Autism Valued Inc upcoming events

Teen Work Know-How Program: Expressions of Interest Form (1 Jul 2025)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Teens Work Know-How Program
Our program runs on the financial year, in which case, we are now taking Expressions for round 1 (2026)
Timetables Below!

Register here:

https://aspergersvic.org.au/event-6210684/Registration

Join Our Teens Work Know-How Program: Your Opportunity to Shine

Are you or someone you know a student, and ready to be supported in taking the next step towards transitioning from School into the Workforce? We’re thrilled to invite you to express your early interest in our Teens Work Know-How Program, running in 2026. This will allow us to showcase community need.

This early application will help us in proactively managing our program to ensure its the best it can be for all, and in our grant applications and advocacy work. Your early efforts are supporting us to keep this program funded, and our community supported.

Please see below possible dates for the 2026 program!

Why This Program Matters

Our Teens Work Know-How Program is more than just a series of workshops—it’s a community-driven initiative designed to empower neurodiverse teens with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in the workplace. Here’s why this program is crucial:

Empowering Futures: We provide the tools and support to help neurodiverse teens navigate the professional world with confidence. This program is tailored to highlight and harness their unique strengths.
Building Stronger Communities: By focusing on individual abilities and fostering an inclusive environment, we are building a community where everyone can contribute and succeed. Jacob, our Program Manager, knows firsthand, "a lot of learning for our cohort is helping them cut through the jargon, explaining the first principles, the Why behind the actions taken, and being able to understand and mentor their curiosity".
Advocating for Change: Your involvement helps us collect valuable data that showcases the impact and ROI of neurodiverse talent, how educators and employers can best support, harness and train your talents, and helping all parties understand how the spectrum may speak in a place of work.

This evidence is critical for securing future funding and expanding our reach and services to community, and more importantly, employers are businesses, this helps us showcase with tangible data, supported by our industry stakeholders, the long-term results of employing our community. The earlier our cohort understand themselves, their place on the spectrum, only then can they support, or be supported

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the Teens Work Know-How Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Age: Must be within the legal working age of 15- 18 by the time the program round starts.
School Enrollment: Must be enrolled in secondary school or through the Home Schooling Network (HEN).
Commitment: Must be able to meet the scheduled requirements of the program.
School Support: Must have the school’s knowledge and signature for work experience placement to be included as part of the participant's school VET (Vocational Education and Training) learning.

How Your Participation Makes a Difference

Early Access: By expressing your interest now, you’ll be prioritized for onboarding in our final round of the current grant extension in 2025.
Future Notifications: You’ll be among the first to hear about additional funding and new programs from 2025-2026 if we receive further funding.
Program Development: Your early application helps us understand community needs and develop diverse program options, including school curriculum integration, holiday programs, and/ or online courses.

Real Stories, Real Impact

Our program isn’t just about skills; it’s about changing lives. Here is a story from our Team that highlight the social value of our work:

Community Voices: One of our participants, "Emma", shared how the program helped her build confidence in a way that traditional approaches in school didn’t. She learned to speak to her unique strengths to feel more confident in job interviews and the transition process, understanding that what made her a leader in her basket ball team, and her love for sport, is why she is fit for the role; not because of her Resume. This participant then went off to work in a sports store at DFO.

Another student, "Samantha" also suffered from stress related/undiagnosed tics, something that Jacob, due to his Tourette Syndrome understood the self consciousness of. Both of them, not being around many other "Tickers" connected, this report, this shared understanding, allowed for Sam to take of the mask, to transition from the timid shy girl who came in, feeling like her ticks would make her unable to achieve her goals, to one of the stand out students in our cohort. This preconceived mindset was brought to a halt; when she saw someone, doing exactly what she felted would never be possible. That reprograming of her believes, through seeing it with their own eyes, and being understood, was shared to be more impactful then any information, and a deeply impactful moment for both, and our program so far.

Our ILC Commitment

Since 2019, supported by an ILC grant, we’ve faced challenges but remain dedicated to our mission; to deliver the Teens Work Know-How Program.

Despite the hurdles, including those from COVID-19, we’ve persevered, and pivoted through these challenges with the support of our community and stakeholders.
We continued to focus on leading by example, employing more lived experience team members, and exceeding past outcomes.

Your participation is key to our success. It allows us to:

Showcase Unique Talents: Highlight the skills and abilities of neurodiverse teens.
Secure Essential Funding: Use collected data to advocate for extended or new grants.
Expand Our Offerings: Create more programs tailored to various needs and preferences.

