Innovative Community Participation is a capacity-building support designed to help NDIS participants develop skills, confidence and independence by engaging meaningfully in their local community.
What Is It?
This support helps participants build real-world skills — such as social communication, confidence, problem-solving and resilience — while participating in community-based activities and experiences tailored to individual goals.
Program Features
Typical elements included in Innovative Community Participation supports are:
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Community engagement activities: attending local events, workshops, and interest groups that reflect a participant’s interests.
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Skill development: building practical and social skills through structured and creative experiences.
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Social inclusion: fostering connection with others and reducing social isolation.
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Support planning: personalised planning and mentoring to set goals and work toward them.
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Creative approaches: activities that go beyond traditional settings to encourage meaningful community involvement.
Examples of Activities
Activities usually offered under this support include (but are not limited to):
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Group workshops and training programs
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Recreational and cultural outings
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Volunteer or peer-supported community involvement
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Mentoring and confidence-building sessions
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Exploring employment, training or education pathways
Benefits
Participants can expect outcomes such as:
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Increased independence in daily life and community engagement
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Stronger social connections and support networks
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Better confidence and wellbeing
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Greater readiness for employment or educational opportunities
How It Works
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Assessment: A support professional works with you to understand your interests and needs.
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Planning: A tailored plan is created that aligns activities with your goals.
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Participation: Supported engagement in chosen activities, building skills and confidence.
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Evaluation: Progress is reviewed and new opportunities are introduced.