Creating Change Together
We are a social profit organisation on a mission to create a world where people who live with disability have a fair go at what life has to offer.
The Language Guide developed by JFA Purple Orange is based on feedback from the South Australian disability community and our network, offering practical advice on respectful and inclusive language when discussing disability.
With four months remaining until the implementation of the National Construction Code 2022 (NCC 2022) in South Australia, the disability, housing, and ageing communities are calling on the housing construction peak bodies, the Master Builders Association SA (MBASA) and the Housing Industry Association (HIA), to show genuine leadership in supporting the roll out for the benefit of the whole community.
Disability advocacy agency JFA Purple Orange has welcomed the elevation of the State Government’s response to the housing crisis after the recent Cabinet reshuffle, but called on housing ‘super’ Minister Nick Champion to match the symbolism with a clear commitment to building inclusive and accessible neighbourhoods across South Australia...
In an interview for the Purple Orange Podcast released on Friday 5 April, mum Michaela Banks shares how she had to challenge her own thinking when it came to choosing a primary school for her son, Harry, now 13...
Tessa, who does amazing work representing JFA Purple Orange in regional SA, reflects on what Disability Pride Month means to her.
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For me, Disability Pride Month is all about community.
I love learning about disability history and the trailblazers who pushed through to create the path for us.
I love championing and holding hands with my peers, and taking some extra time to understand their experiences.
I love reflecting on what I can do to be a better advocate for my community, and my personal journey of disability.
The past, present, and future of the: colourful, oppressed, fun, complex, dazzling, feared, beloved disability community. This is our month to feel whatever we need to feel. To enjoy, hate, or feel indifferent to. But it’s our choice, it’s our month, and disability is a deeply personal, unique experience.
Happy Disability Pride Month!
28 October
Kadina SKILL Peer Network at Kadina Library
29 October
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