Register here:

https://aspergersvic.org.au/event-6210684/Registration

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Teens Group: April - Online Meeting (10 Apr 2026)

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Teens Hub: April

- Online Meeting via Discord

About our Group

Our Teens group celebrates Autistic and other similar neurodivergent teens. It provides a fun and inclusive environment, for these teens to to meet and hang out to play games or chat, with people that have a similar life experience. At our online meetings, the Teens meet via Discord, and each Teen must be supervised by a parent or carer when accessing the Discord server.

The Teens Team:

Callan T, Callan B, Amelia, Shannen - Volunteer Mentors

Volunteers needed

We’re looking for volunteers aged 18 and older to help out as Teens Mentors. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link / Discord link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

How to register

- In the first section, enter the details of the teen attending.

- In the second section, enter the details of the parent / carer / support worker who will be at the same address as the teen.

What is Discord?

Discord is a free voice, video and text chat app for teens and adults aged 13 and over. Teens can access Discord via their computer or smart phone. Using Discord, they can join servers they have been invited to, create private servers with their friends, or message each other individually or in group chats. We suggest reading the Parents' Guide to Discord Blog before joining for the first time.

Is it safe for our teens to use?

Yes. Autism Valued have created a dedicated, secure server for our Teens group. Only registered participants can access the AV Teens Discord server, and the link changes monthly for security. Our moderators have the list of registered teens and will only allow them to be online during the meeting.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide (includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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The Late Discovered Group: April - In-Person Meeting (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Late Discovered Group: April

- In-Person Meeting

About the Late Discovered Group

This peer support group is a welcoming space for Autistic adults who were diagnosed later in life or discovered their Autism on their own. Many of us grew up feeling “different” without having the language or support to understand why. This group exists to honour those experiences and offer connection, validation, and community with others who truly get it.

Together, we share stories, reflect on identity, unlearn harmful narratives, and explore what autism means for us now—in relationships, work, mental health, and everyday life. There’s no pressure to mask, explain yourself, or have everything figured out. You can listen, talk, stim, ramble, be quiet, laugh, or process at your own pace. This is a judgment-free, neurodiversity-affirming space where late discovery is not a deficit, but a meaningful part of your story.

The Late Discovered is a parent/carer free zone - parents/carers of attendees are invited to join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead. (Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome.)

Volunteers welcome

If you’re interested in volunteering to help make this, or any of our other groups happen, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Venue Information

The Victoria Hotel - 188 Hyde St, Yarraville VIC 3013
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Public Transport: Yarraville Train Station (700m). 409 Bus (100m). A large car park is available at the rear of the venue.
Accessibility: The venue fully accessible and accessible toilets are available.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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Adults Group: April - In-Person Meeting (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: April

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

Our Adults Group is for older members of the Aspergers autistic community and those with other similar neurodivergent profiles. It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults are welcome to join in. (Young adults may prefer to attend our Young Adults group meetings as well as or instead of this group.)

This month we will be discussing: What are our biggest Challenges?

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

We’re looking for a volunteer Group Assistant to support our Group Leader and help to run the group. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
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Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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Teens Group: April - In-Person Meeting (17 Apr 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Teens Group: April - In-Person Meeting

About our Group

Our Teens group is for teens with Autistic teens, and those with a similar neurodivergent profile to meet and hang out to play games or chat while their parents / carers meet in another room at the same venue to chat, provide support and share ideas and advice.

Teens will be supervised by our Teens Mentors.
In another room at the same venue, parents will be met by our Parents Contact to chat and exchange experiences.

The Teens Team:

Callan T, Callan B, Amelia, Shannen - Volunteer Mentors
Sandy - Parent Contact

Volunteers needed

We’re looking for volunteers aged 18 and older to help out as Teens Mentors so we can continue to run in-person activities. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV volunteers have a Working with Children Check.

Each teen must be accompanied by one parent or carer.

A parent or carer must attend with their teen and must remain on site for the duration of the activity.

We understand that another parent or family member may wish to join the activity, however we can only accommodate one adult per registered teen, and we are unable to accommodate additional adults on the night.

Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members, FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Venue Information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145

Power Neighbourhood House website

Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps

Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.

Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

How to register

- In the first section, enter the details of the teen attending.

- In the second section, enter the details of the parent / carer / support worker who will be attending with the teen.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration

How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Adults Group: April - Online Meeting (21 Apr 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: April

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: What are our biggest Challenges?

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - parents/carers of attendees are invited to join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead. (Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome.)

