Children and Young People with Disability Australia

Promoting equal opportunity and full inclusion for children and young people with disability (0-25 years) across Australia.

New resources launched

Many children and young people with disability, and their families, have told us they often feel unprepared when facing big life transitions like starting school, finding work, or moving towards independence.

CYDA’s new Take Charge of Change resources are free, practical and accessible tools co-designed with young people and families. They’re here to help build confidence, knowledge and skills for life’s next steps.

Community concerns about Thriving Kids

The Australian Government’s new Thriving Kids program will offer an NDIS alternative for some children with developmental delay and autism under nine, launching in July 2026 with access changes to follow in mid-2027.

Following the announcement, CYDA surveyed 1,535 parents, caregivers and young people with disability to understand their views. Nearly four in five (79%) said the rollout feels too rushed and risks leaving children without support.

NDIS and Your Rights

In September 2025, CYDA hosted a community webinar exploring the impact of NDIS eligibility reassessments on children, young people and families.

The discussion brought together First Nations, Autistic, and advocacy voices, alongside legal experts, to unpack what these changes mean and what families can do next.

Watch the recording and access the webinar summary and resources in Easy Read, Word, and PDF.