Voice for Choice

29/05/2026

Big thanks to Gippy Automotive Services this week. They supported a young male with disabilities to navigate the repair of their car. Excellent communication and advocacy. They are a unique local business supporting our disability community through values of respect and access and equity. 💜

26/05/2026

Today, on National Sorry Day, we remember and acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who were forcibly removed from their families, communities and cultures - now known as the Stolen Generations.

Blue Knot acknowledges the strength and resilience of Stolen Generations Survivors and recognises the enduring impacts on survivors, their families and communities. We all have a role to play in supporting truth-telling, healing, justice and reconciliation.

To learn how you can support Stolen Generations survivors this National Sorry Day, visit: https://bit.ly/4dyK172

19/05/2026

I rarely ask for recognition of my work, but being formally valued for my commitment to disability advocacy would be rewarding.
Check out the nomination process.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Victorian Disability Awards.

Do you know a person, group or organisations that:

➡️ makes everyday activities easier and more accessible for everyone

➡️ stands up for the rights of people with disability

➡️ builds more inclusive workplaces and communities

➡️ promotes and celebrates diversity.

We want to recognise champions of disability rights and inclusion across Victoria.

Find out more or nominate at https://www.dffh.vic.gov.au/victorian-disability-awards

Nominates close 5pm, Friday 26 June 2026.

14/05/2026

Being in an unfamiliar place looking for a bathroom can be stressful for anyone.

But for people with disability, there is an added stress of not knowing how often you will come by an accessible toilet.

Everyone has the right to road trip, explore new places or go to their local shops knowing there is an accessible toilet nearby.

Travelling with a disability requires a lot of forward planning, and having access to resources that can help you locate accessible toilets is a game changer.

There are several apps available to assist, each offering different features, including:
- Where is public toilet
- Toilet finder
- Flush toilet finder

For more information on finding accessible toilets: https://www.ideas.org.au/blogs/how-to-find-a-toilet-if-you-have-a-disability.html

Image: Wheelchair user symbol. Text: Where to find accessible toilets?

14/05/2026

14/05/2026

This week is National Palliative Care Week. The theme for this year is Conversation Changes Everything.

CID's End of Life project opens the door on accessible exploration of what people with intellectual disability want so they can live on their terms.

To find out more about the project and sign up for our workshops for health workers, head to our website: https://cid.org.au/issues/health/end-of-life/

12/05/2026

12/05/2026

12/05/2026

12/05/2026

Recognising concerns early – and taking action – can make all the difference.

If you’re a provider or support worker, it’s important to check in with your participant as soon as a concern arises, and to document and escalate it promptly. This helps ensure their immediate safety and support.

Under the NDIS Code of Conduct, both registered and unregistered providers must act on any concerns that could impact safety and quality.

Acting early helps keep participants safe and supports high-quality care.

▶️ Watch the video to see why it is important to promptly act on any concerns: https://bit.ly/NDISCodeActOnConcerns