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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Young Adults Group: April - Online Meeting (23 Apr 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Young Adults Group: April

- Online Meeting

About our Group

Our Young Adults group is a great place for autistic and similar neurodivergent profile adults aged 18 years - 35 years (approx.) to meet, chat, and play games with no social pressure. As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to attend our separate Parents & Carers group.

The session is facilitated by the Young Adult team:

Matthew - YA Group Leader
Cal, Brooklyn, Tim, Todd, Corey - YA Mentors

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV volunteers have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, attendees must register to receive a Zoom meeting link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity(includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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Job Seeker Network — Roadmap Module 02 - Understanding Your Strengths (24 Apr 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Module 02 - Understanding Your Strengths

What if the way you've been told to think about yourself at work has been completely wrong?

This April, the AV Job Seeker Network continues the JobSeeker Roadmap with a session dedicated to one of the most powerful — and most misunderstood — parts of career development: understanding your genuine strengths.

Most of us have spent far more time cataloguing what we struggle with than exploring what we excel at. This session flips that entirely — drawing on strengths-based research, Advantaged Thinking, and tools including CliftonStrengths and VIA Character Strengths to help you identify your natural talents, build your personal brand, and articulate your unique value proposition.

Meeting Details

The new program introduces a clearer structure with monthly modules, practical worksheets, and a dedicated facilitator who is an Careers Practitioner Specialising in Neurodiversity and Disability Employment Supports.

This means the program now combines two things that matter deeply to Autism Valued:

Professional career development expertise
Lived experience leadership from within our community

Our meetings are currently held online via Zoom on the last Friday of every month.

Participants gain access to a 09 module self-paced learning series, alongside monthly Job Seeker Meetings that provide space for reflection, questions, and connection regardless of which module someone is currently engaging with.

About This Session

Strengths-based thinking isn't a feel-good exercise — it is a research-backed approach that consistently produces better career outcomes. This session introduces the concept of Advantaged Thinking: the understanding that individual strengths exist within a structural context, and that identifying both is essential to building a career that actually works for you.

We explore how to identify natural talents versus learned skills, how to translate those into work-relevant language, and how to build a personal brand and value proposition — even without a traditional employment history. Importantly, this session addresses the reality that autistic and neurodiverse people often bring significant strengths that conventional hiring processes fail to recognise — and gives you the tools to change that.

What’s Included

All AV facilitators and volunteers are peers of their group participants and hold a valid Working with Children Check. If you know a child whom could benefit from our sessions, they must be registered by the parents membership, and/ or accompanied by an adult.

Cost and Membership Information

Registered job seekers may be eligible to have their AV membership reimbursed or covered by job-seeking support programs, such as those offered through Disability Employment Services (DES) or NDIS providers. To check eligibility and request support:

Contact your job-seeking program provider or NDIS plan manager.
Explain that AV membership provides access to employment support programs designed for neurodiverse individuals.
Provide them with AV’s details and a description of the AV Job Seeker Network (available upon request from our admin team).

If you need further assistance, please reach out to our Facilitator directly.

AV Membership Benefits

Access to free tickets for activities, including the AV Job Seeker Network.
Exclusive access to members-only programs and interest groups.
Opportunities to support the work AV does for the neurodiverse community.

If cost is a barrier; and you would like to join AV, please contact our admin team for support.

Registration Guidelines

Registration is required for all AV activities.
For online events, you must register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Community Guides

We’ve created step-by-step guides to make participation easy:

How to register for an AV activity: View registration details or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration: Includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options.
How to access an AV Zoom Activity: Tips on Zoom etiquette and troubleshooting common issues.
AV Zoom Guide: Detailed instructions on using in-Zoom features and settings.

These guides are designed to ensure that every participant has a smooth and enjoyable experience.

For Assistance or More Information

Get in Touch

Facilitator (JSN)

Sarah Ballard
jsmoderator@autismvalued.org.au

Programs / Network Manager

Jacob Alan Kness
programs@autismvalued.org.au
0427 553 077

General Admin

Admin@autismvalued.org.au | 0480 385 710

Office Hours

Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

After-Hours Support

Phone support available 1 hour before and during
the first hour of each event

Please note emails may not be attended to afterhours

Policies and Terms

Join the AV Job Seeker Network and take the first step toward meaningful employment, supported by a community that values your unique strengths and potential.

Parents & Carers Group: April - Online Meeting (28 Apr 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Parents & Carers Group: April

- Online Meeting

About the Parents & Carers Group

Are you a parent/carer of someone who is Autistic or similarly Neurodivergent? Do you want to meet people who share similar experiences with you?

The group meets monthly, acting as an opportunity to chat, share advice, and discuss among people with similar-lived experience.

