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Emotional & advocacy support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability

20 November 2020
Safety and Wellbeing
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The Disability Royal Commission’s public hearing from 23 November will explore the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability.

The Disability Royal Commission’s public hearing from 23 November will explore the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability and their families in contact with child protection systems. 

Some people will have never shared their story or reached out for support before. 

Support is available through 68 providers across Australia, including Indigenous-run organisations in Western Australia, South Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland; and Indigenous Community Advocates are also available in identified communities. 

To get support or find out more, call the National Counselling and Referral Service on 1800 421 468 or visit Disability counselling and advocacy support.