Interview with Madeleine Chelini
Victoria Art Therapy founder speaking with ABC about the real-world impacts of NDIS funding changes on art therapy access.
Help Us Understand the Impact of NDIS Changes
Recent changes to NDIS funding are affecting access to art therapy services. Your voice matters in advocating for continued support of creative therapeutic interventions.
This research is being conducted to identify clients, families, carers, support workers, and therapists negatively impacted by NDIS budget cuts. Our research will help us learn who exactly needs advocating for, and how we can best support them.
I'm a Client
Share your experience with NDIS funding changes and how they've affected your access to art therapy services.
- NDIS participant or seeking services
- Current or potential art therapy client
- Affected by recent funding changes
I'm a Therapist
Provide professional insights on how NDIS changes are impacting your practice and client outcomes.
- Registered art therapist or creative practitioner
- Working with NDIS participants
- Witnessing system-level impacts
I'm a Parent/Carer/Support Worker
Share your observations about how NDIS changes are affecting those you care for and support.
- Supporting someone with NDIS funding
- Witnessing impact of funding changes
- Advocating for better support
Why Your Input Matters
This data will be presented to NDIS administrators and policymakers to advocate for sustainable funding models that support art therapy access. Your confidential responses will help build a comprehensive picture of the real impact these changes are having on both individual wellbeing and therapeutic practice.