Standing Up for My Grandson When No One Else Would

When my grandson Taj was excluded from a mainstream school activity because of his wheelchair, I didn't know where to turn. I'd never advocated for anyone before. Through NDIS Navigator I learned about the Disability Discrimination Act and found a free advocacy service in the Northern Territory. With their help, I wrote a letter to the school principal citing Taj's rights under the law. The school apologised, retrained staff, and Taj joined the next excursion. Advocacy isn't about being loud — it's about knowing your rights and having someone in your corner.