inding Her Voice: A Young Nepali Woman’s NDIS Success Story
An Interview with Sita: How the NDIS Empowered a Young Woman from Nepal By Niki Gent, Family and Child Consultants When Sita arrived in Adelaide from Nepal two years ago, she brought with her courage, ambition—and a hidden struggle. Living with cerebral palsy in a new country was daunting, but through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), she discovered supports that transformed her life. I’m Niki Gent, and today I’m delighted to share Sita’s story in her own words. Getting to Know Sita Niki: Thanks for sitting down with me, Sita. Can you tell us a little about your background and how you came to Australia? Sita: Kia ora, Niki! I grew up in a small village near Pokhara, Nepal. My family always encouraged me to study—but with cerebral palsy, access to therapy and accessible education was limited. In 2023, I received a scholarship to study social work at the University of Adelaide. It was a dream come true, but I knew I’d face both language and accessibility barrier...