This is an online peer support meeting open to all parents and carers (including Autistic parents/carers) of Autistic children, teens and adults to meet, chat, exchange ideas and find support

Our Peer Support Groups are volunteer led by those with lived experience who are peers of the groups they lead.

About our Group Leaders

Our Parents & Carers Group Leaders are Toni, Sue, Lucy, Adriana and Karen.

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration

How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)

How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Topic Spotlight Touchstone Meeting: If You Could Redesign Recruitment — What Changes First? (30 Apr 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

About this session

Recruitment isn’t just about getting a job — it shapes confidence, direction, and long-term outcomes.

When the process is misaligned, people are filtered out before they’ve had a fair chance to show what they can actually do.

This session helps us surface real insights from lived experience — not to complain about the system, but to rethink it.

What we’ll explore

What currently works — and what clearly doesn’t
Where recruitment processes create confusion, pressure, or misalignment
What skills and strengths are often missed or misunderstood
Alternatives to traditional interviews and screening methods
What a more practical, strengths-aligned recruitment pathway could look like

Why this matters

Recruitment isn’t just about getting a job — it shapes confidence, direction, and long-term outcomes.

When the process is misaligned, people are filtered out before they’ve had a fair chance to show what they can actually do.

This session helps us surface real insights from lived experience — not to complain about the system, but to rethink it.

Who should attend

This session is open to all members of our community — whether you are:

Navigating your own job pathway
Supporting someone through theirs
Working within employment, education, or support services
Or simply interested in improving how recruitment works

What to expect

A structured but relaxed group conversation
Space to share perspectives (or simply listen)
Practical insights that feed into our broader World of Work and Job Seeker Network initiatives

The goal

To move beyond “how things are done”
—and start defining what good actually looks like.

What Are Touchstone Discussions?

A touchstone is a measure — something used to test the strength and validity of an idea.

At AV, our Touchstone Discussions are exactly that.

They are a space where ideas around work, employment, and inclusion are explored in real time — shaped by lived experience, not assumption.

These are live, guided community conversations designed to sit alongside the AV: World of Work platform and podcast.

While the podcast is still being prepared for release, these sessions are helping shape the direction of those conversations. Moving forward, each Touchstone will reflect on a specific podcast episode and topic — creating space to unpack what was shared, challenge it, and explore how it shows up in real-world experience.

What this looks like

60-minute facilitated Zoom discussions
Open to all members — job seekers, professionals, parents, and supporters
Guided prompts linked to key employment themes
Space for both active contribution or simply listening

Why this matters

Conversations shouldn’t end when an episode does.

Touchstones create a space where ideas can be tested, expanded, and grounded in lived experience — recognising that there is no single perspective that defines the community.

They allow us to:

Explore what’s actually happening on the ground
Capture a range of perspectives across different lived experiences
Challenge assumptions and surface what’s missing
Build insight that reflects the community — not just the facilitator

How this connects forward

As the AV: World of Work podcast launches, these discussions will directly align with each episode — forming a continuous loop between:

Episode → Community Reflection → Insight → Action

THE GROUP MINDSETS

Touchstone Meetings operate under six shared mindsets, agreed by the community. Facilitators are encouraged to name these briefly at the start of each session.

Mindset	Value	What it means in practice
Positive	We see possibilities, strengths, and talents.	Lead with what people can do, not what they can't.
Growth	We pursue goals through learning and share that knowledge — without judgement.	It's okay not to have answers. It's okay to change your mind.
Empowerment	We listen, support, and encourage others to grow.	Your role is to open doors, not tell people which one to choose.
Empathy	We try to understand another's situation and help, if asked.	You don't need to have lived it to honour it.
Trust	We value the privacy and confidentiality of others.	What's shared in the room stays in the room.
Respect	We acknowledge the wishes and rights of others.	Including respecting someone's need for space or silence.
Inclusion	We make all peers feel welcome and understood.	Actively, not just passively.

CODES OF CONDUCT

These apply to all online Touchstone sessions. Facilitators name them briefly at the start, and can return to them if needed during the session.

CODE	DETAIL
Brevity	Keep answers under 2 minutes. Succinct communication is a professional skill— and it creates space for others.
Attentiveness	Wait your turn. Avoid interrupting. When not speaking, be present for whoever is.
Language	Use appropriate, professional language throughout.
Focus	Keep discussion on topic. Refrain from oversharing. This is a professional networking group.
Respect	Be inclusive and respectful to all members at all times.
Comfort	Turn your camera or mic on or off as feels comfortable. Consider others' sensory needs.
Accessibility	The Zoom chat function is always available for those who prefer written participation.

