Connect · Access · Belong (CAB): Disability Mentoring

CAB passengers decide destinations. CAB connectors facilitate safe journeys.

Connect · Access · Belong (CAB) is a mentoring project that enriches the lives of people with disability, their families, and carers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We break down barriers and create pathways for full participation in community activities, including inclusive sports, arts, culture, and recreation.

Who can join?

You’re eligible if you:

  • Have a disability (including autism, intellectual, psychosocial, physical, sensory, developmental, or neurological disabilities) or mental health condition
  • Come from a culturally and linguistically diverse background
  • Want to connect with community activities

You don’t need to be an NDIS participant.

Your Journey to Connect · Access · Belong

How CAB works

  1. You contact us about your goals and interests
  2. We Connect you with a potential connector
  3. You discuss your goals, aspirations, and ways to Access inclusive activities with your connector
  4. Your connector provides tools for your journey, helping you become self-sufficient and Belong
  5. You learn new skills, gain independence, and achieve your goals

Benefits of Choosing CAB

  • Get personalised, interest-based support
  • Learn new skills and make friends
  • Step out of your comfort zone
  • Achieve your goals with dedicated guidance
  • Celebrate your successes

Our Promise to You

At CAB, we stand out because of our dedication to YOU. We focus on:

  • Pairing mentors and mentees based on shared interests in art, sports, music, and more
  • Promoting your personal growth
  • Fostering mutual learning, enhancing the mentoring relationship

Your CAB Connector

CAB connectors are supportive guides who help you Connect with your community, Access the things that interest you and Belong. Our connectors are carefully selected to match your unique interests and goals, ensuring a meaningful mentoring relationship.

Your CAB connector is:

  • A personal coach dedicated to your success
  • Trained to provide guidance tailored to your aspirations
  • Committed to helping you engage with community activities that you’re passionate about

Whether you’re interested in sports, arts, culture, or recreation, your mentor will work alongside you to:

  • Explore and access community events and activities that excite you
  • Build your confidence in participating in these activities
  • Develop skills that enhance your enjoyment and engagement
  • Celebrate your achievements and growth along the way as shared successes

Our mentors adapt their support to your preferred pace and style, focusing on what matters most to you. They’re here to help you discover and pursue your interests, fostering your full participation in the aspects of community life that you find most fulfilling.

Ready to join or want more information?

Email project coordinators, Katherine Greer or Sisaleo Philavong, with your details or those of someone you think would benefit.

Email Katherine Greer
Email Sisaleo Philavong

Are you a community service or program?

Partner with CAB to:

  • Increase inclusivity and awareness
  • Grow your membership
  • Boost productivity
  • Promote your activities and events
  • Improve accessibility of your property
  • Build mutual respect and understanding
  • Enhance community inclusivity and access practices

CAB is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services through the Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) Framework.
We build community capacity so people with disability can thrive, contribute, and fully engage in all aspects of community life.

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