The Inclusive Movement

03/04/2026

With so many changes happening all of the time in the NDIS world, it can be hard to keep up with what each area of funding is for and who to go to for which areas of advice.

While this is just a snapshot, and your team may consist of a few additional specialists or different roles - the below graphic provides an overview of “who’s who” in your NDIS support team and what they can help with.

Your NDIS team works best when it works together.

Therapists -
Many therapists have different areas of interest, experience, and specialisation.
Some may work across overlapping areas.
Others may need to refer on or seek additional support - and that’s good practice.

It’s helpful to chat with your specific team members to see where their expertise lies.
Because strong teams don’t try to do everything.
They stay within their scope, and lean on each other when needed.

Support Coordination -
Your Support Coordinator is often your key contact
- but their role isn’t to make decisions for you, or direct you toward specific choices.

Their role is to:
✔ Remain unbiased
✔ Help you understand and use your plan
✔ Build your confidence to navigate supports independently
✔ Support you to speak up when things need to change

You -
Because at the centre of every team… is you and/or your loved one.

Your voice.
Your goals.
Your lived experience.

This resource is here to support understanding and assist with directing questions to the right person.

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Image description:
An infographic titled “Who’s Who in Your NDIS Support Team” by The Inclusive Movement. It visually maps out different roles within an NDIS support team across three sections: planning and funding, therapy and skill building, and everyday life. Each role (such as support coordinator, therapists, and support workers) includes a brief description of how they support participants. The layout uses connected pathways to show how the team works together, with a highlighted section emphasising “You” as the most important voice at the centre.

01/04/2026

Today is World Autism Day.

This is personal to us and a big part of why The Inclusive Movement exists.

We experienced the gaps - the lack of understanding - the barriers that didn’t need to be there

And through doing this work,
shifting language
and creating more inclusive spaces

we didn’t just build a business, we also *found* our community

The autism community has experienced many challenges throughout the years, but one of the biggest that remains is being truly heard.

So today, when others may be inviting you to “raise awareness”, “practice acceptance”, or “light it up” - we’re here to invite people to listen;

to autism
to lived experience
everyday perspectives
in *our* own words

Looking for tools to start the conversations - You can download our free resource pack
https://theinclusivemovement.mykajabi.com/offers/BLUwdhLG

☕ Or join us this morning at Dampier for a relaxed, inclusive morning tea



A series of soft red tiles with soft green brain outlines, featuring the words “Autism is…” followed by affirming statements such as “Autism is a neurotype,” “Autism is valid,” and “Autism is beautiful, complex, and human.” The design is simple and calming, with a focus on positive, neuroaffirming language.

31/03/2026

WAVEDkids is a virtual Emergency Department that, when appropriate, gives families the option to receive care at home rather than waiting in an emergency department.

The opening hours of the state-wide service have now been expanded to Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 8pm.

To access WAVEDkids, call:
🔷 1800 MEDICARE (1800 633 422)
🔷 Healthdirect (1800 022 222)

If appropriate, you’ll be referred to WAVEDkids for expert virtual emergency care.

28/03/2026

We are so excited to announce the return of our All in- All Inclusive - Youth Week Event this April School Holidays 🤗

In collaboration with Pilbara Heart Horses and support from Regional Development Australia Pilbara West Pilbara Communities for Children.

Join us at Hearsons Cove, Wednesday April 15th from 2-4pm for a range of activities including
- Music, Karaoke and story telling
- Equine experiences and activities
- Beach Activities & Sensory Spaces
- Afternoon tea & more

This is a FREE community event for young people ages 8-18 years of all abilities!

We hope to see you there!

Image description: Accessible community event flyer for a Youth Week beach event at Hearsons Cove on Wednesday 15 April (2–4pm), featuring logos for Heart Horses, The Inclusive Movement, and West Pilbara Communities for Children. The design includes images of young people engaging in sensory play, beach volleyball, and creative activities. Text highlights an inclusive, co-designed event for ages 8–18 with activities including food, music, beach games, equine experiences, and a chill zone.

