We believe that for people with disability to truly belong and thrive in Outback Queensland, every part of life must be valued, supported, and accessible.

Our Belief Statement

This means more than just services and supports. It means recognising the whole person—their independence, confidence, and right to speak for themselves.

It also means building communities that welcome and grow with people with disability—communities that recognise strengths, not just needs, and that include, not just accommodate.

We believe in a community where people with disability are safe, heard, supported, and celebrated in every aspect of life.

Thriving does not happen in isolation. It happens when every part of life is included, respected, and made possible.

Our Thriving Goals

At OIL, we believe that thriving in your community means:

  • Independence

    Building independence and confidence in everyday life—with the right supports in place

  • Confidence

    Growing in confidence and self-esteem

  • Self-Advocacy

    Being empowered in self-advocacy and decision-making

  • Human Rights and Safety

    Living with dignity and protection of human rights and safety

  • Health and Wellbeing

    Accessing tailored health and wellbeing supports

  • Life Skills

    Developing daily living and life skills

  • Education

    Participating fully in inclusive education

  • Employment

    Engaging in inclusive employment that is meaningful and respectful

  • Financial Literacy and Security

    Understanding and managing financial literacy and security

  • Living Arrangements and Housing

    Choosing safe, supported living arrangements and housing

  • Supports and Services

    Navigating and accessing the right supports and services

  • Community Inclusion

    Feeling welcomed in your community

  • Relationships

    Having meaningful family, friends, and relationships

  • Recreation and Hobbies

    Enjoying recreation and hobbies that enrich life

  • Transport and Mobility

    Moving freely with transport and mobility options

  • Communication and Choice

    Being heard through communication and choice

  • Culture and Spirituality

    Embracing cultural identity and spirituality

  • Future Planning

    Creating a roadmap through future planning and decision-making

  • Legal and Advocacy Support

    Knowing your rights through legal and advocacy support

  • Digital Access

    Being part of the digital world with digital inclusion

Every person’s definition of thriving is unique because no two disabilities, lives or goals are the same. What thriving looks like depends on individual needs, aspirations, and context.

This belief statement is our goalpost—a shared commitment to what we believe it means for a person with disability to live a full, respected, and empowered life.

This is what it takes to belong.


This is what it looks like to thrive.