Victoria has accepted several of the recommendations from the federal government’s Disability Royal Commission. 

The Victorian Government says it is prioritising lived experiences with its ongoing disability reforms. 

The state says it will collaborate with other states, territories, and the Federal Government to review and implement the recommendations from the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (Disability Royal Commission).

Out of 45 recommendations aimed at states and territories, the Victorian Government has fully accepted 11, accepted 23 in principle, accepted three in part, and identified eight that require further review.

The Royal Commission recognised Victoria’s leadership in several aspects of disability inclusion, such as the protection of rights for individuals in Specialist Disability Accommodation, recent reforms in the guardianship system, and the application of co-design principles in service delivery and program development.

The Government says its Inclusive Victoria: State Disability Plan 2022-2026 aligns with the Royal Commission's recommendations and focuses on six systemic reforms. 

These reforms aim to enhance access to essential services for people with disabilities, including family violence support, mental health and wellbeing services, education, transport, health, and housing. 

Additionally, the Government says it is strengthening legal protections for people with disabilities and advancing Aboriginal self-determination.

The complete response from the Government is accessible here.