Endeavour Foundation

23/10/2026

As Invisible Disabilities Week comes to a close, Natasha and Kay from our Learning and Lifestyle Hub in Bowen Hills are sharing their thoughts on inclusion and the difference kindness can make.

Invisible disabilities aren't always obvious, and that's exactly why inclusion matters. When people with intellectual disability feel welcomed and included, they have more opportunities to pursue what matters to them and be part of community life in the way they choose.

Hear what Natasha and Kay have to say as we mark the final days of Invisible Disabilities Week. 💜

20/10/2026

The 2026 QArt Gallery Christmas card collection brings together 17 unique designs, each offering a window into the artist behind it.

For Jordan, Christmas is a time for family and connection. His artwork celebrates "family strength, love and the importance of connection during difficult times" and reminds us that Christmas is a time to "come together, celebrate one another and recognise the strength found in the family unit." ❤️

For Sarah, a Christmas star becomes a symbol of "hope, creativity and the courage to shine in your own way", reminding us that "sometimes the brightest thing we can share with others is something uniquely our own." 🌟

And for Miranda, colourful wrapped lollies celebrate the joy of giving, reminding us that "the sweetest gifts are the simple ones, chosen and shared with someone else." 🍬

Every card has a story. Every purchase supports QArt, a social enterprise providing employment, mentoring and training for artists with disability.

Pre-orders close 31 October. Explore the collection: https://bit.ly/4sctM6e

18/10/2026

Lived experience can help shape better health resources for people with intellectual disability.

The National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health is looking for family members and support people to join its new Family and Supporters Advisory Group.

We encourage our community to learn more and consider getting involved.

Expressions of interest close 29 October 2026.

Help improve health resources for people with intellectual disability Share your experience as a family member or support person Do you support a person with intellectual disability? Your experience could help improve health resources for people with intellectual disability. The National Centre of E...

15/10/2026

We’re proud to partner with Cook Medical to create employment opportunities for people with intellectual disability.

Congratulations to the Cook Medical team on this fantastic achievement!

We’re excited to share that Cook Medical Australia has won the International Health Award and Queensland Exporter of the Year at the 2026 Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards.

Queensland Exporter of the Year is the highest honour presented at the awards, recognising outstanding achievement among the category winners. The International Health Award recognises outstanding international success in the fields of health, medical or wellbeing.

These awards recognise our contribution to Queensland’s export industry and reflect the expertise and dedication of our people across Cook Australia, along with the strong reputation we have built for quality, innovation and reliability in delivering medical devices to customers and patients around the world.

Congratulations to our team on these fantastic achievements!

Trade and Investment Queensland



Australian Trade and Investment Commission

https://www.cookmedical.com.au/cook-wins-queensland-exporter-of-the-year/

14/10/2026

Today is National Self-Advocacy Day.

At Endeavour Foundation, we're proud to celebrate self-advocates who use their voices to make decisions about their lives and drive positive change for others.

For Chloe, a passionate advocate and Auslan educator, self-advocacy is "the ability to stand up for your own rights, and to make your own decisions about your own life". Her experiences have shown how important it is to speak up when something doesn't feel right, and she encourages others to do the same:

"You have a voice. Don't be afraid to use it."

Kurtis has used his lived experience to advocate for greater understanding of disability, including speaking at events and sharing his story. He says self-advocacy means "speaking up for myself, sharing my ideas and needs, and making my own choices".

After raising concerns about support that wasn't meeting his needs, he found services that were a better fit. His advice:

"Believe in yourself and that your opinions matter."

Today we're celebrating Chloe, Kurtis and self-advocates across Australia whose voices help create positive change.

13/10/2026

Only a few Speak Up with Confidence workshops remain!

People with intellectual disability have been building their self-advocacy skills and learning how to have their voices heard in everyday decisions.

If you or someone you support has been thinking about joining, now is the time to secure your place.

📍 Gladstone | 20th October
📍 Bundaberg | 27th October
📍 Logan | 30th October
📍 Toowoomba | 9th November

Register today: https://bit.ly/4yLsd1H

09/10/2026

A home. A job. Friends. Confidence. A sense of purpose.

For 75 years, Endeavour Foundation has supported people with intellectual disability to live more independently, build skills and stay connected to their communities.

This video shows the difference that home, work and community can make when they're brought together to support people to achieve their goals, grow their independence and build meaningful connections.

Watch the video to see how we're creating possibilities for people with intellectual disability across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.

If you're looking for disability support for yourself or someone you care about, contact us to learn more about our services.

07/10/2026

The 'Cast & Chill' fishing crew have been busy! 🐟

After a successful day on the water, participants from our Lawnton Learning and Lifestyle Hub returned with their catch and got straight into the next challenge: learning how to clean and prepare the fish themselves.

There was plenty of excitement when the fish started biting, but the experience didn't end when the rods were packed away. Participants got hands-on with every step of the process, building practical skills, confidence and independence as they prepared their catch.

The fresh fish was then handed over to the 'Cooking Group', where participants will use their culinary skills to transform it into a delicious meal for everyone to enjoy. 🍽️

By bringing the two groups together, participants experienced the entire journey from catch to kitchen, learning new skills, contributing to a shared outcome and seeing the results of their efforts from start to finish.

Staff member Jordan put it perfectly, "What a beautiful day out fishing." 🎣

Want to learn more about how our Learning and Lifestyle Hubs help people build skills, pursue their interests and get involved in their communities? Find out more via the link in the comments. 👇

02/10/2026

When a family member is exploring employment, understanding the different pathways available can help you support their next step with confidence.

Arron’s employment journey has evolved alongside his goals. He started in supported employment, built his skills, gained his truck and forklift licences, and later moved into a mainstream truck-driving role.

“I got my truck and forklift licences through Endeavour Foundation because that was what I liked doing, so I wanted to keep doing it", said Arron.

Every person with intellectual disability has unique strengths, interests and aspirations. Exploring different employment pathways can help families better understand which options may be the right fit for their family member.

Swipe through to learn more, then explore employment pathways with Endeavour Foundation: https://bit.ly/4hKo1Z0

01/10/2026

Meet Faith and Geoffrey this International Coffee Day! ☕

At the café in our Support Centre, Faith is a barista and Geoffrey works on the till, serving customers and helping things run smoothly.

As supported employees, they're building skills, growing their confidence and working towards goals that matter to them.

We caught up with Faith and Geoffrey to hear what they enjoy about their jobs, what they’re proud of and what they’re working towards. Asked what she likes most about her job, Faith's answer was simple: "Making coffees and making people smile."

Happy International Coffee Day from Faith, Geoffrey and the café team!