What are your rights?
The NDIS was created to make sure every person with a disability has the right to make and control decisions about their own lives. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities main purpose is to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and freedoms by all people with disabilities.
Confidentiality
RESPECT
for personal information is important for all participants
INFORMATION
that is written or spoken about you should be kept private
PRIVATE INFORMATION
of others should not be spoken or repeated
MEETINGS
of staff may discuss your information in confidence
INCLUSION
You should always be told about meetings of staff
PERMISSION
You should be asked whether you want information shared
STORAGE
Any personal information kept is stored safely
REVIEW
You can review your information at any time
Further resources: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities