Melbourne East Disability Advocacy - MEDA

12/07/2025

Some photos from our recent patisserie classes, run by ex-Ottolenghi pastry chef and our Business Support Officer, Mel! This was part of our Foodie Heaven Fundraiser, as well as Greek and Entertainment Food packs prepared by MEDA advocate, Honi and friend of MEDA, Tas! We raised almost $5000 from this fundraising initiative, thank you so much to everyone who supported us!

10/07/2025

Our July Newsletter has dropped! Check out what's been going on at MEDA recently:

Dear MEDA Community, As we reach the midpoint of 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible work and community spirit that continues to define MEDA. Firstly, a heartfelt thank you to all the staff and volunteers who made our recent Foodie Heaven Fundraiser such a success. This new ...

06/07/2025

Come to our Community Bystander Training in August and hear about the work of MEDA! Follow the link to register for this free training event.
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1427561

30/06/2025

Don't forget this Saturday the 5th of July this fabulous community event, connecting and empowering CALD disability communities. We will be there and would love to see you there too!

12/06/2025

There are a few spots left in our patisserie classes and a handful of food packs left to order before next Sunday the 22nd of June! Get involved in our Foodie Fundraiser to raise money for our work in advocating for the rights of people with disability. Alternatively, you can donate as we approach the end of financial year. MEDA is a DGR organisation so your donation is tax deductible.
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/medasfoodieheavenfundraiser

02/06/2025

Come along in person or attend online this fabulous community event, connecting and empowering CALD disability communities. We will be there and would love to see you there too on Saturday the 5th of July!

25/05/2025

Get involved in our EOFY fundraiser!
Follow the link to book/order/donate:
https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/medasfoodieheavenfundraiser

18/05/2025

MEDA's Foodie Heaven Fundraiser in June!
Follow the links for more info and to book/order/donate!

Patisserie classes: https://www.trybooking.com/DBNBD
Entertainer's food packs: https://www.trybooking.com/DBUOO
Donate: https://www.trybooking.com/au/donate/medafundraiser

08/05/2025

MEDA is honoured to have received an inclusive volunteer award from Eastern Volunteers. This award recognises the work that MEDA does to include volunteers with lived experience of disability within the organisation.
Award received from MEDA's Executive Officer Jan M and Disability Advocate Bron E.

05/05/2025

Can you…
Support a person with disability to have a voice?
Stand up for someone’s rights and choices?
Be present to support someone’s will and preference?
Take initiative, problem solve and work independently?
Be available 2 hours a fortnight with at least a 12 month commitment?

“My name is James and my advocate made sure that my rights were protected at my place of employment when I was being underpaid & bullied”

Together we are a community of advocates working together to address issues of discrimination and to shine the light on the value and strengths of people with disability.
MEDA has many people with disability waiting for a Volunteer Citizen Advocate to provide support. If this could be you, contact Jan:

98777 990
jan.mattrow@meda.org.au
https://meda.org.au/become-a-volunteer/

09/04/2025

Electorate of Casey Pre-election NDIS Community Forum – Hear from the Candidates!

With so much change and uncertainty, I know many people with disabilities are feeling understandably anxious about what lies ahead for the NDIS. With the federal election just around the corner – now only four weeks away – it's never been more important to ensure our community has a strong voice representing the NDIS in parliament.

This Sunday the 13th of April at 11am, we're bringing together our local NDIS community for an online meeting. It’s a chance to hear directly from our local election candidates and to share with them what we need from them – both now and into the future. It's a great opportunity to empower NDIS participants to have a voice, participate in active citizenship, and share their views and opinions also, please encourage and support them attend if you can. Follow this link to register!

Casey Pre-election NDIS Community Forum