FPDN Australia

We invite ACCHOs to join us for a yarn about what’s working well, where the challenges are, and how we can be stronger together. Register now for your FREE 2-hour virtual workshop by clicking here tinyurl.com/Wtogether or find out more by emailing us at training@fpdn.org.au

Accessible communication removes barriers so everyone can understand and engage with content. For mob with disability, access to information is a human right, not an add-on. #AccessibleCommunication #FirstPeoples #Disability #AccessibilityMatters #Inclusion

Today is International Women's Day - a reminder to celebrate women's achievement, raise awareness about discrimination, and take action to forge gender parity. This year's theme is "Give to Gain", encouraging a mindset of generosity and collaboration. #FPDN #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

Tomorrow is International Women's Day, so we sat down with FPDN Chairperson, Aunty Kay Sadler, to talk to her about what it means to be a leader as a First Nations woman. She highlighted the women that give her strength and the importance of women having a voice for change.

With International Women's Day coming up, we sat down with FPDN's Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Hindman, to talk to her about what it means being a strong First Nations woman. #FPDN #InternationalWomensDay #Inclusion #Equality #IWD2026

As International Women's Day approaches, we want to acknowledge some of the strong Aboriginal leaders in our organisation. We sat down with FPDN's Community Engagement Manager, Melanie Marne, to talk to her about what it means being a strong First Nations woman. #FPDN #IWD2026

FPDN CEO Damian Griffis spoke at the Australian Disability Strategy Forum in Adelaide, sharing a powerful message for a more inclusive and accessible Australia. We’re honoured to be part of this conversation, and by standing strong and united, we can be the catalysts for change.

We’ve hiring for multiple short-term Policy Officers! If you’re passionate about making change for mob with disability, check out the role here - fpdn.org.au/contact-us/wor… #FPDN #InclusionMatters #DisabilityLeaders #FirstNations #HumanRights

The Disability Caucus has been officially recognised as an informal group of stakeholders within the UNFCCC process. For the first time, persons with disabilities have a formal platform to ensure their voices shape climate policies that directly affect them.

On Zero Discrimination Day, we celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life with dignity. This year’s theme, “People First,” shines a light on the discrimination faced by people living with and at risk of HIV.

Today is International Wheelchair Day - a reminder to promote a more inclusive society in which those with mobility limitations have equal access to opportunities. #FPDN #Disability #InternationalWheelchairDay #Inclusion #Community

FPDN are in Adelaide this week attending the Australian Disability Strategy Forum. We are grateful to be part of these conversations and to continue advocating for stronger, safer, and more inclusive systems for our communities. #DisabilityStrategy #FPDN #DisabilityRights

Country is more than a place. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Country describe the lands, waterways, and seas to which they are connected. #FirstPeoples #Country #WordsMatter #FirstNations #Community

FPDN Board Chairperson, Aunty Kay Sadler, talks about what it would be like to live in a world without barriers or restrictions. A world where people aren’t looked down on or made to feel less than because they’re different. Watch the full video here - youtube.com/watch?v=cbjGZz…

On World Day of Social Justice, we honour the leadership of First Nations people with disability who continue to challenge injustice and create change in our communities, systems, and futures. FPDN stands alongside our communities to ensure our voices lead the path forward.

Today we mark the anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations. FPDN stands with Stolen Generations survivors, their families and communities. We honour their strength and resilience, and we reaffirm our commitment to justice, healing, truth-telling.

At FPDN, we stand with all communities targeted by hate, and we reaffirm our commitment to safety, dignity and belonging, especially for First Nations people with disability, who are too often put at greater risk when hate escalates. #FPDN #StopTheHate #EndViolence #Disability

FPDN’s CEO is in Edinburgh for the Global Action on Disability (GLAD) Network meeting, advocating for disability inclusion in global development as Co-Chair of the Pacific Disability Forum and Global Network of Indigenous Persons with Disabilities. #FPDN #Disability #Inclusion

We’ve got a couple contract roles available for an immediate start! If you’re passionate about making change for mob with disability, check out the opportunities below: • Individual Advocate: seek.com.au/individual-adv… • Phone Intake Advocate: seek.com.au/individual-adv…

Physical Disability Awareness Day - a time to recognise, honour and uplift people living with physical disability across our communities. At FPDN, we honour the leadership and lived experience of First Peoples with physical disability leading change. #Disability #Inclusion