Embracing Diversity: Inclusive Services for the LGBTQIA Community | Traidy Naidoo - Chosen Family

🎙️ Welcome to 'Innovate for Impact,' the podcast series hosted by Tania Gomez Consulting. Join us as we uncover inspiring stories of visionary individuals, organizations, and technologies revolutionising the way we approach disabilities.   In this episode, join Tania Gomez as she interviews Traidy Naidoo, founder of Chosen Family, as he discusses his mission to bring joy and co-design individual futures in the NDIS sector. Through his innovative approach, Traidy aims to challenge the traditional service delivery model and create a more inclusive and diverse environment. Traidy highlights the importance of collaboration and breaking free from competition. Traidy also addresses the need for more education on topics like online safety, healthy relationships, and sex for people with disabilities. With a focus on creativity and a commitment to Chosen Family clients, Traidy envisions a future where smaller providers form a network to uplift and empower the community.   ⭐ Episode Highlights: 0:11 - Exploring Remarkable Innovations 0:18 - Uncovering Inspiring Stories 0:25 - Special Guest: Traidy Naidoo 1:10 - Chosen Family's Mission 1:33 - Addressing Trauma-Informed Care 1:52 - Intersectional Lens for Care 2:24 - The Name Chosen Family 3:40 - The Importance of Belonging 4:16 - Traidy's Background 5:13 - Challenging the Norms of Service Delivery 6:09 - Passion and Purpose in the Disability Sector 8:39 - Co-Designing with Participants 10:09 - Creating Independence and Avoiding Dependency 12:28 - Challenges in the NDIS Sector 12:42 - The Need for Creativity and Innovation 14:34 - Tackling Unconscious Bias 21:56 - Building Communities and Collaboration 24:45 - Creating Change in the NDIS Landscape 38:42 - Addressing the Housing Crisis 41:36 - The Dark Side of Independent Contractors 45:58 - Future Vision for Chosen Family   📢Don't miss the inspiring and transformative episodes! Subscribe, follow, like, comment and share your takeaways!   Learn more: https://taniagomez.com.au/innovate-for-impact   Join our growing community on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube : @taniagomezconsulting   #NDIS #NDISProvider #NDISParticipants #innovation #disability #inclusivity #diversity #Australia #TaniaGomez #accommodation #housing #ChosenFamily #empowerment #LGBTQIA #lovewins