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Will Budget 2026 Include the Needs of Neurodivergent Children

Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician | Wong Hui Min, President, National Early Childhood Intervention Council | Ng Lai Thin, Project Lead, National Early Childhood Intervention Council

25-Sep-25 16:00

Will Budget 2026 Include the Needs of Neurodivergent Children

Every child deserves the chance to thrive — but not every child has the same start or opportunities. For some families, that means navigating the challenges of raising a neurodivergent child, including therapies, education and social support. As Budget 2026 approaches, what investments are needed to strengthen early childhood intervention and support for neurodivergent children? Today, we hear from the National Early Childhood Intervention Council on what they hope to see.

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Podcast transcript is available here

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