Community connections
The Northern Territory (NT) is a safe and welcoming place where people with disability can enjoy accessing the community equally.
There's something for everyone including:
- networking and support groups to social events
- leadership and advisory roles
- sports and recreation
- arts and entertainment.
Peer support groups offer friendship and support for people with disability.
For a list of peer support groups across the NT, go to the Integrated disAbility Action website.
The NT Government and many local government councils have boards or committees you could join.
It's a great way to advocate for change in your community.
To find out more, go to the:
- Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet website
- City of Darwin website
- NT Disability Advisory Committee page.
If you want to register your interest in a government board position, go to the NT Government Boards and Committees page.
Refer to the Easy Read Factsheet – How to express interest in becoming a board member PDF (1.0 MB).
The DiversAbility Collective is a network in Darwin that brings together organisations from the disability and social services sectors to create an inclusive city.
If you are involved with an organisation that is interested in joining this network, go to the City of Darwin website.
In Alice Springs, the AllAbilities Network allows local organisations and individuals to connect and share experiences.
For more information, go to the Alice Springs Town Council website.
The NT Companion Card is for people with disability who need a high level of support to access community events and activities.
The card allows a person’s carer free entry into participating venues and events.
To find out more, go to the NT Companion Card website.
Club Krock provides a safe and inclusive nightclub experience for people with disability in Darwin.
To find out more, go to the Club Krock website.