The Australian Government has launched an open competitive grant funding opportunity for organisations supporting people with disability, their families and carers.
The Disability Peer Support and Connections Program is the next phase of disability supports, building upon recent reforms to the Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) Program.
Funded organisations will share in up to $517 million over 5 years, to deliver programs that boost independence and empower people with disability to make their own decisions and speak up for themselves.
Organisations will also be funded to provide trusted high-quality information and advice so people with disability know where to turn for support and available services.
This will help to improve consistency, quality and national coverage of supports for people with disability, their families and carers, as recommended by the Independent Review into the National Disability Insurance Scheme and consultations on foundational supports.
The Government will continue working with States and Territories to ensure the new program's success.
Full details, including eligibility and application guidelines can be found on GrantConnect and the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website.
For more information on the phased transition of reforms to the ILC Program please visit the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website.
Quotes attributable to NDIS Minister, Senator Jenny McAllister:
“We want to empower people with disability to live independent lives.
“That’s why we are funding programs which teach them the skills they need to make decisions on their own and build the confidence to engage with their community.
“I would encourage eligible organisations to apply for this program.”