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Dr Nicole Sharp

@Disability_OT

Occupational therapist, researcher, mum. Passionate about neurodiversity, mental health, disability rights and social justice (she/her)

 Sydney, New South Wales
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Joined November 2015
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Karen Fisher@KarenRFisher4 Dec 2023
Full article: Shifting power to people with disability in co-designed research tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
Shifting power to people with disability in co-designed research

Shifting power to people with disability in co-designed research

This paper explores tensions navigated by researchers and project leaders when involving people with disability as experts in co-design and in the core team. Part of an evaluation aiming to improve...

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PSA: if you've been meaning to make a written submission to the #NDIS review, there is still time. The submission period has been extended + will now close on the 1st September!!
NDIS Review (@NdisReview) profile pictureNDIS Review@NdisReview24 Aug 2023
You have more time to have your say in the #NDISReview! Submissions will close 1 September. spr.ly/6017PoUYB
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NDIS Review@NdisReview17 Apr 2023
Is the #NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework ok? Let us know what is working well, or not working well, to keep people with disability safe and their supports good quality. The #NDISReview needs your help to improve the framework. ndisreview.gov.au/resources/…
Have your say on the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework. www.ndisreview.gov.au

ALT Have your say on the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework. www.ndisreview.gov.au

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Dougie Herd@dougie_herd8 Apr 2023
👇👇👇 As @BenGauntlettDDC says it's "reprehensible". Some people incite hatred for gain. Pauline Hanson hates us & fears how we are. So she mocks us & urges others to do so also. But we are strong and are going nowhere Pauline. #DefendTheNDIS #auspol theguardian.com/australia-ne…

One Nation video mocking NDIS condemned as ‘vile’ by disability advocates

People with Disability Australia and Advocacy for Inclusion have called for Hanson to withdraw the video and apologise

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Have you seen our new website? Its full of carefully curated content by audience, including Autistics, newly diagnosed, questioning identity, parents, professionals supporting Autistics, educators, researchers, and allies. Check it out at reframingautism.org.au
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Exciting announcement... We have just released Autism Essentials - our free, self-paced online course that provides a neuro-affirming understanding of Autism. Its designed for a wide variety of lived experiences and pre-existing knowledge about Autism. reframing-autism-s-school.te…
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Huge news: I’m so happy to share that last night the Senate formally backed @Greens’ motion to hold a parliamentary inquiry into ADHD assessment and support services! It’s a historic moment – the first time the parliament will substantively look at ADHD. theguardian.com/australia-ne…
Senate inquiry to investigate support for Australians with ADHD

Senate inquiry to investigate support for Australians with ADHD

Greens senator Jordon Steele-John says people with condition struggle with ‘cost, wait time and stigma’

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The difference between a good mental health day & a not so good mental health day can be a kind comment. In a world where we can be anything, be kind.
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Josephine Barbaro@DrJBarbaro20 Nov 2022
An affirming, practical piece for parents/caregivers by @marie_camin and I..."How to talk to your child about their autism diagnosis – the earlier the better" theconversation.com/how-to-t… via @ConversationEDU – at Melbourne, Victoria
How to talk to your child about their autism diagnosis – the earlier the better

How to talk to your child about their autism diagnosis – the earlier the better

Some parents worry about labelling their child with an autism diagnosis. But labelling happens regardless of whether parents discuss diagnosis or not. It can instead take the form of name-calling.

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“We urgently need further research to understand the current rates of depressive disorders in Australian children and to better address children’s mental health needs in the coming years,” said Professor @jenniehudson. Read the full report → bit.ly/3ejZUUd
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OTA@otaust20 Oct 2022
The theme for #OTWEEK2022 “OT, what it means to me” was chosen to enable OTs, consumers & partner organisations to share and reflect on OT from their perspective and enable the entire OT community to shine a spotlight on the care and professionalism OTs deliver to their clients.
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Bill Shorten@billshortenvcuc26 Sep 2022
I made a promise before the election to prioritise putting people with lived experience of disability back at the centre of the scheme and these appointments deliver on that promise.
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Bill Shorten@billshortenvcuc26 Sep 2022
Today I’m thrilled to announce that Australian Paralympic legend and disability advocate Kurt Fearnley AO will be the new chair of the board of the National Disability Insurance Agency.
Bill standing with Kurt, Graeme, Maryanne and Rebecca.

ALT Bill standing with Kurt, Graeme, Maryanne and Rebecca.

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Pro Bono News@ProBonoNews26 Sep 2022
The appointments of @kurtfearnley, @Graemeinnes and Maryanne Diamond to the #NDIA board have been welcomed by advocates - but not having a person with #disability as CEO is a "missed opportunity", says @SenatorJordon Steele-John. @EDesmarchelier @NDIS probonoaustralia.com.au/news…
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Marie Johnson@mariehjohnson11 May 2022
The Hunger Games created by #NDIS #Algorithms #Algorithms unleashed as roboplanning. ‘Do no harm’ is not possible. Access to justice is affected. Think this just affects folks on #NDIS? You’re in for a shock. #DefendOurNDIS @billshortenmp @criprights innovationaus.com/the-hunger…

The Hunger Games created by NDIS algorithms

This fifth article in the Defending the NDIS series looks at the harm caused by algorithms and the perverted power politics of algorithms that is driving political debate. The question is, can we...

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Hello Everyone! I am investigating the professional resilience of recently graduated occupational therapists (0-5 years experience). I would really appreciate it if you took the time to complete our online questionnaire: occupationaltherapyresilienc… Thanks for your time :)
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Greg Hunt@TheHonGregHunt26 Mar 2022
Australians with cystic fibrosis will soon have access to a new treatment following the listing of Trikafta on the PBS.
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OTA@otaust7 Mar 2022
Are you a New Grad or Student member with OTA? We want to hear from you! Influence an exciting period of growth for OTA, by providing insight to what matters most to you. You can participate by clicking here: ow.ly/xbxP50Ibjcv
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How do children with #cerebralpalsy report their pain experiences? And how does this effect their life and #mentalhealth? @Disability_OT @simonpaget @AusACPDM onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…
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OTA@otaust18 Feb 2022
Are you ready to renew to New Graduate membership? Now is the time - gain a $50 discount with OTA.* More information available here. ow.ly/h69j50HYgtw *Terms and conditions apply
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