Autism Association of WA 2026 Annual Report

ANNUAL REPORT

2026

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Who We Are OUR STORY

The Autism Association of Western Australia is one of Australia’s leading specialist service providers for Autistic children and adults. Established in 1967, the Autism Association provides a range of services from early childhood through adulthood, supporting individuals and families through every stage of life. Our services are person-centred and based on leading international peer reviewed research in the field of Autism. We partner with families and with Autistic individuals to create services that meet their individual needs and circumstances. Additionally, we maintain well established links both nationally and internationally, ensuring we stay up to date with advances in this ever evolving field of research and practical experience.

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OUR PURPOSE

OUR VISION

To advance the inclusion, equality of opportunity and community participation of people with Autism.

All children with Autism have the best start in life.

All children with Autism receive the education they need.

All Autistic adults have opportunity to lead a life of their choosing .

A community where the strengths of Autistic people are understood , accepted and celebrated.

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OUR VALUES

Respect

Trust

Collaboration

Passion

Integrity

We honour the uniqueness of each person.

Trusting relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We will be open, honest, truthful and fair always.

Individuals, families and staff work together as one. We collaborate closely with individuals and families to achieve the best outcomes together.

We work with vigour to make the greatest difference. We are unwavering in our passion to make good things happen for the people we serve, being inspired to go above and beyond in everything we do.

A commitment to honesty in

everything we do. We are dedicated to honesty in our relationships, committed to doing what is right and showing kindness in everything we do.

We treat everyone with dignity, listening to your experience, making sure your voice is valued and you are heard.

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The Autism Association is dedicated to working alongside Autistic individuals and their families to create the supports that are important to them. Our specialist teams understand Autism and work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, and other key people, to provide tailored support to suit each person’s strengths, needs and preferences – ensuring each person and their family feels valued, supported, and understood. Working alongside Autistic individuals and their families Our Services

The support we provide:

Focuses on a person’s strengths while supporting their areas of difficulty

Places individuals and their families at the heart of what we do

Is informed by best practice and evidence-based research

Is unique and individualised

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Our Services

Diagnosis

Therapy Services

Family Support

Our Diagnostic Clinic provides multidisciplinary assessments for children and adolescents to help them understand their strengths and the support they need to achieve their goals. View Diagnosis

Personalised, evidence based therapy services for children, teens and adults, tailored to their needs, strengths and goals, wherever they are on their journey.

Supporting and empowering parents, carers and support networks important to each individual’s life is a core part of all our services.

View Therapy Services

View Family Support

Community Support

Employment

Regional Services

Support to help individuals pursue their interests, build independence, and achieve their goals within the community.

Our Employment program supports job seekers with Autism to find and maintain work in an area of their choice.

We provide support to families, professionals and organisations in regional and remote areas of Western Australia.

View Community Support

View Employment

View Regional Services

Community Living

Specialised Areas

Short Breaks

Weekend stays for children and adolescents aged 6 to 18, where they can enjoy activities they love with peers while building independence.

Our Community Living program provides a range of opportunities for people to live in their own home and lead the life they want.

Our specialised mealtime, Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Positive Behaviour Support teams provide support to individuals with Autism to achieve their goals.

View Short Breaks

View Community Living

View Specialised Areas

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President’s Report

In a year marked by significant change and uncertainty across the disability sector, the Autism Association remained focused on its commitment to supporting Autistic people and their families. We continued to deliver high-quality services while advocating for the needs, rights and inclusion of Autistic people and their families.

Amid widespread uncertainty, we remained focused throughout the year on strengthening our services and adapting to the changing environment. Despite ongoing workforce shortages in a number of areas, we continued to deliver high-quality services. We expanded our Employment, Community Living and Diagnostic services and increased our Out of Home Care program. We completed a number of infrastructure projects as part of our five-year plan to support service growth, alongside progressing the organisation’s digital transformation.

