Blog of Dr Darryl Sellwood

Provocative, disruptive and sometimes subversive — inventor of the Bummunicator!

Author: Darryl

  • From WOMADelaide to AGOSCI: A Whirlwind of Music, Advocacy, and Leadership

    The month leading up to WOMADelaide and the AGOSCI Conference was a whirlwind of activity, reminiscent of my PhD days. Balancing paper writing, conference committee work, support worker coordination, and AGOSCI Chairperson duties kept me on my toes. But as always, I embraced my motto of “Ride and Enjoy.” WOMADelaide: A Musical Feast WOMADelaide 2025…

  • The Fight for What’s Right: A Reflection on Disability and Advocacy

    One evening, I found myself in a thought-provoking conversation with some friends around my kitchen table. As we sipped our drinks and chatted about life’s various aspects, the topic of personal achievement came up. I shared that I’ve had to fight for everything I’ve received in life, a statement that sparked an unexpected response from…

  • Building Independence: A Philanthropic Opportunity to Fund Innovative SDA Housing in Adelaide

    My name is Dr Darryl Sellwood. As you will see from my photo, I have cerebral palsy and I use an electric wheelchair to get around. I also have communication disability and use a variety of different tools to make myself understood. You can learn more about me in my biography on this website. What…

  • New Research: NDIS Supports During COVID-19

    As we emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic, my personal experiences with disability services and their handling of NDIS supports for individuals in their own homes sparked a curiosity about others’ experiences and potential areas for improvement. This led me to collaborate with three notable researchers in the disability field: Ben Bailey, Tom Shakespeare, and Joanne…

  • NDIS Changes: A Mixed Bag of Clarity and Confusion

    The recent significant changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) that took effect last Thursday have left many participants and service providers grappling with the implications for disability supports. While the introduction of two lists detailing accepted and rejected NDIS supports aims to provide clarity, a closer examination reveals some concerning ambiguities. Ambiguity within…