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Participate Australia

Locality: Croydon, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9799 4333

Address: 113 Edwin St North 2132 Croydon, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.participateaustralia.com.au/

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19.02.2022 Disability pride Festival is coming soon! Book your tickets to go to this great event! https://www.facebook.com/innerwestdisabilitypride

11.02.2022 Are you looking for something fun and interesting to do during the day? Why not join our Participate Australia for our Day Options Program that runs every weekday from 9am! Join us for Zumba or fitness fun , cooking and baking , movies or bowling , and heaps of other fun, all inclusive activities! To find out more just call us on 0412 594 268 or email us at [email protected]. Hope to see you soon.

09.02.2022 Croydon Social Club is back in full swing and Participate Australia is running another weekend of fun filled, all inclusive group activities. This week we will be exploring the trendy suburb of Newtown, going to the Open Air Cinema to see a movie , enjoying music at a funky cocktail bar and the Zoo ! So if you want to join us it's easy!!! Just call us on 02 9799 4333 or email us at [email protected]. Hope to see you soon!!!

04.02.2022 We have a range for creative, engaging and important skills for life that you can learn, practice or improve your current skills by joining the Skills for Life Program. T his term we are doing creative writing and story telling to improve your writing and communication skills, welling and relaxation to help you stay calm and manage stress, computer skills to help you navigate the online world, art skills to help you develop your creative skills, as well as courses to improve your cooking and dinner club so that you can combine them all in one course to improve social skills. Talk to us about how these courses can support your NDIS goals. So call for a chat on 9799 4333 or email us at [email protected].

26.01.2022 Participate Australia is running a range of fun filled, all inclusive group activities. This week we will be exploring Sydney, going to the movies , enjoying music and the museum ! So if you want to join us it's easy!!! Just call us on 02 9799 4333 or email us at [email protected]. Hope to see you soon!!!

25.01.2022 6 of our participants are headed to Geelong this weekend for VALID's Having A Say Conference - there's still time to donate to their cause! https://www.mycause.com.au//help-us-attend-having-a-say-20

25.01.2022 What's better than Sunday brunch in Newtown! Our participants get to a lot of cool spots and this is just one!

25.01.2022 Our participants are having a blast in Geelong at Having A Say Conference 2020!

24.01.2022 Enter the extraordinary world of virtual reality with us next week, with thanks to the Telstra Foundation! Speak to your support facilitator to take part! reacts only!

23.01.2022 Are you our next Margot Robbie, Ronny Chieng or Angus Thompson? Embrace the inner actor you were born to be and join our Drama Club! Participants will wow the Participate Australia community with a live performance this April! With thanks to generous support from Canada Bay Club

23.01.2022 Adrian's flying into a new week with Participate Australia!

21.01.2022 Participants enjoyed a lovely visit to Cirque du Soleil's new Kurios production at Moore Park over the weekend.

20.01.2022 Vivid Sydney 2019 is nearly here, and if you're after an accessible and inclusive space to take in some of the fun look no further than the Tumbalong Lights!

20.01.2022 The NSW Government is in the process of creating the NSW Ageing and Disability Commission, to help ensure adults with disability feel safe, respected and dignified in their home and in the community. The NSW Government is currently seeking feedback through the form of a short 10 minute survey. If you'd like to complete the survey follow the link to have your say! If you're a participant at Participate Australia and would like support to complete this survey please speak to your support facilitator. https://www.research.net/r/NSW_Ageing_Disability_Commission

18.01.2022 From fishing to helicopter rides, there's never a dull week at Participate Australia. Want to learn more and join our community? Give us a call on 9799 4333 or email us at [email protected]

17.01.2022 Want to know what's happening at Participate Australia from now until July? We've got a handy guide with all our scheduled activities available here! https://www.participateaustralia.com.au//20/04/2019.T2.pdf

16.01.2022 Participate Australia Covid-19 Update (Latest update - Monday 20th April 2020) Participate Australia is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation as it develops, and we are dedicated to implementing solutions in line with official Government advice.... The health and safety of all Participate Australia participants, their families, office staff, support workers and our wider community is our highest priority. As such we regret that at this time that no access to any Participate Australia facility is possible, until further notice. In addition, all group activities at Participate Australia are suspended until further notice, pending official Government advice. Individual Support activities are still continuing at Participate Australia, however we are unable to facilitate any individual support, meetings or any other non-essential activities in any Participate Australia facility. All Individual Supports provided must be in accordance with the latest Government advice, available at https://www.australia.gov.au/ We encourage the entire Participate Australia community to please look after each other, wash your hands frequently, and practice social distancing. Should you wish to contact Participate Australia please call Thom Calma on 0421 744 708 or Luke Leonard on 0435 820 021.

16.01.2022 In February a group of 6 participants will be attending VALID's Having A Say Conference in Geelong, and they'd love your help to get there! Having A Say is Australia's largest conference for people with a disability!

15.01.2022 Participate Australia is committed to helping people with a disability to learn about sexuality. This video is a great resource. Participate Australia frequently runs Sexuality and Relationships Life Skills courses. If you're not a participant with Participate Australia and you'd like to know more you can contact our Intake team on 02 9799 4333. If you're already a participant with Participate Australia contact your Support Facilitator to find out more.

