Meet Anna Wilson – Disability & Advocacy Officer​​​​​​​

By Anna Wilson

Posted Jul 22, 2025 in Faith

Hello!

My name is Anna Wilson, and I’m really excited to introduce myself as the new Graduate Disability and Advocacy Officer in the Synod of South Australia, with the Placements and Safe Church Team. I’ve just commenced this role, working part-time on Mondays and Wednesdays, and I’m already feeling excited by the possibilities of what we can achieve together.

Here’s a little bit about me: I grew up in the Uniting Church, and my love for ministry and theology continues to shape who I am today. Alongside this role, I’m currently studying a Bachelor of Disability and Community Inclusion, which is helping deepen my understanding of what true inclusion looks like in community life.

I’m passionate about disability advocacy, making sure that everyone, regardless of ability or disability, feels not only welcomed but valued and heard in the life of the church. My heart is especially focused on ensuring that people with lived experience of disability are able to speak into the changes that are needed, whether that’s improving physical access, adapting sensory environments, or simply making space for someone’s experience to be acknowledged and respected.

In this role, I hope to connect with congregation members and leaders to talk openly about what inclusion looks like in your context. I’m not here to tell you what to do, but to listen, reflect, and work alongside you to find practical and grace-filled ways to build more accessible and welcoming spaces.

One of my key hopes is to help bring the Synod’s Access and Inclusion Policy to life, working with congregations to explore how it can shape local communities in a way that honours the diversity of God’s people. Every congregation is unique, and I’d love to help you think through what meaningful inclusion could look like in your setting.

I’d love to hear from you, whether you have questions, ideas, concerns, or just want to share a coffee and a chat about disability, access, or inclusion.

Please feel free to reach out:

The best way to contact me is by emailing Turn on Javascript!, or by calling 8236 4268.

Let’s work together to create safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for everyone to thrive.

Thank you,

Anna.

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