Personal and Community Support

This episode explores Personal and Community Support for people with disability in Australia, highlighting how the right supports can empower people to lead meaningful, connected, and fulfilling lives. Sam Drummond speaks with Paralympian and disability advocate Kathleen O’Kelly Kennedy about founding the Red Dust Heelers, a program creating opportunities for First Nations people with disability to participate in sport and community life. He also speaks with rapper and musician Grace Kenny (GK), and Liam McKennie from Back to Back Theatre, who share how a supported theatre company can open pathways to employment, skills development, and creative expression.Also joining the conversation is First Nations Artist Abigail from Free Space Studio in the Northern Territory, who reflects on how the support she receives enables her to sell her artwork, build confidence, and strengthen her connection to culture and community.   Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.   This podcast by Powerd Media is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing under the Inclusion and Accessibility Fund: Australia's Disability Strategy (ADS) – Community Attitudes grant program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.