Early Birds: A good example of special access events

When you have a hidden disability (e.g. Autism, Dementia, Sensory Processing, PTSD) accessing public spaces comes with a lot of barriers. This can include busy, loud, crowded environments, confusing and unexplained rules, and judgement from other people.

Autistic and Proud

My community makes me proud to be Autistic every day. June 18th marks autistic pride day. This will be my first pride celebration. To celebrate I have gathered some of the words from my #ActuallyAutistic peers

I fit in at Aspect and love it! - by Tom Broadley

Ten years ago, my mum enrolled me in Aspect’s Adult Community Services (ACS) program in Hawthorn, Victoria. I was diagnosed on the autism spectrum at age 14, and didn’t do well at school.

Providing Needed Resources for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

Very little is known about how autism is understood and supported in culturally and linguistically diverse communities, including First Nations People.

The benefits of using visual supports

Visual supports provide a visual reference that can be used as often as needed, and can support people on the autism spectrum with skill development, communication and increased independence.

Constantly on the go?

Our a different brilliant® podcast explores with the the connection between movement, sports and autism. Have a listen.

Our amazing 16th Annual Recognition Awards recipients

The Aspect National Recognition Awards acknowledge the achievements of exceptional people in the Autistic and autism communities.

A Parents’ Perspective by Melanie Carrier

This year our household celebrated our son Liam starting an apprenticeship as a cabinet maker. We never would have dreamt of this day almost 18 years ago, when at just 2 years old, he was diagnosed on the autism spectrum.

Coffee anyone?

From Lattes to Cappuccinos, our Aspect Central Coast high schoolers are brewing up a storm through a new work education and employment program, which aims to prepare students for a smooth transition into employment post-school.

World Autism Understanding Day by Dr. Wenn Lawson (PhD)

Being ‘aware of autism’ implies having a certain knowledge of autism that states ‘autism exists’. It does not imply a need for understanding and this is pivotal to being able to action autism awareness into furthering promotion of autism and Autistic inclusion and wellness.

Hair and Harmony - by Ainslie Robinson

How me getting to grips with my daughters hair led me to think differently about my role as a parent, my daughter’s culture and why this is important in my work in autism.

My story as a proud Autistic wheelchair user - by Aspen

Did you know that Autistic people have a greater chance of developing other medical issues at birth and later in life than the average non-autistic person? A lot of us actually use wheelchairs. Hi! I’m Aspen, a proud Autistic wheelchair user and this is my story.