Community Participation: Building Confidence Through the NDIS
What Community Participation Means
NDIS Community Participation is a support designed to help people with disability take part in social, cultural, and recreational activities. It’s about building confidence and independence, developing new skills, and feeling connected to the community. With the right support, participants can try new experiences, meet people, and grow their confidence in everyday life.
Examples of What Community Participation Can Include
Social Activities: Catching up with friends, joining a sports team, or going to the movies.
Volunteering: Helping at a charity shop, animal shelter, or community garden.
Cultural Participation: Attending festivals, visiting museums or galleries, or joining local groups.
Learning and Skill-Building Programs: Using public transport, attending cooking or art classes, practicing budgeting while shopping, or joining tech workshops.
Why It Matters
Community Participation supports more than fun outings — it helps build a better quality of life. The benefits include:
Developing skills for independence
Building self-confidence and self-esteem
Improving health and wellbeing
Strengthening social connections and friendships
Creating a sense of belonging in the community
Benefits of Community Participation
Getting involved in your community provides more than just fun—it’s also a way to:
Build confidence and independence
Learn new skills and routines
Improve health and wellbeing
Develop friendships and support networks
In research conducted by the NDIS, participants reported that social inclusion and community access provided them with a stronger sense of belonging and connection, as well as opportunities to deepen relationships with friends and family. Many also experienced the benefits of larger social networks and reduced isolation, which in turn fostered greater confidence and a stronger feeling of safety within their communities. Importantly, community participation also opened doors to further opportunities, including employment, volunteering, and study pathways.
A Story of Growth
Meet Kamaljit, one of our participants who loves music and community activities. She has flourished with the combination of allied health support, NDIS community participation funding, and personalised assistance from More Than Support. Today, she can actively take part in family activities, attend church, and even enjoy concerts of her favourite artist. Her journey demonstrates how the right supports can empower participants to fully engage in the community, build confidence, and enjoy a rich and meaningful life.
How More Than Support Can Help
At More Than Support, we provide personalised community participation supports that match each person’s goals, interests, and needs. Our support workers help participants feel comfortable trying new activities, building routines, and connecting with the community. Whether it’s a hobby, a volunteering opportunity, exploring cultural events or an outing with friends, we ensure support is flexible, respectful, and centred around independence.
Start Your Journey with More Than Support
At More Than Support, we believe everyone deserves the chance to connect, grow, and thrive in their community. Our team works alongside you to match your goals with the right opportunities—whether that’s joining social activities, volunteering, exploring cultural events, or building new skills. With the right support, you can create meaningful connections, strengthen your independence, and live with confidence.
Talk to us today and let’s start planning your journey toward a more fulfilling life through community participation with More Than Support.