ABOUT SUFY

Speaking Up for You Inc (SUFY) is an independent Individual Social Advocacy Organisation for people with disability who live in Brisbane, Moreton Bay and Redlands regions. SUFY protects and defends the human rights of vulnerable people with disability through individual advocacy to address injustices and make a positive and sustainable difference to their lives.

Its key principles are:

• Human Rights: SUFY will promote, protect and defend the lives and the human rights of each person with disability whom we support in an advocacy relationship.
• Social Justice: SUFY will operate in ways that support the achievement of rights, equity, access, participation and equality in our advocacy work with each person.
• Inclusion in Community Life: SUFY will operate in ways that value and support the inclusion of people with disability in the life of their diverse communities.

THE ROLE

The main role of the NDIS Appeals Advocate is funded by the Federal Department of Social Services and provides support to individuals who wish to appeal NDIA decisions.

Position Description and Selection Criteria attached.