Take the Challenge
Spend up to one week in a wheelchair.
Discover what millions of Australians navigate every day.
Raise funds that drive real change.
What You Commit To
As a Wheelie — that’s what we call our participants — you commit to using a wheelchair for up to one week during the Wheelie Week campaign period. You go about your normal routine: work, shopping, socialising, getting around your neighbourhood. The only difference is your perspective.
This isn’t about simulating disability. It’s about experiencing firsthand the barriers built into the environments we all share — and understanding why they need to change.
How Fundraising Works
When you sign up, you’ll get your own fundraising page powered by Raisely. Share it with your friends, family, and colleagues. Every dollar raised goes toward accessibility education, barrier reporting, and inclusive design advocacy.
Set Up Your Fundraising PageWhat You Get
Participant kit
Your own fundraising page
A personalised page to share with your network and track your progress.
Community
Join a group of Wheelies sharing their experiences, insights, and discoveries throughout the week.
Real impact
Know that your effort and the funds you raise are contributing to practical, measurable accessibility improvements.
Ready to Roll?
FAQs
Do I need my own wheelchair?
No. We’re working on partnerships to help participants access wheelchairs for the week. More details will be available closer to launch.
How long do I have to do it for?
You choose – anywhere from one day up to a full week. The longer you commit, the deeper the insight. But even a single day will shift your perspective.
Is there a minimum fundraising target?
No minimum. Every dollar counts. We encourage you to set a personal goal and rally your network behind it.
Is this appropriate? I don't want to be disrespectful.
We understand the sensitivity. Wheelie Week was co-founded by a person with lived disability experience, and our approach is built on respect, education, and constructive action — not performance. The goal is empathy through experience, and the disability community has been central to shaping this initiative.
When does Wheelie Week happen?
The 2026 pilot campaign dates will be announced soon. Register your interest now and we’ll let you know as soon as dates are confirmed.