People with disability will lead the next wave of disability research, thanks to a $5.4 million investment from the Albanese Government.
A $5 million funding round, delivered through the National Disability Research Partnership (NDRP), will support research projects led by and designed for people with disability.
The funding will empower researchers to explore ways to strengthen the safety of people with disability, increase accessibility and build more inclusive communities - following key recommendations made by the Disability Royal Commission.
Applications for the new $5 million research fund are open on 23 February until 20 April.
Previous NDRP-backed projects have co-designed research exploring alternatives to group homes, partnered with workplace safety agencies to make farming more accessible, and collaborated with speech pathologists to make meals safer and more enjoyable for people with dysphagia.
The Albanese Government is also backing a new Leadership Program to support the next generation of disability researchers.
Fourteen participants will receive up to $30,000 each to help fund their postgraduate research, build peer networks, and strengthen connections with disability sector organisations.
The NDRP is Australia's first independent research organisation co-led by people with disability and was established as part of Australia's Disability Strategy, reflecting the Government's commitment to ensuring people with disability are at the centre of the research and policies that impact their lives.
