Riding for the Disabled Association Australia (RDAA) is a voluntary, nonprofit organisation which provides opportunities for anyone with a disability to enjoy safe, healthy stimulating, therapeutic, horse-related activities in Australia.
RDAA
- is the federated body of 7 autonomous RDA member states and territories in Australia;
- acts as a national body and resource for its member states and territories to access accreditation, education and insurance;
- encourages national links between the 7 affiliated states and territories offering therapeutic riding, driving and equine related activities;
- is actively involved in establishing national policies and standards to ensure excellence in service delivery of RDA programs across the country;
- liaises with Government and industry on national issues;
- leads in equine matters related to therapeutic riding;
- plays a significant role as a member of the Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI)
- promotes elite athletes at all levels
Mission Statement
RDA enables people with disabilities throughout Australia to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through participation in equestrian activities to improve their quality of life, atain personal goals and develop life skills.
Operated by trained and caring people committed to our aims now and in the future, RDA is recognised as having active involvement within the equestrian and general communities.
Vision Statement
Towards personal achievement through equestrian activities
We are dedicated to providing these services through an organisation that is Relevant, Innovative, Effective and Rewarding. Operated by trained and caring people committed to our aims now and in the future, RDA is recognised as having active involvement within the equestrian and general communities.
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