For communities
Communities play an important role in shaping inclusion for Autistic people. Everyday interactions, shared spaces and local services can influence whether people feel welcome and able to participate. This page shares practical ideas to support understanding and inclusion in community settings.
Information sheets
Resources designed to support inclusive, autism-friendly communities and everyday environments.
Explore our resources and learn practical ways to support inclusion, accessibility and participation in your community.
Videos
Abbey Faulkner
Abbey, an advocate for Autistic people and cast member of ABC’s The Assembly, shares practical insights on how to be supportive to people on the autism spectrum.
Jules Gramatkovski
Jules, a proud Gomeroi woman and founder of Dhinawan Yarn and Entertainment, is the parent of an Autistic child and shares what she would like people to know about autism.
Podcasts
Blogs
A refugee mother’s path to empowerment and understanding
Cing's is a devoted mother of a child on
the autism spectrum and a proud Burmese refugee. Her story highlights the immense challenges that refugee families face as
they navigate trauma, resettlement, and parenting a child with a disability.
From Indoors to Engagement: Bernie finds her confidence and place in the community
Bernie joined Aspect Adult Community Services St Albans centre in 2021. From the very beginning, her happy personality stood out.
Headphones help me navigate the world. Don't assume I can't hear you.
Why noise-cancelling headphones matter as a support for Autistic people, including one woman’s experience.
Supporting our Autistic communities
For arts and culture
Explore resources designed to support inclusion in arts and cultural spaces.
For travel and transport
Guidance and tools to help make journeys, public transport and travel spaces more autism-friendly.
For sports clubs
Resources to support inclusive participation, communication and environments in community sport.
For healthcare
Information to support accessible and supportive health care experiences for Autistic people.
Events and activities
Make a meaningful difference
This World Autism Understanding Month, you have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Autistic individuals and their families.
Aspect Autism Friendly Webinar
Encourage your community to take just 20 minutes to watch the webinar, and start real, impactful conversations about inclusion.
Resource pack
World Autism Understanding Month resource packs
Download ready-to-use social media graphics, posters and resources to help you share and promote understanding throughout WAUM.