Dietitians Australia has submitted a response to the Victorian State Disability Plan and Victorian Autism Plan 2027–2031 consultations, calling for nutrition and hydration to be recognised as core priorities.

The submission highlights the essential role of Accredited Practising Dietitians in providing safe, evidence-based and disability-specific support for Autistic people and people with disability.

Dietitians Australia also calls for increased, equitable and timely access to Accredited Practising Dietitians, based on assessed need and with choice of Accredited Practising Dietitian, including sole traders and private practising dietitians. Choice should include sole traders and private practising dietitians.

To learn more, please download our full submission.