Cassandra Fernando (Holt, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I had the pleasure of attending the launch of Omid Support Services. I was joined by the state member for Bass, Jordan Crugnale, and the City of Greater Dandenong mayor, Eden Foster. Omid—the Dari word for hope—is an NDIS provider that aims to support people from diverse backgrounds. They are particularly focused on the growing Afghan community in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne and on ensuring staff will have an understanding of cultural and linguistic sensitivities. People from CALD backgrounds, including the Afghan community, often face unique hurdles when trying to access disability support services. This is where service providers like Omid Support Services come into play by assisting people from their own community. I am proud that the Albanese Labor government is working to empower people with disabilities in Australia and to improve the quality and safety of their support and services. I am equally proud of members in our community like Ali Yeghobi, who are ensuring that the government's vision is achieved in each and every corner of this great nation.