To help with the transition to adulthood, Aspect is developing Side by Side, a free online hub of trusted information and structured support for Autistic young people and their families. The program will be launched in November 2026.
Side by Side is co-designed with an advisory team of Autistic youth, parents and researchers, ensuring the program is grounded in both lived experience and contemporary evidence.
What can participants expect?
Side by Side supports young people and their families to explore, understand and plan for life after school. The program will offer:
- a virtual information hub of pathway options after school with self-guided learning modules (Easy Read version available)
- online appointments with Autistic peer navigators
- tailored group sessions and webinars.
Interested in Side by Side? Join our mailing list
Side by Side is launching in October. Join our mailing list to receive updates and be among the first young people and families to learn more about the program.
You are invited to join our Side by Side mailing list if you are:
- an Autistic young person aged 16–25* or
- a parent or carer supporting a young person as they explore adulthood.
We'll send you information when Side by Side becomes available. You'll only receive information about Side by Side – we won't send unwanted emails.
Register your interest by completing the form below and decide later if Side by Side is right for you – there's no obligation to take part.
*While the program is focused on the 16–25 age group, many of our resources may still be helpful for Autistic people and families outside this age range. If you'd like to discuss your circumstances further, you're welcome to complete the form below and we'll explore what supports may be most appropriate for you.
Side by Side is supported by funding from the Australian Government through the Reform of the Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) Program, Individual and Family Capacity Building 2025–26 grant opportunity, administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