The intent

Not to speak about the community
—but to think with it

And to ensure what we build reflects real experience, not assumptions.

What happens with the insights

The reflections, patterns, and themes raised in these sessions are captured and reviewed to help inform:

Future podcast episodes and direction
Job Seeker Network and program design
Advocacy and sector conversations
Practical tools and resources for the community

Cost and Membership Information

Contact your job-seeking program provider or NDIS plan manager.
Explain that AV membership provides access to employment support programs designed for neurodiverse individuals.
Provide them with AV’s details and a description of the AV Job Seeker Network (available upon request from our admin team).

If you need further assistance, please reach out to our Facilitator directly.

AV Membership Benefits

Access to free tickets for activities, including the AV Job Seeker Network.
Exclusive access to members-only programs and interest groups.
Opportunities to support the work AV does for the neurodiverse community.

If cost is a barrier; and you would like to join AV, please contact our admin team for support.

Registration Guidelines

Registration is required for all AV activities.
For online events, you must register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Community Guides

We’ve created step-by-step guides to make participation easy:

How to register for an AV activity: View registration details or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration: Includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options.
How to access an AV Zoom Activity: Tips on Zoom etiquette and troubleshooting common issues.
AV Zoom Guide: Detailed instructions on using in-Zoom features and settings.

These guides are designed to ensure that every participant has a smooth and enjoyable experience.

For Assistance or More Information

Get in Touch

Programs / Network Manager

Jacob Alan Kness
programs@autismvalued.org.au
0427 553 077

General Admin

Admin@autismvalued.org.au | 0480 385 710

Office Hours

Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

After-Hours Support

Phone support available 1 hour before and during
the first hour of each event

Please note emails may not be attended to afterhours

Policies and Terms

Adults Group: April - In-Person Social Night (30 Apr 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: April

- In-Person Social Night

About the Adults Group

Our Adults Group is for older members of the Autistic community and those with other similar neurodivergent profiles. It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults are welcome to join in. (Young adults may prefer to attend our Young Adults group meetings as well as or instead of this group.)

As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to join our separate Parents & Carers Group.

In each month where there is a fifth Thursday, the Adults Group has a social night out at a restaurant or pub.

This month, we are going to Sofia Restaurant. We will meet there for dinner at 6:30pm. You are welcome to order a meal to enjoy with the group if you would like to. We will have the opportunity for a general chat until approximately 9:30pm.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact Jack or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Venue information

Sofia Restaurant Camberwell - 857 Burke Rd, Camberwell, VIC 3124
Sofia Restaurant on Google Maps
Sofia Menu
Transport: Camberwell Train Station (250m), 75 Tram stop: Camberwell Junction/Riverside Road (450m), 612 Bus stop: Camberwell Central/Station Street (280m), 72 Tram stop: Prospect Hill Road/Burke Road (100m)

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Partners Group: May - In-Person Meeting (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Partners Group: May - In-Person Meeting

About our Partners Group

Join our Partners Peer Support Group to meet other adults who are in a relationship with someone who is Autistic, or has a similar Neurodivergent profile. Sharing experiences within the safe environment of our peer support meetings can be a lifeline, and sharing with people who have similar lived experience is validating and often educational. Your partner may be self-diagnosed or have a formal diagnosis, and you may share a household or live separately. We are an inclusive group and welcome partners of all genders and relationship types.

This session is facilitated by our Partners Group Leaders. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

Registration is FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees. How to access a free first-time attendee ticket for regular peer support groups.

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for, cancel or view registration details of an AV activity
How to make a payment for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity(includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

The Rainbow Spectrum Group: May - Online Meeting (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Rainbow Spectrum Group: May

- Online Meeting

About our Group

The Rainbow Spectrum Group is a safe, inclusive, and affirming peer support space for Autistic individuals who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community. This group celebrates the diversity of both Neurodivergent and Queer identities, recognizing that everyone’s experience is unique and valid.

We offer a welcoming environment where members can share experiences, build connections, and support one another without judgment. Whether you're looking to talk, listen, learn, or simply exist alongside others who understand, The Rainbow Spectrum Group is a place where you can be your authentic self.

You belong here—exactly as you are.

You are also welcome to attend our Adults Group, our Women & Non-Binary Folk Group, our Young Adults Group, or all three!

This group is facilitated by our Rainbow Spectrum Group Leader.

