was not only an opportunity for our team to meet old and new friends and connect with family members but it was also a chance to be a part of a community that prides itself on self-determination, truth-telling and healing.

#yabun
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Despite living with limb deficiency, Clarence has excelled in wheelchair basketball and made the courageous decision to study in the United States. His story is a powerful reminder that resilience and determination can break through any barrier: fpdn.org.au/event/physical…

Despite living with limb deficiency, Clarence has excelled in wheelchair basketball and made the courageous decision to study in the United States. His story is a powerful reminder that resilience and determination can break through any barrier: fpdn.org.au/event/physical…
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In this episode, FPDN CEO Damian Griffis yarns about the history of FPDN as an organisation and FPDN Advocate and Yarning Disability host Bernard Namok shares his own disability. Access the full episode: loom.ly/B6N_tUI Download the transcript: loom.ly/nfethNU

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It's Ochre Ribbon Week (12-19 February) and this is an Aboriginal-led campaign to raise awareness of the devastating impacts of family violence in Aboriginal communities and a call for action to end the violence. Get involved: loom.ly/mWoZqx4

It's Ochre Ribbon Week (12-19 February) and this is an Aboriginal-led campaign to raise awareness of the devastating impacts of family violence in Aboriginal communities and a call for action to end the violence.

Get involved: loom.ly/mWoZqx4
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Here are six documentaries you can watch that feature d/Deaf and disabled First Nations representation. Access the list here: loom.ly/ceavBfM

Here are six documentaries you can watch that feature d/Deaf and disabled First Nations representation. 

Access the list here: loom.ly/ceavBfM
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Today is the Anniversary of the National Apology. As you will read from the finding of the report, not a lot has changed in 27 years following the The Bringing Them Home Report. Download: cdn.healingfoundation.org.au/app/uploads/20…

Today is the Anniversary of the National Apology. As you will read from the finding of the report, not a lot has changed in 27 years following the The Bringing Them Home Report.

Download: cdn.healingfoundation.org.au/app/uploads/20…
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In this episode First Nations mother Katrina McKechnie yarns about her journey as a single mother of children with disabilities living in Woolgoolga in NSW. Access the full episode: loom.ly/zY_TJhc Download the transcript: loom.ly/zf7YsJw

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In this episode, Gomoroi and Tattoo Artist Mat Fink ‘Spicy Brain’ yarns about his recent diagnosis of adult ADHD and Autism. Access the full episode: loom.ly/taUw5Hk Download Transcript: loom.ly/IfwQmMs

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In this episode, Renay Barker-Mulholland, a proud disabled, Biripi / Dungutti woman, yarns about her dedication to family and the fight for disability justice. Access The Full Episode:: loom.ly/MvR0nUg Download Transcript: loom.ly/hurDfMU

In this episode, Renay Barker-Mulholland, a proud disabled, Biripi / Dungutti woman, yarns about her dedication to family and the fight for disability justice.

Access The Full Episode:: loom.ly/MvR0nUg

Download Transcript: loom.ly/hurDfMU
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A new government. A renewed commitment needed. First Nations people with disability must be at the heart of national reform. Nothing about us, without us. Read our statement → fpdn.org.au/media-release-… #FirstPeoplesDisability #DisabilityJustice #ClosingTheGap #Election2025

A new government. A renewed commitment needed.
 
First Nations people with disability must be at the heart of national reform. Nothing about us, without us.
 
Read our statement → fpdn.org.au/media-release-…
 
#FirstPeoplesDisability #DisabilityJustice #ClosingTheGap #Election2025
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"Our communities are anticipating great change with this government, and our expectations are clear – self-determination is the key to progress," he said on Tuesday. Access article here: nit.com.au/06-05-2025/177…

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We’re proud to spotlight our incredible partners at Mob4Mob - a trailblazer in cultural safety and inclusion within the disability sector. Read the full story: fpdn.org.au/our-partnershi…

We’re proud to spotlight our incredible partners at Mob4Mob - a trailblazer in cultural safety and inclusion within the disability sector.

Read the full story: fpdn.org.au/our-partnershi…