15.01.2022 Here's a great guide for making events accessible to people with a disability.

15.01.2022 This is a great resource from DARU, the Victorian Disability Advocacy Research Unit. Have a look at it and share it please! http://www.daru.org.au///01/Disability-Inclusion-Final.pdf

14.01.2022 Our January program is up and away - and so are our participants! We are out and about in a COVID safe way, always. Thanks for a great day Barangaroo Reserve

13.01.2022 A huge thank you to everyone who participated in, and donated to The Amazing Chase 2019. With your help we've raised over $22,000 to support our vital work, supporting people living with a disability to learn new skills and achieve more independence. While the race is over, there's still 5 days left to donate to The Amazing Chase 2019. No amount too small!... https://theamazingchase.gofundraise.com.au/

11.01.2022 The Amazing Chase is taking place this Saturday. Help us reach $20,000 by making a donation if you can. The Miracle Workers - a team comprising four of our very own support workers - just joined this afternoon and need a boost. Help them if you can! https://theamazingchase.gofundraise.com.au/p/MiracleWorkers

11.01.2022 The Stepping Into Internship program provides paid internship opportunities to university students with a disability with roles in leading Australian businesses. The program is an initiative of Australian Network on Disability and you can find out more information at the link below!

11.01.2022 The Support Coordination team at Participate Australia has opened a NEW HUB located in the NSW Blue Mountains! We have a dedicated Support Coordinator located within the Nepean / Blue Mountains local government area to meet your needs. So, if you live in Nepean, Blue Mountains or Lithgow and need to meet with one of our highly trained support coordination team, you will be able to meet them in a convenient location situated within the local area. ... Want to know more? Email us at [email protected] or call on 0401 101 529.

11.01.2022 Participants of the Cooking Club hosted by the very amazing Stephanie Azar, Executive Chef of Canterbury League Club, prepared a three-course graduation dinner for family and friends, attended by Chairman of the Board, George Coorey, GM of Food and Beverage, Wayne Nolland and Chef Nathan. This is SUCH a great example of a partnership enabling the achievement of aspirations of young people living with disability. Thank you!... #CanterburyLeagueClub #Canterbury_LC https://canterbury.com.au/

10.01.2022 The federal government is establishing a royal commission into violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with a disability and they want your help to establish the terms of reference. Click on the link below to have your say. The survey is open until March 28th, and support is available if you need it.

10.01.2022 Exciting news from Participate Australia We're now offering virtual classes! Flick through this gallery and find your new favourite activity today! Not confident with using Zoom? Let us know when you're booking and we'll help you become a pro in no time. ... Secure your spot by emailing [email protected] now!

10.01.2022 This is good news, especially as the funding participants receive will be increased in parallel. Great!!

08.01.2022 No stopping us! We are socially distancing but we're not distant from a great time. Here are our participants getting out and amongst it at Calyx and The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. Have you ever seen the Sydney Opera House from this angle? It's one of the best kept secrets in our city and well worth a visit.

08.01.2022 The Amazing Chase 2019 is less than a month away! Head here for more information, and to donate. All money raised will go towards supporting the vital services Participate Australia provides to people living with a disability in the Inner West.

07.01.2022 Our 2018-19 Annual Report is live now on our website if you'd like to

07.01.2022 Many people with disability find public transport difficult to access... this is a huge barrier to their participation in work, recreation and other activities that non-disabled people take for granted." Look out for the Fearless Express at this year's Mardi Gras

06.01.2022 We're back from the break and excited for 2020!We're back from the break and excited for 2020!

06.01.2022 Want to flex your activist this weekend? The #StandByMe rally is this Sunday in Martin Place, sounding the alarm in favour of secure disability advocacy funding.

06.01.2022 Did you know? We can make a plan just for you! If you have been funded for support coordination under the NDIS, our large and diverse Support Co-ordination team can help. We create plans including a wide range of services, all centred on individual needs and goals. It could be anything, from connecting with the right service providers to rehabilitation, getting a drivers’ licence or exploring housing options. ... We give completely independent advice on the best way forward. A referral is not required. Step one is to give us a call on 02 9799 4333 or send an email on [email protected]

05.01.2022 Under 48 hours until The Amazing Chase 2019 and we've passed 75% of our fundraising goal! There's still plenty of time to donate and help us reach our $20,000 goal! Thanks to everyone who has already donated! https://theamazingchase.gofundraise.com.au

05.01.2022 Thanks for the lovely article Canterbury Leagues Club! Our participants are very excited to be learning cooking skills twice this year with you!

04.01.2022 Nothing Compares 2 U... RSVPing to our Valentine's Disco!

04.01.2022 Last chance We're still taking RSVPs for our Valentine's Disco on Friday night, but you have to be quick if you want to dance the night away!

04.01.2022 Having a positive outlook on things doesn't solve our problems, it makes it easier to deal with them. Remember to give good feedback when you've experienced something satisfying, because most people don't forget to complain when something didn't quite work out the way they expected. Picture credit: anon.

03.01.2022 POSITION VACANCY: Chief Operating Officer Participate Australia is currently seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer who will report directly to our CEO. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and the Executive Team to develop and execute the organisational strategy and business planning processes necessary to realise the implementation of our strategy and vision. You will oversee the organisations operational objectives with continuous improvement of organisational efficiency and effectiveness. For further information please contact Jerry McNamara on 02 9799 4333

02.01.2022 Happy holidays from all of us at Participate Australia. Our office is closed from Monday 23rd December to Sunday 5th January. If you require support throughout this period please contact On Call on 0434 126 294. We'll see you next year!

02.01.2022 Our self-advocates are almost halfway toward their fundraising goal for VALID's Having A Say Conference in February. Let's help them over the line!