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Lived experience

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Living experience
Description

Lived experience refers to a representation of the experiences and choices of a given person, and the knowledge that they gain from these experiences and choices. [Wikipedia]

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Guide

By us, for us: disability messaging guide


This guide introduces values‑based messaging for disability conversations, drawing on research‑informed approaches proven to build public support and strengthen recognition of disability rights. Developed with people with disability and advocates across Australia, it reflects lived experience and diverse perspectives. It offers practical messaging tips, preferred language guidance, and explores self‑determination and diversity in disability advocacy.
Report

Social housing pathways by policy co-design: opportunities for tenant participation in system innovation in Australia


This research examines the best-practice opportunities for increasing tenant participation in developing social housing and related housing assistance policies and programs in Australia.
Strategy

Our place: a First Nations housing and homelessness roadmap 2031


The Queensland government is working towards a future where First Nations peoples in Queensland have a fairer housing system. As part of their commitment, they have launched this strategy and 4-year action plan to close the housing gap for First Nations peoples in Queensland.
Journal article

The role of trust, respect and relationships in maintaining lived experience and Indigenous authority in co-designed research with people living with disability

This journal article describes a research project which used methodology foregrounding the role and perspective of Indigenous people with lived experience of disability. It showcases a way forward for other fields of co-designed research.
Report

Social service integration for people with complex needs


An increasing number of people have multiple, complex, and long-term conditions. Systems established to focus on singular issues or needs do not adequately respond to this complexity. This report explore how governments can promote social service integration for people with complex needs.