Celebrating the Strengths of autisticsOur truly unique peer-led, for-purpose organisation is celebrating our autistics, celebrating strengths and celebrating more than 30 years of support. Since 1991, our organisation has been driven by the power of peer support and lived experience, delivering sector leading peer programs and services to empower our neurodivergent autistic community. We provide a range of member grassroot support services across the lifespan from children to adults, parents and carers, professionals and employers to support discovery of strengths, manage challenges, and empower the autistic community. Membership and the services provided by AV is best suited to those identifying with the equivalent support needs of the DSM-5 diagnostic manual's Level 1 or Level 2 definition of autism (formerly diagnosed as Asperger's), who can independently participate. Our Board all have lived experience as do all of our staff and our volunteers.
Formerly named Asperger's Victoria, in 2025 our organization has been proud to evolve and move forward with our new name Autism Valued. For more information, we invite you to read our most recent blog post including an update on community feedback. For more information, we invite you to read our earlier blog post.
We understand and support how an individual describes their neurology is an individual thing. This may be Aspergers, autistic person, on the Spectrum, Aspie and more. Given our limited resources, we focus our service for a specific niche part of our community's spectrum who often face hidden but shared issues in their own way. We deliver empowerment through:
|
Peer Groups & Interest Groups
We welcome new attendees at all of our groups. If you would like to join one of our activities, please visit the activity page for more information and to register. | Employment & Training
We offer:
| Latest News
|
About UsAV has been actively supporting autistic people who identify with often hidden characteristics for over 31 years. Our services, support and advocacy are provided by a dedicated team of staff and peer volunteers, all with lived experience. AV is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of children using our services. We seek to promote and protect the rights of all children attending our activities and prevent abuse from occurring by fostering a child safe culture. AV will present environments and experiences that consider and put measures in place to ensure the respect and safety of children. |
Our VisionOur vision is : A world where the strengths of all Autism is celebrated, realised and valued Our mission is : Autism Valued inspires, empowers and supports Autistics, and other neurodiverse profiles, to be themselves and realise their ambitions through social connection, employment inclusion and advocacy across their lives. Our purpose is to provide individuals, families, businesses and professionals with opportunities to connect, be part of communities and share knowhow - with a focus on inclusion, strengths and respect. Our vision is to create a more inclusive world for autistics. We believe that greater understanding and acceptance of autistics is critical... |
Get InvolvedMembership is based on an annual subscription. Membership is open to autistics, their loved ones and supporters. Membership and the services provided by AV is best suited to those identifying with the equivalent support needs of the DSM-5 diagnostic manual's Level 1 or Level 2 definition of autism (formerly diagnosed as Asperger's), who can independently participate. We offer several different membership options to suit you. We also have a range of volunteer roles available including:
Also we have staff roles including contractor roles regularly coming up including for coaches All our team have lived experience. |
Getting a DiagnosisKnowing whether to get a diagnosis or knowing what to do once you've received a diagnosis are challenging times, regardless of age or time of life. | Stories & TestimonialsOur truly unique peer-led, for-purpose organisation is celebrating Autism, celebrating strengths and celebrating more than 30 years of support. Since 1991 our organisation has been driven by the power of peer support and lived experience, delivering sector leading peer programs and services to empower our neurodiverse Autistic community. |
Thank you to our supporters |
|  |
|  |
|
|
|
|
Power Neighbourhood House
|
|
|
|
AV is committed to the safety, inclusion and wellbeing of children. We invite you to read our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. If you have feedback, thoughts, or suggestions, please contact our AV admin team. We especially welcome input from children and young people.
 | We rely on donations and memberships to provide specialised support, advocate for change and fill the gap in the specific services our community needs. |
