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Leadership and Participation
Celebrating WWDA members at the National Awards for Disability Leadership!

December 17, 2024

Photos of all six winners and finalists. The photos are of Kaygen Lane, Ebe Ganon, jenny Smith, Saphia Grant, Zoe Simmons, Jodee Mundy OAM
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International Day of People with Disabilities

December 3, 2024

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WWDA’s global impact: Clare Gibellini’s recent advocacy

November 28, 2024

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We support the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

November 25, 2024

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WWDA Board Elections

October 22, 2024

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Women With Disabilities Australia launches groundbreaking Leadership and Mentoring Toolkit for women and gender diverse people with disabilities

October 16, 2024

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The Leadership and Mentoring Toolkit is now available!

October 16, 2024

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Recording Now Available: Strengthening Responses to Gender-Based Violence

October 1, 2024

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WWDA CEO Announcement

September 25, 2024

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WWDA Welcomes New Youth Advisory Group Members!

September 23, 2024

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Member Skills and Interests

September 16, 2024

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WWDA Member Survey 2024

August 22, 2024

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Tell us about online safety

July 31, 2024

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WWDA Unveils Brand New Website Designed for Accessibility, Community, and Exclusive Member Content

July 31, 2024

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WWDA Members, Your Voices Matter!

July 24, 2024

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17th Session of the Conference of States Parties – Post-Event Report

July 23, 2024

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NAIDOC Week 2024: Keep the fire burning with storytelling

July 7, 2024

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WWDA’s representation at the global COSP17 event!

June 8, 2024

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Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) Responds to 2024-25 Federal Budget

May 17, 2024

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WWDA LEAD Scholarship and Mentoring Report

April 22, 2024

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