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Volunteers Needed

We’re looking for volunteers to help out as Group Assistants. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting. Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an activity, view or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide (includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

The Late Discovered Group: May - Online Meeting (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Late Discovered Group: May

- Online Meeting

About the Late Discovered Group

This peer support group is a welcoming space for Autistic adults who were diagnosed later in life or discovered their Autism on their own. Many of us grew up feeling “different” without having the language or support to understand why. This group exists to honor those experiences and offer connection, validation, and community with others who truly get it.

Together, we share stories, reflect on identity, unlearn harmful narratives, and explore what Autism means for us now—in relationships, work, mental health, and everyday life. There’s no pressure to mask, explain yourself, or have everything figured out. You can listen, talk, stim, ramble, be quiet, laugh, or process at your own pace. This is a judgment-free, neurodiversity-affirming space where late discovery is not a deficit, but a meaningful part of your story.

The Late Discovered Group is a parent/carer free zone - parents/carers of attendees are invited to join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead. (Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome.)

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers welcome

If you’re interested in volunteering to help make this, or any of our other groups happen, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV volunteers have a Working with Children Check.

If you wish to contact the team, email latediscoveredmail@autismvalued.org.au.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: May - In-Person Meeting (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: May

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: Managing Co-diagnoses.

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: May - Online Meeting (26 May 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: May

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: Managing Co-diagnoses

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Book Club: May (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Book Club: May

About the AV Book Club

If you enjoy reading fiction for adults and would like to have an incentive to read more, expand your reading list, and to meet with others to share your thoughts and insights and to hear others' perspectives, consider joining the AV Book Club for your next literary adventure. We read and discuss work by autistic authors as well as non-autistic authors.

This month, we will discuss: All the Little Bird-Hearts by Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow

Sunday lives with her sixteen-year-old daughter Dolly in the same house she has lived in all her life. She does things differently from other people, but mostly it works. On her "quiet days" she must eat only white foods. For social situations, she has her etiquette handbook, and for solace her beloved treasury of Sicilian folklore. But the one thing very much out of her control is Dolly – beautiful, headstrong Dolly who is on the cusp of leaving home.

Into this carefully ordered life step Vita and Rollo, a glamorous London couple who move in next door, disarm Sunday with their wit and charm, and proceed to deliciously break just about every rule in her etiquette manual. Soon the two families are in and out of each other’s houses, and Sunday feels loved and accepted like never before. But beneath Vita and Rollo's charm and wealth there is something else, something darker. And Sunday has something that Vita has always wanted for herself, a beautiful, clever daughter of her own.

How to access this book

Book Club book access and purchase guide for 2026 list.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact AV admin.

All attendees must register before attending an AV activity.

For online activities, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity
How to view your registration details or cancel a registration
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide (includes details of in-Zoom features)

For more information

Call 0480 385 710, or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.
Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Groups Way

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Young Adults Group: May - In-Person Meeting (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Young Adults Group: May

- In-Person Meeting

About the Young Adults Group

Our Young Adults Group is a great place for Autistic and other similar Neurodivergent profile adults aged 18 years - 35 years (approx.) to meet, chat, and play games with no social pressure. As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to attend our separate Parents & Carers group.

This activity is likely to be fully booked with a waiting list. We're very much looking forward to seeing everyone, however if something comes up and you can no longer attend, please make sure you cancel your registration so someone else can attend.

About our Group Leaders

The session is facilitated by the Young Adults Group team:

Matthew - YA Group Leader
Cal, Brooklyn, Tim, Todd, Corey - YA Mentors

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members, FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community. If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Venue Information

Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre - 34 Amaroo Street Chadstone, VIC, 3148

Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre Website
Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre on Google Maps

Public transport: Holmesglen Station (1.3km). 623 & 767 bus (350m) . There is a parking lot and on-street parking.

Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity
How to make a payment for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to view your registration details or cancel a registration
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Parents & Carers Group: May - Online Meeting (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Parents & Carers Group: May

- Online Meeting

About the Parents & Carers Group

Are you a parent/carer of someone who is Autistic or similarly Neurodivergent? Do you want to meet people who share similar experiences with you?

The group meets monthly, acting as an opportunity to chat, share advice, and discuss among people with similar-lived experience.

This is an online peer support meeting open to all parents and carers (including Autistic parents/carers) of Autistic children, teens and adults to meet, chat, exchange ideas and find support

Our Peer Support Groups are volunteer led by those with lived experience who are peers of the groups they lead.

About our Group Leaders

Our Parents & Carers Group Leaders are Toni, Sue, Lucy, Adriana and Karen.

