Joint statement – National Disability Insurance Agency, NDIS Independent Advisory Council and Disability Representative and Carer organisations’

I acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we are all meeting today and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. I pay my respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. I would like to extend that acknowledgement and respect to any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today. Thank you for invitation to speak to you today. Outcome of Disability Reform Minister’s Meeting You would all be aware of the decisions at the recent Disability Reform Ministers’ Meeting (DRMM), the main one being the decision to not proceed with independent assessments. Let...

Opening statement to JSC from Martin Hoffman, CEO of the NDIA

There has been a lot of focus on the NDIS in recent weeks. NDIS CEO Martin Hoffman has recorded a short video for participants, their families and carers, and the sector, to let you know where we are in terms of Scheme reforms and set a clear picture of what we’re working towards

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In November we released consultation papers asking for your feedback on proposed changes to some key areas of the NDIS – Access and Independent Assessments, Budgets and Planning and supporting young people through Early Childhood Early Intervention. NDIA CEO Martin Hoffman has answered some questions about planning meetings and dispels some misinformation.