Connect · Access · Belong (CAB): Disability Inclusion in the Community
CAB passengers decide destinations. CAB connectors facilitate safe journeys.
Connect, Access, Belong (CAB) is a free program supporting people with disability, people experiencing mental health challenges, and their families and carers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to connect with community life.
A CAB Connector works one-on-one with participants and families to understand their interests, goals and support needs and help them find suitable community activities. This could include sport, arts and culture, recreation, volunteering, social groups, learning opportunities and other community activities.
CAB is free and you do not need to be an NDIS participant to take part.
Is CAB for me?
CAB may be right for you if you are:
- from a culturally or linguistically diverse background
- a person living with disability (including autism, intellectual, psychosocial, physical, sensory, developmental or neurological disabilities) or mental health condition
- a family member or carer supporting a person with disability or someone experiencing mental health challenges
- interested in finding community activities, groups or opportunities.
How does CAB work?
1. Tell us what you are interested in
Complete the Expression of Interest form or contact the CAB team. We will talk with you about your interests, goals and what you would like support with.
2. Meet your CAB Connector
We will connect you with a CAB Connector who can work with you one-to-one. Where possible, we consider language, cultural background, lived experience, interests and individual support needs when matching people with a Connector.
3. Find activities and opportunities
Your Connector can help you explore activities, contact organisations, understand your options and work through barriers that may make it difficult to take part.
4. Build confidence and independence
Your Connector can support you to get started and work towards participating independently where possible.
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.
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.