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Orana: Celebrating 75 Years of Creating Opportunities in 2025

As January 2025 dawns, Orana embarks on a year of celebration, marking its 75th anniversary. For three-quarters of a century, Orana has been at the forefront of empowering people with disability, promoting inclusion, and fostering a society where everyone can thrive.

Since its founding on August 10, 1950, Orana has emerged as a source of support and opportunities for individuals across South Australia.

Orana embarked on a transformative journey, motivated by a commitment to create meaningful opportunities for people with disability, allowing them to achieve their fullest potential. Orana started as a humble organisation dedicated to education and training, but it has now evolved into a dynamic organisation offering a wide range of services, all aimed at increasing independence and dignity for people with disability.

Orana’s guiding principle has always been to support people achieve their full potential. By championing inclusivity and equal opportunity, Orana has shaped not only individual lives but also broader societal attitudes toward disability.

While 2025 is a time to celebrate Orana’s extraordinary legacy, it is also a moment to reaffirm its commitment to building a better future. The organisation’s vision remains steadfast: to create a community where everyone, regardless of ability, can lead a fulfilling and independent life.

Looking ahead, Orana aims to expand its reach, deepen its impact, and embrace innovative approaches to empower individuals and foster inclusion. Initiatives in areas like technology-driven training and community partnerships will continue to drive its mission forward. Orana’s 75th anniversary is not just a celebration of its history but also a tribute to the achievements of those it serves. It’s an opportunity for the community to come together, reflect on the value of inclusion, and support the vision of a brighter, more equitable future.

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