The Australian government plans to cut $7,000 from the average NDIS budget for social and community supports, which will affect over 200,000 participants. The cuts aim to reduce "runaway budgets" and prevent abuse by for-profit providers. However, disability groups argue that this will have a "horrible" impact on participants' ability to engage in everyday activities, socialize, and develop skills. The government hopes to offset the cuts with other reforms, including a $200 million Inclusive Communities Fund, but critics say this will redirect funding away from individuals and towards community organizations.