What is self advocacy?

Self-advocacy means speaking up for yourself to ensure your needs, identity, and rights are respected. If you’re autistic, neurodivergent, and LGBTIQA+, self-advocacy is about making sure that people, including NDIS providers, understand and support both parts of who you are.

Why Does Self-Advocacy Matter?

People may not understand your needs unless you tell them

You might face challenges like ableism, homophobia, transphobia, or a lack of awareness about neurodiversity

Speaking up helps you get the right support and accommodations

The NDIS is designed to help people with disabilities access support, but not all providers automatically understand neurodivergence and LGBTIQA+ identities. Self-advocacy helps ensure your NDIS plan, providers, and supports align with your needs.