This month we’re reading: March 2026

Michaela Banks attended the Australia’s Disability Strategy National Forum and reflected on the importance of recognising the diversity within the disability community rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions. The discussion highlighted how many current systems and assessments fail to consider individual communication styles and lived experiences. This insight reinforces why B-HART’s How to Claim Your Human Rights project works with multiple partners representing different communities to ensure meaningful outcomes. The forum also emphasised that while safety in services is essential, true quality means improving quality of life and enabling people to realise their rights and personal goals, challenging the sector to move beyond minimum standards and demonstrate real progress in practice.

By The B-HART Team