Building skills, connection and participation with children and families.
Abilities Unlimited Australia creates inclusive participation pathways that help children and families build practical skills, confidence, community connection and belonging through movement, sport, recreation and everyday participation.
OUR BELIEF
Every child deserves opportunities to participate in ways that recognise who they are.
Families often come to AUA looking for a place where their child is understood, supported and included.
That's where we start.
We believe participation grows when children experience success, build confidence and discover what is possible through activities they enjoy.
OUR PURPOSE
Building skills, connection and participation with children and families.
We help children build:
✅ Confidence
✅ Independence
✅ Communication
✅ Physical literacy
✅ Safety awareness
✅ Community participation
We help families build:
✅ Practical strategies
✅ Shared understanding
✅ Confidence to support participation
✅ Connections beyond the program setting
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CHILD CENTRED
Programs start with the child, not a diagnosis.
Every child is unique. We focus on their strengths, interests, goals, and aspirations to create meaningful participation opportunities.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE AUA
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FAMILY PARTNERSHIP
Parents and carers are active partners in participation.
We work alongside families, valuing their knowledge, insights, and priorities to support lasting outcomes.
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INCLUSIVE PARTICIPATION
Children are supported to participate in ways that work for them.
We adapt activities, environments, and approaches so every child can engage, contribute, and belong.
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PRACTICAL OUTCOMES
Skills connect to everyday life.
Participation builds confidence and capabilities that children can use at home, school, and in the community.
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SAFETY & WELLBEING
Confidence grows when children feel safe.
We create supportive environments where children feel respected, secure, and empowered to try new experiences.
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STRONG COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Participation extends beyond a single program or session.
We help children build relationships, access local opportunities, and strengthen their connection to the wider community.
HOW AUA SUPPORTS CHILDREN
Participation through meaningful activities
AUA uses activities and sport-based skills training that children enjoy as opportunities to build practical skills.
🛡 Personal Safety
⚽ Team Sport Soccer
🏐 Team Sport Netball
🏉 Team Sport Touch Footy
These experiences help children build skills that can transfer into family life, school, recreation and community settings.
🚲 Cycling
🏊 Water Safety
🏃 Athletics
🛹 Skateboarding
💃 Dance
THE AUA APPROACH
Start with strengths.
Focus on participation.
Build confidence through positive experiences.
We consider:
strengths and interests
communication styles
learning preferences
sensory needs
confidence and readiness
family goals
This helps children participate successfully while feeling understood and supported.AUA uses activities and sport-based skills training that children enjoy as opportunities to build practical skills.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Building more inclusive communities
AUA works alongside families, schools, community organisations, sport providers and other partners to create opportunities for children to participate and belong.
By helping children build confidence and capability, we contribute to stronger and more inclusive communities across the ACT.
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