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Resources for people with disability: Legal

Guide about rights to make choices

Autistic Self Advocacy Network

An Easy Read guide to help people understand decision making laws and making choices.

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Information about the UNCRPD

Australian Human Rights Commission

Information about the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).

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The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.