MIYAD Wheels Program
Previously "Wheels for Work", but now MIYAD Wheels Program!
Our New Chapter is Reaching Even Further
We’re excited to share that we’re now able to support an even broader range of individuals and communities. Through MIYAD—Migrants, Indigenous Peoples, Youth, Adults, and People with Disabilities—we’re making sure no one is left behind.
Our goal is simple: to empower people with the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive. For many, driving isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about opening doors to employment, education, and social connection.
About MIYAD
Our Mission
Since 2023, the MIYAD Wheels Program has been dedicated to helping learner drivers in the Great Southern and Greater Albany areas gain their licenses. As a project under the Not-for-Profit Umbrella Group Great Southern Inc., we support individuals facing financial hardship, limited resources, or personal barriers.
Driving is more than just a skill—it’s a pathway to independence, opportunity, and connection. We believe everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves the chance to learn, grow, and succeed.
How We Help
We provide a step-by-step, supportive process to make getting a driver’s licence more accessible:
- Theory Support – Learn the road rules with Keys4Life lessons to prepare for your written test.
- Driving Lessons – Gain confidence with a qualified instructor or volunteer supervisor.
- Dual-Control Vehicles – Need a car? We provide both manual and automatic options.
- Practical Test Support – From ID documents to mock tests, we’ll help you every step of the way.
Who We Support
The MIYAD Wheels Program is designed to help those who face challenges in obtaining their driver’s licence. MIYAD stands for Migrants, Indigenous Peoples, Youth, Adults, and People with Disabilities—groups who often experience barriers to driving.
We support individuals who:
- Face financial hardship (students, unemployed, part-time workers).
-️ Lack of access to a roadworthy vehicle or a supervising driver.
-️ Experience physical, emotional, or learning challenges that make driving more difficult.
-️ Live in remote areas with limited access to driving resources.
Our goal is to break down barriers, build confidence, and create opportunities for everyone.
Why It Matters
A driver’s licence isn’t just about passing a test—it’s about breaking barriers, building confidence, and opening doors to employment and education. The impact extends beyond individuals to families and the wider community, creating lasting change. And here in Albany, Denmark or Mount Barker, we don't have reliable public transport.
Our Community
We collaborate with local organizations and support services to ensure no one is left behind:
- Job Agencies – Skillhire, AtWork, APM-DES
- Youth & Community Services – Headspace, Migrant Services, AYSA, Parent Pathways
- Education & Disability Support – Alta-1, Youth Futures, Albany Secondary Education Support, NDIS providers
Where We Operate
We provide services in Albany, Denmark, and Mt Barker, with dual-control vehicles available in Albany and Mt Barker for lessons with our Qualified driving instructors and our volunteers,
and our office is located at 66A Grey St E, Albany WA 6330
Please note we also have a Driving Instructor partnership in Katanning, to assist our more regional clients.
Get Involved
Volunteer – Help supervise learner drivers.
Donate – Support our mission to make driving accessible for all.
Partner with Us – Strengthen our community impact.
MIYAD Wheels – Helping Disadvantaged Individuals Get Their Driver’s licence
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
