Independent Advocacy SA Inc
Independent Advocacy SA Inc is an Australian nonprofit organisation specialising in social advocacy for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Established in South Australia, the organisation operates on a values-driven framework aimed at promoting justice, safeguarding rights, and improving quality of life for marginalised individuals at risk of violence, abuse, neglect, or exploitation[1][2][4].

Mission and focus
The organisation provides long-term, relationship-based advocacy services to address complex and systemic vulnerabilities. Its model emphasises acting with minimal conflict of interest to defend individual welfare through persistent social advocacy[1][5]. Key activities include challenging marginalisation, facilitating access to justice, and advocating for systemic changes to reduce risks faced by people with intellectual disabilities[2][4].

Operational approach
Independent Advocacy SA employs a methodology centred on individual social advocacy, prioritising direct engagement with clients to address their specific needs. This includes strategic conversations to explore concerns and collaborative efforts to implement safeguards[1][5]. The organisation’s advocacy is characterised as “emphatic and vigorous,” often involving sustained efforts to achieve measurable improvements in clients’ lives[1][4].

Values and principles
As a values-driven entity, the organisation adheres to principles of equity, empowerment, and human rights. It focuses on promoting “valued lives” through ethical advocacy practices that uphold dignity and autonomy[1][4]. This includes maintaining transparency in its mission to address gaps in service provision for intellectually disabled individuals[5].

[1] https://independentadvocacysa.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/3a64740c-2caf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60/profile [3] https://search.amaze.org.au/s/article/Independence-Advocacy-SA [4] https://sacommunity.org/org/201548-Independent_Advocacy_SA_Inc. [5] https://engage.dss.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/IA-submission-to-the-DSS-review-of-the-National-Disability-Advocacy-Program-June-2016.pdf