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration

How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)

How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Partners Group: June - Online Meeting (4 Jun 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Partners Group: June - Online Meeting

About our Partners Group

Join our Partners Peer Support Group to meet other adults who are in a relationship with someone who is Autistic or has a similar Neurodivergent profile. Sharing experiences within the safe environment of our peer support meetings can be a lifeline, and sharing with people who have similar lived experience is validating and often educational. Your partner may be self-diagnosed or have a formal diagnosis, and you may share a household or live separately. We are an inclusive group and welcome partners of all genders and relationship types.

This session is facilitated by our Partners Group Leaders. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

Registration is FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees. How to access a free first-time attendee ticket for regular peer support groups.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for, cancel or view registration details of an AV activity
How to make a payment for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity(includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Adults Group: June - In-Person Meeting (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: June

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: NDIS and Other Supports

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: June - Online Meeting (23 Jun 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: June

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: NDIS and Other Supports

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
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The Late Discovered Group: July - Online Meeting (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Late Discovered Group: July

- Online Meeting

About the Late Discovered Group

This peer support group is a welcoming space for Autistic adults who were diagnosed later in life or discovered their Autism on their own. Many of us grew up feeling “different” without having the language or support to understand why. This group exists to honor those experiences and offer connection, validation, and community with others who truly get it.

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers welcome

If you’re interested in volunteering to help make this, or any of our other groups happen, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV volunteers have a Working with Children Check.

If you wish to contact the team, email latediscoveredmail@autismvalued.org.au.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view or cancel a registration.
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: July - In-Person Meeting (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: July

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: Intense Interests and Other Enjoyments

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: July - Online Meeting (21 Jul 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: July

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: Intense Interests and Other Enjoyments

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Book Club: July (29 Jul 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Book Club: July

About the AV Book Club

This month, we will discuss: The Outside by Ada Hoffmann

Autistic scientist Yasira Shien has developed a radical new energy drive that could change the future of humanity. But when she activates it, reality warps, destroying the space station and everyone aboard. The AI Gods who rule the galaxy declare her work heretical, and Yasira is abducted by their agents. Instead of simply executing her, they offer mercy – if she’ll help them hunt down a bigger target: her own mysterious, vanished mentor. With her homeworld’s fate in the balance, Yasira must choose who to trust: the gods and their ruthless post-human angels, or the rebel scientist whose unorthodox mathematics could turn her world inside out.

How to access this book

Book Club book access and purchase guide for 2026 list.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

If cost is a barrier, please contact AV admin.

All attendees must register before attending an AV activity.

For online activities, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity
How to view your registration details or cancel a registration
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide (includes details of in-Zoom features)

For more information

Call 0480 385 710, or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.
Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Groups Way

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Partners Group: August - Online Meeting (6 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Partners Group: August - Online Meeting

About our Partners Group

This session is facilitated by our Partners Group Leaders. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

Registration is FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees. How to access a free first-time attendee ticket for regular peer support groups.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for, cancel or view registration details of an AV activity
How to make a payment for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity(includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Adults Group: August - In-Person Meeting (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: August

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: Being your True Self and Keeping Friends

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: August - Online Meeting (25 Aug 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: August

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: Being Your True Self and Keeping Friends

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: September - In-Person Meeting (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: September

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: Exploring Your Understanding of 'Autism'

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: September - Online Meeting (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: September

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: Exploring your Understanding of 'Autism'

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Book Club: September (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Book Club: September

About the AV Book Club

This month, we will discuss: Foundation: 1 by Isaac Asimov

In September we’ll discuss the first novel in Isaac Asimov's classic science-fiction masterpiece, the Foundation series. For twelve thousand years the Galactic Empire has ruled supreme. Now it is dying. Only Hari Seldon, creator of the revolutionary science of psychohistory, can see into the future – to a dark age of ignorance, barbarism, and warfare that will last thirty thousand years. To preserve knowledge and save humankind, Seldon gathers the best minds in the Empire and brings them to a bleak planet at the edge of the galaxy to serve as a beacon of hope for future generations. He calls his sanctuary the Foundation.

How to access this book

Book Club book access and purchase guide for 2026 list.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

If cost is a barrier, please contact AV admin.

All attendees must register before attending an AV activity.

For online activities, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity
How to view your registration details or cancel a registration
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide (includes details of in-Zoom features)

For more information

Call 0480 385 710, or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.
Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Groups Way

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Partners Group: October - Online Meeting (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Partners Group: October - Online Meeting

About our Partners Group

This session is facilitated by our Partners Group Leaders. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

Registration is FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees. How to access a free first-time attendee ticket for regular peer support groups.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team or fill out our Hardship Fund application form.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for, cancel or view registration details of an AV activity
How to make a payment for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity(includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event Terms & Conditions

Adults Group: October - In-Person Meeting (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: October

- In-Person Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be discussing: Energy/Capacity for the Task of Daily Life

The Adults Group is a parent/carer free zone - we ask that parents / carers of attendees join our separate Parents & Carers Group instead.

