Know My Rights Mnemonic - Know it, Show it, Act on it

Know My Rights

A free learning platform for people who work for or within the NDIS, including participants, families, carers and their supports.

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Why learn about your NDIS rights?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) exists to support people with disabilities, but understanding your rights is key to getting the most out of it.

This platform provides easy-to-follow learning to help you:

  1. Know what supports you are entitled to.
  2. Understand how to advocate for yourself or others.
  3. Take action when something isn’t right.
Examples of Know My Rights in action on a mobile phone

FAQs

Is this platform free?

Yes, it’s completely free!

You don’t need to create an account or sign in. The platform is funded by the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission Grants Project and developed by Ausmed to make learning about your rights easy and accessible for everyone.

Are accessible alternatives available?

Yes, media alternatives (DOCX files) are available for each module.

Can support workers use this too?

Yes, support workers can use this platform to learn about their NDIS rights and how to support participants to understand and exercise their rights.

The Know My Rights Mnemonic

This mnemonic helps each audience recognise, express, and uphold the rights of NDIS participants.

Know My Rights Mnemonic - Know it

Know it

Knowing your rights is the first step to protecting them.

Know My Rights Mnemonic - Show it

Show it

Show that you know your rights in your every day decisions.

Know My Rights Mnemonic - Act on it

Act on it

Take action when you feel your rights are not being respected.