NSW Disability Inclusion Plan and Disability Inclusion Action Plans

The NSW DIP is primarily implemented through DIAPs that are required to be developed by each Public Authority.  The NSW DIP sets the priority areas for government action which are reflected in the DIAPs of NSW government departments and key agencies, as well as local councils.

This ensures a unified purpose and clear goals across all levels of government.  DIAPs build on the NSW DIP, by turning shared government priorities into actions for agencies and service delivery.

The NSW Disability Inclusion Action Planning Guidelines (PDF, 3.2 MB) provide detailed guidance on development of DIAPs.

DIAPs outline the practical steps NSW Government agencies and local councils will take to remove barriers and improve access to services, information, employment and promote the rights of people with disability.

It is important that people with disability, and peak organisations representing people with disability, are involved in all stages of the development, implementation and monitoring of DIAPs.

The NDIS Review and the DRC have provided the opportunity for people with disability to share their stories and express their views on disability policy reforms and initiatives aimed at enhancing inclusion. Building on this work, and to further embed ongoing consultation, the NSW Government Disability Engagement Forums document outlines key groups and advisory bodies that can be engaged to inform design and delivery of inclusion policies, programs and services.