QIDAN Annual Report
Reflecting on the 2023-2024 financial year, it is clear to us that there is a growing need for a strong and responsive disability advocacy sector. The ongoing reform triggered by the NDIS Review and the Disability Royal Commission (DRC) have created complex challenges and unprecedented change. At the same time, the reform has highlighted the valuable role of advocacy in navigating these changes and addressing the intersecting issues that continue to affect Queenslanders with disability, and QIDAN was delighted to see that the immense benefit of advocacy was repeatedly highlighted in the NDIS review and the Disability Royal Commission’s final report.
This report highlights the transformative power of both individual and systemic advocacy throughout 2023-2024. Through tireless effort, Queensland’s advocacy sector has influenced positive outcomes for individuals and communities alike. QIDAN has been at the forefront of these efforts, providing critical feedback and expert advice to governments on the far-reaching impacts of these reforms and the significant shifts within the disability ‘ecosystem.’ As the voice of advocacy across the state, we remain committed to driving reforms that truly meet the diverse needs of Queenslanders with disability.
