Every great journey begins with a single step, and for Queer and Diverse Pathways, that step was taken by our founder, Stacie Mĕi Laccohee-Duffield. After years of navigating the complexities of healthcare and support systems, Stacie Mĕi realised something was missing: a safe, inclusive space where queer, Trans and Gender diverse (TGD), and neurodivergent people could access support that truly understood their unique experiences.
Like many of us, Stacie Mĕi‘s journey has been one of navigating through systems that weren’t always designed with her in mind. She saw firsthand how hard it was for people to find the right support, especially when mainstream services lacked the cultural competence or empathy needed to make someone feel truly seen. After working in project management within mental health and serving on the boards of LGBTQIA+ organisations, it became clear to Stacie Mĕi that something had to change.
So, Queer and Diverse Pathways was born – not just as another NDIS provider, but as a peer-led organisation rooted in the idea of “By Community, For Community.” This is more than just a tagline for us; it’s our guiding principle. We understand that when you’ve walked the same path as the people you serve, you bring something invaluable to the table: trust, empathy, and a shared sense of purpose.