In addition, we worked with many community organisations creating opportunities to improve the lives of Autistic children and adults by enhancing inclusion at school, at work, and in the community. We were extremely pleased this year with the delivery of the very successful Asia Pacific Autism Conference. This three-day event in November 2025 brought together academics, medical professionals, researchers, educators and community leaders, as well as Autistic people and their families, to share research, innovations and

diverse lived experiences. Over 1,500 attendees from more than 30 countries came together in Perth, marking the largest Asia Pacific Autism Conference to date. Our progress over the past year was made possible through the support of our many stakeholders, community organisations and government partners, including the State Government through the Department of Communities. I would especially like to thank Lotterywest, whose contribution has made our new Therapy Hub for families in Joondalup possible.

I would like to extend my thanks to our Board for their ongoing leadership and commitment to advancing the Autism Association’s mission and purpose. I also acknowledge Chief Executive Officer, Joan McKenna Kerr AM, and all Association staff for their commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of Autistic people and their families across Western Australia. Dr Rob Storer President and Chair of the Board

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The Board

Dr Rob Storer CHAIRMAN

Mr Geoff Kidd VICE CHAIRMAN

Mrs Vicki Rank

Mrs Bobby Brownhill

Dr Duncan Monro

Dr Storer is a Consultant Anaesthe tist and long-term member of the Autism Association. He has been actively involved in leading the Board at a time of major strategic development, maintaining a keen interest in the field of disability, as well as Autism. Dr Storer is also a Committee Member of the Western Australian Branch of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists and of the Anaesthetic Departments of both St John of God Subiaco and Murdoch.

Mr Kidd is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Aus tralia and New Zealand and has over 40 years’ experience in pro fessional practice as an accountant and Business Advisor to a wide range of clients. Until his retirement in 2015, he was the Managing Partner and Chief Executive of the Perth office and a member of the national executive of large multina tional firm Crowe Horwath. Mr Kidd has been a former State Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Ac countants and has been a member of a number of not-for-profit boards, including 10 years as a board member of Lifeline WA.

Mrs Rank is a Senior International Training Specialist in industrial software. She has been a family member of the Autism Association for over 21 years and is married with two children. Mrs Rank has been an active member of the Autism Association for more than two decades and has supported the Association in public educa tion, fundraising and other projects throughout the years.

Mrs Brownhill has been actively involved in the field of disability over many years, both in Australia and overseas. Prior to returning to Western Australia from Melbourne, where she and her family had been living, Mrs Brownhill represented Mansfield Autistic Services on the Victorian State Council for Autism. As the mother of a son with Autism, she is involved with parent sup port groups and accommodation projects. She is also involved in advocacy for people living with a disability and their parents.

Dr Monro has over 30 years’ expe rience as a Chartered Accountant and Business Advisor in Australia and internationally. He previously worked as Principal in the Finance division of RSM Australia Pty Ltd for the large accounting firms KPMG and Crowe Australasia. Dr Monro currently serves on the Boards of other not-for-profit organisations including Central Desert Native Title Services Lim ited, Yued Aboriginal Corporation, Yilka – Trustee Advisory Commit tee, Denmark Arts Council Inc., and South Coast Natural Resource Management Inc. Dr Monro has worked in a diverse selection of industries. His experi ence covers a wide range of areas including business valuations, due diligence, business planning, financial mentoring and advisory services for Indigenous entities, and general financial consulting.

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Clinical Professor Harvey Coates AO Clinical Professor Coates AO is a former Paediatric Otolaryngolo gist and Clinical Professor at the University of Western Australia, specialising in the medical treat ment and research in ear disease in remote Aboriginal children. After training at the Mayo Clinic, he worked for 38 years as a Consul tant at Princess Margaret Hospital for Children. He co-founded the first Paediatric Otolaryngology Society in Australia and was a Board mem ber of the Telethon Kids Institute. He worked with the Commonwealth to develop the ear health roadmap; and worked with the World Health Organisation. Professor Coates was honoured with appointment to the Officer in the Order of Australia in 2005.

Professor Stephanie Fryer-Smith Professor Fryer-Smith holds both Bachelor and Master degrees in Law from the University of Western Australia. She was admitted to the Su preme Court of Western Australia as a barrister and solicitor and accredited by LEADR as a mediator. She has worked in private legal practice, as a Registrar and Native Title Coordinator at the Federal Court of Australia in Perth and for six years was Registrar and Chief Executive of the National Native Title Tribunal. Professor Fryer-Smith has extensive experience in the higher education sector and international education. She has lectured in native title law and has published articles on a range of indigenous land rights issues. In 2021, Professor Fryer-Smith joined Federation University Australia as Director, Governance and Strategy, most recently holding the position of Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow.

