The Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW

Individual Advocacy.

Assists people to stand up for their rights, for example, when people have problems with housing, immigration, school, work and disability services.

Systemic Advocacy.

Towards positive change in policies, procedures, practices and service delivery in government and non-government agencies.

Advocacy Development.

Offers community information days, training and information sessions for people from CALD/NESB with disability and their families and carers.

Disability Advocacy Royal Commission.

Do you have a disability and have you experienced any form of violence, abuse, neglect or exploitation?  The Royal Commission is looking at the best ways to prevent this and wants to hear from you. You can call them on 1800 517 199. 

If you need help to speak up, call MDAA on 9891 6400.  If you need an interpreter call 131 450 and ask them to connect you to MDAA.

Capacity Building Project.

We provide a range of activities and projects you can access through your NDIS funding. Currently, our Peer Group meet every Tuesday from 10am-2pm and participate in a number of community engagement and capacity building activities.

NDIS Appeals and Reviews.

MDAA’s NDIS Appeals and Reviews Officers can support you throughout the internal review of your plan or to appeal an external review decision, through the Administrative and Appeals Tribunal (AAT)