We’re very excited to be the returning sponsor for VALID’s annual Having a Say Conference.
Join us for this exciting event from Tuesday 27 – Thursday 29 January 2026.
Melba can also support you to attend using your individual support arrangement (ISA). Get in touch with us today to discuss your support needs to attend this conference.
VALID Having a Say Conference 2026
27 January 2026
10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Having a Say (HaS) conference is celebrating 25 years of in-person conferences. That’s 25 years of promoting self-advocacy skills to strengthen the voices of people with disability.
Conference theme
25 Years: Strengthening Our Voices for a Better Future!
Conference Dates and Times
- Tuesday 27 January 10.30am to 4.00pm
- Wednesday 28 January 9.30am to 4.00pm
- Thursday 29 January 9.30am to 1.00pm
The Conference Dinner and Disco Tuesday 27 January 2026 from 6.30pm to 10.00pm at Croatian Community Centre, 172 Cox Rd, Corio.
Check out the Having a Say (HaS) Conference Information Booklet for all the info on the conference.
Get in touch with us today to discuss your support needs to attend this expo.
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Melba Support Services acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises First Peoples’ continuing connection to lands, waters, and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present who carry the memories, traditions, cultures, and aspirations of First Peoples, and who forge the path ahead for future leaders.