What Matters to me, Mardi Gras 2020

My name is Trudy, I am a high school teacher, a case manager of students with disabilities, a proud autistic woman, a passionate autistic advocate and a proud gay woman. And this is What Matters to me...

World Autism Acceptance Day Blog

This year for world autism acceptance day, TK talks about the importance of accepting your child's diagnosis, and how you guys can improve your travel into the world of autism much smoother.

The Difference Between Divisive and Devices

This time Thomas talks about a matter that has been divisive between aspies and autistic parents. This matter is regularly seen in the world today, but what could it be? Click the link to find out.

School's Back! TK's Advice for Parents

It's a new year and the TK blog is back! After a hiatus, Thomas is back with a blog targeted to parents and professionals. For his first blog this decade TK gives some advice for parents who are worried about the new school year

Are autistic individuals vulnerable to financial exploitation? – by Dr Ru Ying Cai

Researchers around the world have begun to take an interest in the financial experiences of autistic individuals. This is an important area of research as being able to manage your own finances is critical for living an independent life.

Relaxed performances at the Sydney Festival 2020

From Sydney CBD to Parramatta, Sydney Festival 2020 unleashes its 2020 program on the city. Here's a list of relaxed performances (sensory-friendly) to help you enjoy this essential fixture of Sydney’s summer calendar.

Leadership is a journey

As we celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), Aspect Research assistant and Inclusion Consultant Emma Gallagher, shares her personal journey and her perspective on the empowerment of people on the autism spectrum.

Flying high

A few Aspect students and their families were given the opportunity to fly in a jumbo!

6 powerful reasons you should give to charity instead of giving Christmas gifts this year

Christmas is a time of giving. Here are 6 reasons why you should donate to charity in lieu of presents so your gift will provide meaningful support to those in need.

Autism and dating - what the research tells us - by Emma Gallagher

Dating can be fun, exciting, nerve-racking and at times, downright confusing. And while everyone’s experiences are different, for autistic people dating can come with an extra layer of complexity; involving reading non-verbal cues, picking up on innuendoes and an expectation to communicate emotions.

First Impressions Review - The A Word - By Ben Calandruccio

Ben Calandruccio is a movie fan, writer and a young man on the autism spectrum.He's back with a new review, of the series "The 'A' Word".

OT Week: Q&A with OT Emma Towns

Monday 21 Oct marks the start of Occupation Therapy Week (#OTWeek) across Australia. Out in the community, we often receive the question “What is occupational therapy?”, and so this year we’re shining a spotlight on a couple of Occupational Therapists and we start with Emma Towns.