Disability Advocacy Service Inc. (DAS) is a key provider of community-based advocacy services within the municipalities of Alice Springs, Amoonguna and Tennant Creek, Northern Territory. As a not-for-profit incorporated community organisation, Disability Advocacy Service offers a free, confidential advocacy service to persons and families with a disability, supporting and empowering clients to exercise their own rights in accordance with the NT Disability Advocacy Standards.

Vision

An inclusive community that recognizes, respects, and provides equitable access for persons with a disability.

Mission

Disability Advocacy Service is a community based advocacy service that upholds and protects the rights of people with a disability and their support networks.

Team

Disability Advocacy Service is governed by a Board of Directors. The Members of the DAS Board are as follows:

Dr John Gilroy

Chairperson

An indigenous health sociologist specialising in disability

Heather Jensen

Vice Chairperson

An Occupational Therapist with experience in Central Australia

Janet Wright

Treasurer

CEO of Alice Springs Youth and Accommodation Service

Susan Burns

Board Member

Currently works for NDS (National Disability Services)