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For Adelaide NDIS participant Jacob, trains aren’t just a passion, they are now his career. At 24, Jacob has reached his dream of becoming a train driver. His journey reflects years of hard work, determination, and the right supports.

This year’s International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD) focus is on how we can celebrate diversity and strive for inclusion through the removal of barriers for people with disability within the community. Watch this video, featuring NDIS participants telling us about how we can change attitudes, celebrate diversity and embrace equality.

Queensland NDIS participant Elise has achieved her biggest goal, earning her Certificate III in hospitality. Now the 35-year-old, who has an intellectual disability and autism, is keen to find meaningful work in a field she’s passionate about.

Camperdown local Andrew, 60, knows life can change in an instant. Once a busy shop manager and support worker, an unforeseen rare condition reshaped his world. Grateful to live in Australia, able to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for support, Andrew said it’s given him and wife Nerida renewed hope.