(Autistic adults who are also parents or carers are most welcome to attend independently of the person they care for.)

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

If cost is a barrier, contact AV Admin or fill out our Hardship Fund application.

Venue information

Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
Power Neighbourhood House website
Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps
Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.
Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.

Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

Community Guide: How to register for an AV activity, view details of an existing registration, or cancel a registration
Community Guide: How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

Call 0480 385 710 or email us.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

AV Event T&Cs

Adults Group: October - Online Meeting (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Adults Group: October

- Online Meeting

About the Adults Group

This month we will be talking about: Capacity/Energy for the Daily Tasks of Life

This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

Volunteers needed

About our Group Leaders

All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.

Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.

Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)

How to register for an AV activity, view registration details, or cancel a registration
How to pay for an AV activity registration (includes details for PayPal, credit card, and bank transfer options)
How to access an AV Zoom Activity (includes tips on Zoom etiquette)
AV Zoom Guide(includes details of in-Zoom features)
Peer Support Groups - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (includes answers to the most common questions about AV peer support groups).

For assistance or more information

Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.
The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

AV Privacy Policy

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Autism Valued Inc upcoming events

Teen Work Know-How Program: Expressions of Interest Form (1 Jul 2025)

https://aspergersvic.org.au/event-6210684/Registration

Join Our Teens Work Know-How Program: Your Opportunity to Shine

https://aspergersvic.org.au/event-6210684/Registration

Teens Group: April - Online Meeting (10 Apr 2026)

The Late Discovered Group: April - In-Person Meeting (15 Apr 2026)

Adults Group: April - In-Person Meeting (16 Apr 2026)

Teens Group: April - In-Person Meeting (17 Apr 2026)

Adults Group: April - Online Meeting (21 Apr 2026)

Young Adults Group: April - Online Meeting (23 Apr 2026)

Job Seeker Network — Roadmap Module 02 - Understanding Your Strengths (24 Apr 2026)

Job Seeker Network

Roadmap Series

Module 02 - Understanding Your Strengths

What’s Included

Cost and Membership Information

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Registration Guidelines

Community Guides

For Assistance or More Information

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Parents & Carers Group: April - Online Meeting (28 Apr 2026)

Topic Spotlight Touchstone Meeting: If You Could Redesign Recruitment — What Changes First? (30 Apr 2026)

If we could redesign recruitment from the ground up — what would we change first?

About this session

What we’ll explore

Why this matters

Who should attend

What to expect

The goal

What Are Touchstone Discussions?

What this looks like

Why this matters

How this connects forward

THE GROUP MINDSETS

CODES OF CONDUCT

The intent

What happens with the insights

Cost and Membership Information

AV Membership Benefits

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Community Guides

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Adults Group: April - In-Person Social Night (30 Apr 2026)

Partners Group: May - In-Person Meeting (7 May 2026)

The Rainbow Spectrum Group: May - Online Meeting (13 May 2026)

The Late Discovered Group: May - Online Meeting (20 May 2026)

Adults Group: May - In-Person Meeting (21 May 2026)

Adults Group: May - Online Meeting (26 May 2026)

Book Club: May (27 May 2026)

Young Adults Group: May - In-Person Meeting (28 May 2026)

Parents & Carers Group: May - Online Meeting (28 May 2026)

Partners Group: June - Online Meeting (4 Jun 2026)

Adults Group: June - In-Person Meeting (18 Jun 2026)

Adults Group: June - Online Meeting (23 Jun 2026)

The Late Discovered Group: July - Online Meeting (15 Jul 2026)

Adults Group: July - In-Person Meeting (16 Jul 2026)

Adults Group: July - Online Meeting (21 Jul 2026)

Book Club: July (29 Jul 2026)

Partners Group: August - Online Meeting (6 Aug 2026)

Adults Group: August - In-Person Meeting (20 Aug 2026)

Adults Group: August - Online Meeting (25 Aug 2026)

Adults Group: September - In-Person Meeting (17 Sep 2026)

Adults Group: September - Online Meeting (22 Sep 2026)

Book Club: September (30 Sep 2026)

Partners Group: October - Online Meeting (1 Oct 2026)

Adults Group: October - In-Person Meeting (15 Oct 2026)

Adults Group: October - Online Meeting (20 Oct 2026)