Developmental Language Disorder is estimated to be as common as asthma, but the cause is not well understood.
DLD is estimated to have an economic impact in Australia of over $1billion every year but the support available to children and their families varies widely between states.
The management of DLD involves education, health and disability service providers but there is limited coordination of eligibility and access policies across sectors.
SALDARI welcomes interest from researchers, peak bodies, and corporate donors seeking to support improved understanding and management of DLD.