26/03/2026

Our office may be closed but the Inclusive Training Hub is open 24/7. 👩🏼‍🎓

Browse and learn from our range of parent & professional self-paced courses, webinars and downloadable resources.

https://theinclusivemovement.mykajabi.com



Image description: an image of an open laptop showing a selection of courses in the Inclusive Training Hub. The home page shows the disability foundations course, disability cultural awareness course and neuroaffirming practice course.

25/03/2026

Join us to celebrate and recognise the incredible, diverse and brilliant autistic minds within our community 💛

We invite families, children, allies and community members to share a relaxed and welcoming morning of connection, conversation and sensory play.

💙 Enjoy a special morning tea
💜Explore sensory play spaces
🧡Connect with others in an inclusive, safe and supportive environment

Thursday 2nd April
9am – 11am
Dampier Park (next to Dampier community hub and Dampier shopping centre)

Let’s take time to celebrate neurodiversity, build understanding and strengthen our community.



Image description:
Graphic promoting a World Autism Day community event with the text “Join us for a morning of community connection, morning tea and sensory play.” Event details include Thursday April 2nd, 9am–11am at Dampier Park. Logos for The Inclusive Movement, MyTime and Pilbara Disability Network appear at the bottom.

23/03/2026

Parent and Carers of those supporting children with disability, developmental delay or chronic illness - please join us again on Tuesday, 9am-11am.

This week’s topic is discussing Safety in community with our specila guest speaker from Autism Association of Western Australia.

While parents connect, children can engage in play all about shapes and colours with our supportive play facilitators 🤗

9am-11am
2/1 Sharpe Avenue, Karratha

See you then!

21/03/2026

A growing number of families are stepping away from disability supports.

Understanding why this is happening is the first step toward rebuilding trust and creating communities where people truly belong.

Read more via the link in bio or visit https://www.inclusivemovement.com.au/blog/why-more-individuals-and-families-are-opting-out-of-systems-built-to-support-them



Image description:
A teal-coloured educational carousel with white text from The Inclusive Movement exploring why more disabled people and families are opting out of support systems. Slides discuss barriers such as long wait times, repeated assessments, funding uncertainty and advocacy fatigue. The carousel highlights the impact on participation and wellbeing, and shares practical ways communities can rebuild trust through listening to lived experience, reducing administrative burden and proactively designing inclusion. Final slide emphasises that access allows entry, while belonging enables participation, with a call to learn more about inclusion training.

21/03/2026

Looking for a safe, sensory space to meet new friends while connecting through shared gaming experiences? Come along to LOL - Life of Lincoln gaming centre Sunday 9am-12pm @ Happy Hub, 2/1 Sharpe Avenue Karratha 🤗🎮

It’s back! Come and join the fun on Sunday 🎮

Don’t forget to book! FREE entry for Happy Hub Members

https://happyhub.as.me/schedule/195d28ccer

21/03/2026

Are you a carer who would like to cultivate more self-compassion? CliniKids invites you to a free online workshop: Self-Compassion for Carers 💛

Choose from two dates:
Tuesday March 24, 12pm-1pm AWST | 3pm-4pm AEDT
OR
Thursday March 26, 7pm-8pm AWST | 10pm-11pm AEDT

LEARN:
💛 What self-compassion is
💛 Why self-compassion is important for carers
💛 How it benefits mental and physical health
💛 Simple self-compassion practices

The workshop will be hosted by Professor Ru Ying Cai. Ru is a researcher at Autism Spectrum Australia and the University of Melbourne who is focused on improving the mental health of autistic individuals and their families. She teaches evidence-based self-compassion strategies to help individuals and groups manage stress and build resilience.

Register to attend: https://shorturl.at/WCAWF

| The Kids Research Institute Australia

21/03/2026

Today, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with the theme "Together Against Loneliness." Studies show people with intellectual disability are more likely to feel lonely than people without disability. This year's theme emphasises the importance of real inclusion, welcoming spaces, and meaningful relationships in helping individuals feel valued.

Alike WA, Western Australia’s leading advocate for peer support, provides a directory of support groups that may assist with connecting to peer support.

If you need to reach out for help, please contact:
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
- 13YARN (for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people): 13 92 76
- Kids Helpline (ages up to 25): 1800 55 1800