YOUR NATIONAL STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR RARE DISEASES

Rare Voices Australia (RVA) is the peak body for Australians living with a rare disease. RVA provides a strong, unified voice to advocate for policy as well as health, disability and other systems that work for people living with a rare disease. Our person-centred focus sees us working with all key stakeholders including governments, key peak bodies, researchers, clinicians, and industry. We advocate for the best outcomes for Australians living with a rare disease.
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In 2020, the Minister for Health launched the National Strategic Action Plan for Rare Diseases.
RVA led the collaborative development of the National Strategic Action Plan for Rare Diseases, which has three interrelated Pillars.

AWARENESS
& EDUCATION

CARE &
SUPPORT

RESEARCH
& DATA
Partner with RVA
RVA partners with key stakeholders in a variety of ways. Whether you are leading a rare disease support organisation that is looking to become an RVA Partner, or are a researcher looking to partner with RVA on your latest project, we’re open to hearing from you.

28 February 2021 is international Rare Disease Day. The main objective of Rare Disease Day is to raise awareness among the general public and decision-makers about rare diseases and their impact on people’s lives.