Dr George Taleporos completed his PhD in psychology investigating disability and relationships and has expertise in disability reform and youth engagement. He has held managerial roles in advocacy and played a leadership role in the development of individualised and self-directed support. George has provided policy advice in a range of areas including DHS standards, capacity building through peer support, Individualised Support Packages and the implementation of the NDIS in Victoria. He is currently the manager of Youth Disability Advocacy Service (YDAS), a lecturer in Disability and Health at Deakin University and a regular contributor to the ABC disability portal Ramp up.Your account section
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