This report aims to assist the federal government in its ongoing efforts to improve support for vulnerable people in Australia and enable wider economic and social participation. The Committee has provided 22 recommendations to inform the Commonwealth on how best to improve economic inclusion and create a more equal and prosperous nation.

What helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children thrive at school? This Longitudinal Study of Indigenous Children (LSIC) report provides valuable insights from the study participants including the children, their parents and carers, and education professionals.

The National Autism Strategy will relate to areas of Commonwealth responsibility to improve life outcomes for autistic people. This document is a draft strategy which has not yet been agreed to by government. Following feedback through the public consultation process, the draft strategy will be further refined and it is expected the final strategy will...

The proposed legislation aims to amend the National Disability Insurance Scheme to create a stronger program that supports people with disability in a fair and dignified way. It also works to ensure the Scheme is there for Australians to rely on in the future.

The Australian government has released this 'progress update' on its consideration of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability final report. The update provides an overview of what processes and consultations the government is undertaking prior to formally responding to the Royal Commission’s final report by mid-2024.