Darwin Community Legal Service (DCLS)

Sexual rights are human rights and there is no place for paternalism in disability justice. The fight isn’t over and we must oppose changes to NDIS rules that deny sexual rights @billshortenmp @Jordonsteele @NDIS @stuartrobertmp @dana_advocacy #NDIS

We can't go back to the way things were. If we don't have a plan to reduce inequality and job insecurity, these problems will just get worse. We have a plan to rebuild Australia's economy after #COVID19Aus - check it out here: action.australianunions.org.au/rebuild #ausunions #auspol

"NDIS funds may be used to pay for sex workers, federal court rules" @lukehgomes theguardian.com/australia-news…

People with ADHD should get help from the #NDIS. You can find a copy of legal arguments made by our Principal Solicitor @LandmarkShelley on our website. A fair NDIS requires fair application of the law dcls.org.au/general-legal-… @NDIS @PWDAustralia @dana_advocacy

The majority of the community (57%) believes the JobSeeker payment should not be cut back down to the old Newstart rate, shows the national Essential Poll today, with 15% of respondents undecided. #aupsol ACOSS media release: acoss.org.au/media_release/…

Our Seniors Disability & Rights Service is offering free online training to help minimise the abuse & mistreatment of older people. For details email your interest to joanne@dcls.org.au dcls.org.au/wp-content/upl…

Our first quarterly newsletter for 2020 has just gone out! 🚀 It includes key updates on Centrelink payments, tenancy and aged care access. Sign up on our website to receive future news straight to your inbox. View our latest edition online here mailchi.mp/00278561c94f/d…

Do you need help with Centrelink? DCLS is here to help. We have specialist lawyers who can talk to you about your rights. You can also read our latest guide: ‘Centrelink and Coronavirus: A Guide to Your Rights’. dcls.org.au/about-us/coron…… #centrelink #rights #coronavirusaus

Happy Trans Day of Visibility! DCLS strongly supports our trans community. If you have experienced discrimination or unfairness, call us on 1800 812 953 for free, confidential and respectful legal help #TVOD2020 #TransDayOfVisibility

*** Centrelink benefits *** There are large delays in accessing some of the new support measures through Centrelink. If you are already on Newstart or another payment the extra payments will come through automatically. You do not have to contact Centrelink. #Newstart #Centrelink

There are currently big delays at Centrelink, so please be patient. For those already on benefits you do not have to apply for the extra support. It will come through automatically.

Our Seniors and Disability Rights, Tenants’ Advice and General Legal Services are still open for business. We can provide phone or video advice for people who are concerned about coming in. Please call to make an appointment on 1800 812 953.

DCLS is providing training and information for workers and communities as part of our Older Persons Strategic Advocacy Project to promote the messages of Respect, Value and Protect for our Elders. australianageingagenda.com.au/2020/03/10/com…

Newstart is $117 per week below the poverty line according to @ACOSS #RaiseTheRate

Please share and join the campaign to make sure people over the age of 65 with #disability, not eligible for the #NDIS are not left behind - having to fund their own wheelchairs and other equipment. Story: tinyurl.com/sk4j4yz Join the Campaign: assistivetechforall.org.au/take-action/

Debate about changes to NT tenancy law is dominated by property investors and hysterical industry representatives. Tenant voices are ignored. For a dose of reality, read our position: dcls.org.au/tenancy-laws-u… @TheNTNews @abcdarwin @TerritoryFM @LiaFinocchiaro

We're about to start livetweeting the second day of this #DisabilityRoyalCommission hearing on healthcare. You can watch or listen here: disability.royalcommission.gov.au #DisabilityRC

A two-week #DisabilityRC hearing on healthcare for people with cognitive disability begins today. 9news.com.au/national/disab…