Cerebral Palsy Australia
Cerebral Palsy Australia is a nonprofit organisation established in 1952, dedicated to advancing the rights, welfare, and social inclusion of individuals living with cerebral palsy. The organisation focuses on advocacy, community support, and promoting public awareness to improve quality of life for people with cerebral palsy and their families.

Mission and activities
The primary mission of Cerebral Palsy Australia is to champion the interests of individuals with cerebral palsy by fostering equitable access to services, education, and opportunities. Through partnerships and community engagement, the organisation works to reduce barriers to participation and empower individuals to achieve greater independence. Advocacy efforts include influencing policy reforms and promoting inclusive practices across sectors.

Historical context
Cerebral Palsy Australia has operated continuously since its founding, distinguishing itself from separate entities such as the Cerebral Palsy Alliance (founded in 1945 as The Spastic Centre). While both organisations share a focus on cerebral palsy support, Cerebral Palsy Australia emphasizes nationwide advocacy and systemic change, whereas the Cerebral Palsy Alliance delivers direct services, research funding, and therapeutic interventions.

Key distinctions

• Scope: Cerebral Palsy Australia prioritizes advocacy and rights-based campaigns, while sister organisations often focus on clinical care, research, and technology innovation.
• Approach: The organisation collaborates with policymakers, educators, and communities to address systemic inequities affecting people with disabilities.
• Community focus: Programmes emphasize storytelling and amplifying lived experiences to drive societal change[2][4].

Note: Specific operational details, leadership history, and regional service footprints are not publicly documented in available sources.

[1] https://cerebralpalsy.org.au [2] https://cpaustralia.com.au [3] https://cerebralpalsy.org.au/about-us/ [4] https://cpaustralia.com.au/about-us/ [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerebral_Palsy_Alliance