Queensland charity closes 'life-changing' NDIS employment support program the ORCA Project
Wesley Mission Queensland is closing its ORCA Project, an employment support program for young people with disabilities, citing rising operational costs and changes to the NDIS funding model. The closure has left families and participants concerned about the loss of a vital service that provided training and work experience.
Why it matters
The closure highlights the challenges faced by non-profit service providers in navigating complex national funding schemes, directly impacting the support available to vulnerable populations.
Oli Evans began attending the ORCA Project after leaving high school. ( Supplied: Natalie Evans )
The report presents the facts of the closure and includes perspectives from both the organization and the affected families without editorializing.
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