DAS Disability Advocacy Service Central Australia

25/08/2026

See you there! :)

DAS Disability Advocacy Service Central Australia (DAS) is holding its next Peer Action Group on Thursday 27 August.

The group is for people with intellectual disability and offers a welcoming space to connect, have fun and get to know others.

📅 Thursday 27 August
⏰ 11:00am–12:00pm — with the option to stay longer
📍 Yaye's Cafe, 61 Larapinta Drive

DAS will be shouting the coffee, with board games and cards on hand for some friendly competition. There’ll also be plenty of time to sit, have a yarn and connect with others.

Whether you’re new to the group or have attended before, everyone is welcome.

For more information or support getting there, get in touch with DAS.

Free to attend. To reserve your place:
📞 08 8953 1422
📧 [email protected]

25/08/2026

🏆 THREE AWARDS. ONE INCREDIBLE TEAM.

We are incredibly proud to share that Disability Advocacy Service (DAS) has been recognised with three major awards at the 2026 Central Australia Regional Export & Business Awards:

🏆 Community and Social Services – Winner
🏆 Peak Industry Body / Association Advocate of the Year – Winner
🏆 Central Australia Regional Business of the Year – Winner

For a small, independent disability advocacy organisation based in Central Australia, this recognition means an enormous amount.

Every day, the DAS team works alongside people with disability, families and communities to make sure people are heard, included, respected and able to exercise their rights. We advocate when systems aren’t working, challenge barriers and work for lasting change across Central Australia and the Barkly.

These awards belong to our whole team. They recognise the commitment, compassion and determination our staff bring to their work every day, and the trust placed in DAS by the people and communities we serve.

Most importantly, being named Central Australia Regional Business of the Year demonstrates that disability advocacy and inclusion are not on the margins of our community; they are an important part of a strong, fair and successful Central Australia.

To everyone who has supported DAS, worked alongside us, referred someone to us, shared their experience with us or trusted us to stand beside them - thank you.

We are proud of how far DAS has come, but we are even more excited about where we are going.

Next stop: Darwin, where DAS will represent Central Australia as a finalist at the Northern Territory Export & Business Gala Awards on 23 October 2026.

💛 Three awards. One team. One purpose - ensuring people with disability have a voice and their rights are upheld.

12/08/2026

Update: We've moved (temporarily) 📍

Due to some unforeseen circumstances, DAS has relocated to 8 Gregory Terrace (directly opposite the Westpac building) while our permanent office next door is being renovated.

We also experienced some phone and email issues during this time - we're sorry for any communication difficulties this caused. Everything is now fully back up and running, so please don't hesitate to get in touch if you need us.

Thank you for your patience. 💛
The DAS Team

08/07/2026

Come and say hello to us at the Fun Run tonight :-) We'll have a chill out space set up and some snacks! See you soon :-)

Please Note: Our Event Calendar Has Been Updated.

We've made some changes to our event schedule. Please refer to the updated calendar for the most current dates and times, and share it with your family and friends.
Let's come together to celebrate culture, community, and 50 years of NAIDOC! ❤️💛🖤

02/04/2026

Autism Australia are absolutely right — schools are required to make adjustments to meet the needs of ALL children. ✅

At DAS, we believe that YOU know your child best. We know the school system, and together we can make sure your child gets the support they deserve. 💙

If you're unsure where to start or feeling overwhelmed, we're here to help guide you every step of the way.

📩 Reach out to us today — let's work together to get the right adjustments in place for your child.

02/04/2026

Today we are celebrating National Autism Awareness Day! 💙

This is a day to honor, uplift, and learn from the incredible autistic individuals in our communities. Let's go beyond awareness and embrace acceptance, understanding, and inclusion every single day.

We see you. We celebrate you. 💙

24/03/2026

Every student deserves to feel safe, included, and heard at school — and sometimes families need support to make that happen🤝

The Student Advocacy Service works alongside students and families across Central Australia to navigate school challenges and advocate for fair, inclusive outcomes.

From enrolment and participation to accessing the right supports, we’re here to help.

We help families understand their rights, strengthen their voice, and work with schools to ensure students receive the support they need.
Send us an email for more information or fill out the referral form here: https://form.typeform.com/to/aKtPKb62 😊