Bill Shorten, Minister for the NDIS, has announced Louise Glanville as the NEW Commissioner of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission, succeeding Acting Commissioner Mike Phelan.
Louise Glanville, a former Deputy CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), brings extensive experience in disability and legal sectors. She aims to prioritise safety and quality within the NDIS, describing her return as “unfinished business.”
Natalie Wade, a leading disability rights lawyer and woman with lived experience, will join as Associate Commissioner. Natalie will focus on reforms and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities.
Minister Shorten praised both appointments, highlighting their expertise in ensuring participant safety and regulatory oversight during a critical time of reform. Mike Phelan will step down as Acting Commissioner on September 30, 2024.
Read more about it in the Minister’s media release here: https://ministers.dss.gov.au/media-releases/15811
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Written by Amanda Robinson, B.A., MMentalHealth Prac.
Amanda is a professional with over a decade of dedicated experience in the fields of Mental Health and Disability. Her extensive expertise lies in navigating the intricate landscape of the Disability Sector. She brings a unique perspective to her work, being both a person with lived experience of disability and a compassionate carer. She has a passion for advocacy, making her a staunch champion for the rights and well-being of individuals facing similar challenges.
