Autism Valued Inc upcoming events

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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The Victoria Hotel Menu
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.

All attendees are required to pay for their own food and drinks.

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.

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

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