Today’s show explores the importance of centring the agency and right to choose of people with disability. First up, you’ll hear part of a conversation about disability discrimination and self-advocacy between Lisa Brumtis and Heather Smith, from the 2022 International Women’s Day episode of Raising Our Voices on 3CR, a program produced and presented by people with disabilities. Later on, you’ll hear an interview with Catherine McAlpine, CEO of Inclusion Australia, talking about decision making and the Disability Royal Commission.

The discussion of disability discrimination during this show may be distressing for some listeners. If you need to speak to someone about this, you can call lifeline on 13 11 14. If you are at risk of domestic, family or sexual violence, please call 1800 RESPECT, that’s 1800 737 732. For counselling support, or for referral to a counsellor or advocate near you, you can call the Disability Royal Commission counselling and referral service on 1800 421 468. You can also contact the National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline to report concerns on 1800 880 052.