Aspect Practice

Linking Autism Research to Practice and Practice to Research. Working towards an autism friendly Australia

[Dr Chris Edwards @DrChrisEd]

New paper! Many of the disclosure experiences people posted about were quite disgusting... society needs to do better @AutisticProf @ObservatoryTeam @arcap_aus https://t.co/Ae5VFIZCqd

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

We’ve developed the first online self-guided self-compassion program for Autistic adults (called ASPAA) & we’re ready to share it with therapists, clinicians & mental health workers! Register to attend our workshop on 20 September 2023, 12–1.30 pm (AEST): https://t.co/LLQRzbaYcz

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

Help Aspect #AutismFriendly create better opportunities for Autistic people to enjoy the benefits of physical activity. We’re looking for Autistic people & parents of Autistic kids in Oz to complete an anonymous 10–15 min survey. https://t.co/LAMwFRudVs
@Tomtutton @aspectpractice

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

⚽️🏏New research study! We’re looking for Autistic adults & parents of Autistic children in Australia to complete an anonymous 10–15 min survey about what makes it easier and harder for #Autistic people to participate in sport & other physical activities. https://t.co/LAMwFRudVs

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

Exercise is good for all Autistic people however many Autistic people face barriers participating in physical activities. Help us find out what needs to be done so #Autistic people can participate in #sport & physical activities https://t.co/y2mOr9i1mG @AspectPractice @arcap_aus

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

🏃Exercise is good for all Autistic people; however, many individuals face barriers to participating. Take part in our new study and help us find out what needs to be done so #Autistic people can participate in #sport and physical activities in Australia. https://t.co/LAMwFRudVs

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

We're excited to be partnering w/ @AusAirports to launch a Hidden Disability Awareness Training Course. Co-developed by Aspect’s Autism Friendly team, it is part of a set of #HiddenDisability guidelines for all Austr. airports https://t.co/1o9sgRArWa @AspectPractice #inclusion

[Dr Chris Edwards @DrChrisEd]

https://t.co/ae5g5emgDs Have your say and inform Australia's Autism Strategy @arcap_aus @Griffith_Uni

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

Ainslie Robinson, an #Autistic parent of a child on the #autism spectrum, shares how she wished people had of responded when she shared about her son’s diagnosis. #parenting #aDifferentBrilliant #WorldAutismUnderstandingDay #WAUD2023 https://t.co/KFt7X92UvQ

[IDPwD @IDPwD]

Today is World Autism Understanding Day.

@AutismSpectAust has developed a range of resources to help individuals, schools and organisations deepen their understanding and acceptance of autism.

Get involved today at: https://t.co/eXZEDRWz4X
#WAUD2023

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

This #WorldAutismUnderstandingDay, Aspect is shining a light on the voices of Autistic people. Take a moment to listen & share #Autistic voices then head to our website and download resources for individuals, schools, workplaces and the media 👉 https://t.co/T6rZp7LpGl #WAUD2023

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

This #WorldAutismUnderstandingDay, we have prepared resources to provide journalists, news reporters and all #media professionals w/ tips on conducting autism-friendly interviews, and reporting on #autism and #Autistic people. https://t.co/02YWqxbQ9f

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

#WorldAutismUnderstandingDay is this Sunday! Check out what Autistic people want you to know and download helpful resources for individuals, schools, workplaces and media to help create a more inclusive world. https://t.co/T6rZp7LpGl
#WAUD2023

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

Fiona Aldridge and Ainslie Robinson from our Assessments and Autism-Friendly teams had a good chat w/ Baby Brain #Podcasts about the early signs of #autism, autism assessments and parenting. Have a listen! https://t.co/ivf9kceoeZ
@AspectPractice #WAUD2023 #aDifferentBrilliant

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

We're proud and excited to share new resources for World #Autism Understanding Day (2 April) developed w/ Autistic people to help everyone better understand & support the #Autistic community. 👉Check out what they said & download/share far and wide #WAUD2023 #AutismUnderstanding

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

🌈The Neurodiversity Rainbow float #Sydney #MardiGras2023 parade - More photos on Aspect's Instagram account
#autism #autistic #LGBTQIA #inclusion #WorldPride2023 #SydneyMardiGras

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

Our new evidence-based guide provides tips for Autistic people to think about when considering whether or not to disclose that they are #Autistic. Developed by, with and for Autistic people. Download now: https://t.co/E531bueP7A

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

Did you miss ARCAP's latest webinar on how research is helping to inform and develop a range of initiatives to bring about a more autism-friendly society? A recording is now available on demand: https://t.co/7pV3eK8DBf
#autism #Autistic #research #AutismFriendly #inclusion

[Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP @arcap_aus]

Attendees to Sunflowers in Sydney events especially valued:
🌻the quiet rooms
🌻comfortable seating that wasn't overcrowded
🌻attending an event that was "drama free"
🌻friendly, helpful, easy identifiable staff.
#AutismFriendly #inclusion #accessibility

[Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) @AspectAus]

This #IDPwD Aspect is celebrating its partnership w/ the Hidden disabilities Sunflower Scheme Aust NZ & supporting the roll out of scheme across Australia. Making the invisible visible🌻#autism https://t.co/TZwjryvTpi