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We often get requests for further information about autism as well as discovering new and amazing resources, so over time, we have created this list of links to a range of resources about autism that we've found useful or that our community has shared with us.

On this page, you can find links to organisations and networks in Victoria, around Australia, and around the world. There's also a list of resources for by and for autistic individuals as well as parents, carers, supporters, employers, and teachers.

There are lots of links here, but new resources are being created all the time, and we know that there are a lot more that we may not know about. If you have a great resource, website, or book recommendation for us (or if one of the links below is broken), please get in touch with our AV admin team.

by the autistic community for the autistic community

Websites

NeuroClastic - the autism spectrum according to autistic people
Spectrum Women Magazine is an international collaboration by and for autistic women.
Autism from the Inside provide a safe and inclusive space for the autism community to connect, learn and grow.
Asperger Adults (Canada) by A.J. Mahari provides information, insight, and support for autistic adults

Forums / Online Communities

Aspies for Freedom is an online open chat room for autistic adults (16+)
Wrong Planet is an online community designed for neurodivergent individuals and their parents and professionals in the area.
SANE Forums is an online community run by SANE Australia for people living with mental illness and their carers. The forums are moderated by health professionals in the background.

Support Groups and Networks

Autistic Self Advocacy Network is run by autistic adults in Australia and New Zealand and invites participation from peers who are interested in self-advocacy.
Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia (A4) is a national grassroots organisation focused on systemic advocacy for the autistic community.

Articles, books, and magazines

Article from Quirky.Stimmy.Cool on the NeuroClastic website: How Do I Tell My Autistic Child About Autism?
Welcome To The Autistic Community by ASAN (Autistic Self Advocacy Network) is a plain language guide to autism and what it means to be part of the autistic community.
Different, Not Less by Australian autistic actor and disability advocate Chloe Hayden is a guide to celebrating and supporting neurodivergence.
Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Youth by Yellow Ladybugs is a guide to greater visibility, better understanding, and improved support for autistic girls and gender diverse young people.
Book: Spectrum Women - Walking to the Beat of Autism is an collection of pieces by autistic women, edited by autistic writer, academic, and advocate Barb Cook.
100-ish Inclusive Children’s Books on Autism and Neurodiversity by Not an Autism Mom has a list of books selected by That Au-Some Book Club " (for young people of all ages). There are also links to recommended books for adults.
ABC Ramp Up is an archive of three and a half years of discussions and conversations about disability. Was curated by the late Stella Young.
Kieran Rose (The Autistic Advocate) via Therapist Neurodiversity Collective: Actually Autistic Advice: how to explaining autism to a newly diagnosed young adult.

Organisations

Victoria

Amaze is a not for profit supporting the autistic community through resources, articles, advocacy, and their Autism Connect helpline.
Yellow Ladybugs run events and activities for autistic girls and non-binary young people.
I Can Network is an autistic-led not for profit organisation which provides programs and mentor opportunities to autistic secondary school students and young adults.
Different Journeys run activities and events for autistic individuals and their families.

Interstate and National Organisations

Raising Children is an Australian Government supported parenting website showing the various pathways through diagnosis and support.
Reframing Autism is an autistic-led not for profit organisation seeking to change how society sees autism and the autistic community.
Positive Partnerships (NSW) a critical resource for parents, carers and supporters about supporting autistic individuals.
The Spectrum (SA) has a range of information resources about autism.
Synapse is Australian-based website with a large volume of information from Australia and overseas including a wide range of fact sheets.
Autism Awareness Australia provides information about autism.
NDIS website - find offices & contacts in your area

International Organisations

Asperger / Autism Network (AANE) (USA) works with individuals, families, and professionals to help autistic people to build meaningful, connected lives.
Aspergers Experts (USA) provide a variety of supports for the autistic community.
GRASP - Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership (USA) is an autistic- and neurodivergent-led not for profit focused on improving the lives of autistic adults through community outreach, peer supports, education, and advocacy.
Autism Speaks (USA) is the largest autism science and advocacy organisation in the USA. Please be aware that this organisation mentions cures and is not well regarded by the autistic community worldwide.
Autism Canada is the peak body for autism in Canada.

National Autistic Society (UK) work towards creating a society that works for autistic people.
Autistica (UK) is a not-for-profit which funds research, shapes policy, and works with autistic people to improve the lives of autistic people.
PANDAS (Promoting Acceptance of Neuro Divergence And Support) (UK) runs NeuroBears, an online course designed by autistic adults to explain autism to autistic young people.

Professionals specialising in autism

Tony Attwood is a global professional expert on autism. He has a range of books and resources and regularly runs events and webinars for various audiences.
Sue Larkey is an autism specialist, teacher and author. Sue's Larkey's website has many resources, seminar information and tip sheets, focussing on helping autistic children in the school environment.
Dr Wenn Lawson is an autistic author, consultant, autism expert, and speaker.
Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC), based at La Trobe University in Victoria, was established to advance knowledge on the nature and causes of autism, as well as to develop and study evidence-based strategies for supporting autistic individuals & families.

For Supporters

For Parents and Carers

Book: The Australian Autism Handbook provides information and guidance on parenting autistic children.
Asperger Toolbox - blog hosted by the mother of an autistic young person sharing her experience about supporting her child at school and in daily life. Last updated in 2017.
Speaking of Speech provides free online therapy resources available for download.
Specialist Schools in Victoria search for the closest specialist school via post code
Aspergers Syndrome Me UK is a parent-created and -run website offering help, support, and information about autism.
My Aspergers Child (USA) has helpful articles for parents and carers about supporting autistic children.
Your Little Professor (USA) has resources and academic programs for autistic children and articles about denying diagnosis, sensory integration, bullying, and more.
Asperger Syndrome Education Network (ASPEN) (USA) provides education, support and advocacy to autistic individuals and families.

For Teachers

Article from Stages Learning: How to Bring Positive Psychology into Special Education and Inclusive Classrooms for Students with Autism
Article from Teach for America: 6 Tips for Teaching Student with Autism
Article from Structural Learning: Neurodiversity in the Classroom: A Teacher's Guide
Podcast episode and article from Sue Larkey: Episode 109: Teaching Neurodiverse Students in Your Busy and Complex Classroom

For Partners

ASPIA (Asperger Syndrome Partner Information Australia), providing supportive information and contacts for partners of adults with Asperger's Syndrome
Article from Psychology Today: Asperger Emotions and Adult Relationships

EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT

Rise is a Victorian Goverment founded by the Department of Health and Human Services recruitment program which provides people on the autism spectrum with sustainable and meaningful employment options.
JobAccess is an Australian Government website providing information about employment for people with disability
The Field Jobs is an accessible inclusive employment platform run by peers which lists job opportunities for people with disability
Inner Melbourne VET Cluster (IMVC) is a not for profit organisation providing vocational education to young people experiencing disadvantage.
YES Program provides young people aged 15 to 29 with a 12 month entry-level opportunity to work at the Victorian Public Service while completing accredited training.
Victorian Government Graduate Program
Specialisterne delivers neurodiversity hiring programs via a non-traditional recruitment strategy that supports neurodivergent candidates to showcase their skills.
Neurodiversity Hub provides programs, skills and experience to support neurodivergent students to become work-ready by and building connections with organisations that value their talents.

The Working Brain is a research project about neurodiversity and mental health in design and the build environment.
Article from Work Design Magazine: How to Design Workplaces for Neurodivergent Employees

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