SPARK is the only self-advocacy upskilling program specifically designed for young people with any type of disability in Western Australia. It empowers individuals aged 12-25 by building their capacity to self-advocate through a tailored workshop course. The program enhances participants’ knowledge, skills, and confidence, enabling them to engage in their communities, exercise their rights, and make informed choices. Every young person with a disability deserves the opportunity to thrive. SPARK supports them in identifying barriers, envisioning a more inclusive future, and taking steps toward achieving self-advocacy and greater independence.
SPARK (Strengthening Personal Advocacy, Resilience & Knowledge), aimed at increasing the skills, knowledge, and confidence of people with disability, their families, and their carers to:
a) Understand disability rights and self-advocate;
b) Develop meaningful natural relationships and connect with peers;
c) Navigate and connect with services and supports they need;
d) Increase a greater independence; and
e) Increase participation in the community by contributing and leading.
The SPARK program includes a workshop series held over 2 or 3 days, 4 times a year. Each workshop iteration will have the capacity to support up to 25 YPWD.
The workshops are divided into the following 2 age groups:
School age: 12-17 year olds
Young adult: 18-25 year olds
The learning structure:
A blended solution of face-to-face and online work is used to scaffold learning and provide opportunities for participants to practice skills in a supportive environment before applying their new skills to the real world.
Contact us to learn more:
Annabel (SPARK Project Coordinator) 📧 Email: annabel@ydan.com.au 📱 Mobile: 0403 932 517
Click on the link below to access the workshop registration form!