Mr Mark Altus

Mrs Michele Thomas

Mr Sean McGurk

Mr Altus has held a number of senior positions in his career. He is a former chair of the Curtin Busi ness School Advisory Board for the School of Economics and Finance. He was a Director of LLL Australia Ltd, an APRA-regulated Authorised Deposit Taking Institution. As a former Public Servant, he has held a number of positions in the WA Department of Treasury, including Director of Revenue and Intergovernmental Relations. He also undertook a secondment to the University of Western Australia as its Chief Financial Officer. He was also a member of the Univer sity’s Senate Strategic Resources Committee. Mr Altus is a graduate of the Aus tralian Institute of Company Direc tors and currently chairs Lutheran Homes Foundation (WA) Inc.

Mrs Thomas is a Registered Psy chologist and Specialist Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner who has worked with Autistic children, adults and their families for over 30 years. Mrs Thomas has a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) and a Master of Arts (Psychology). She has undertaken post-graduate studies in Coun selling and Psychotherapy, and several Autism related courses.

Mr McGurk is a former audit part ner with more than 30 years’ expe rience in audit, financial reporting, governance and risk. He spent more than 25 years as an audit partner with Grant Thornton, subsequently Crowe, in Perth, working extensively with boards and organisations across the not for-profit, government, private and listed sectors. He was inaugural Chair of Crowe’s National Audit & Assurance Group, subsequently Chair of its Not-for Profit Group, and represented Asia Pacific on Crowe Global’s Audit & Accounting Committee.

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Chief Executive Officer’s Report

Working alongside Autistic people, families and communities, we navigated a changing disability landscape. Regardless of the challenges, we remained focused on service excellence, strong advocacy, and creating greater opportunities for inclusion, connection and belonging. As such, the past twelve months were marked by supporting families, creating resilience, and achieving meaningful impact.

multidisciplinary diagnostic assessments for families facing financial barriers to accessing a timely diagnosis. With the support of our community partners, Telethon and Ngala, we also provided support to assist families while they navigate the diagnostic journey, ensuring they feel informed, connected and supported along the way. Therapy services continued to provide services to individuals in their homes, at school, in the local community, and across our community hubs. In the coming year, we look forward to welcoming families to our newly completed Joondalup Therapy Hub, designed specifically to support young Autistic children and their families.

Through our School Age Therapy services, we maintained strong partnerships with schools and the Department of Education to create learning environments where all children can thrive. Demand for therapy services across all age groups remained strong, although workforce shortages continued to constrain service growth. Through professional development and student placement programs, including the Positive Behaviour Support Academy and Provisional Psychology Academy, we strengthened the capacity of our Therapy and Clinical Services team and contributed to building a skilled future workforce. Following the launch

Despite the uncertainties, we remained committed to supporting families while advocating at both state and national levels to ensure the voices and experiences of the Autistic community are heard in shaping the future of disability services. During the year, we supported 7,244 service users across Therapy Services, Community Participation, Employment Support, Shared and Individual Living, Respite and Diagnostic Services. In addition, our Autism Advisor team undertook over 3,800 consultancies across Western Australia, while our Regional Outreach team provided education and support to families, community organisations, and schools in 16

regional areas, extending as far as the Cocos Islands. We continued to strengthen and expand our services, with growth across our Community Living, Employment, and Diagnostic services. We also expanded our Out of Home Care Program to provide safe, stable and supportive full-time care to young individuals who no longer live in the family home. To help meet growing demand for diagnostic support, we expanded access to Autism Assessments for families living in regional and remote areas of Western Australia. We partnered with the Wearne Charitable Trust to provide subsidised

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across Perth. We are proud of the strong outcomes achieved and the valuable contribution Autistic people continue to make to the workforce. This year, we hosted the Asia Pacific Autism Conference (APAC 2025) in Perth, bringing together more than 1,500 delegates from over 30 countries. We are very pleased with the lasting opportunities it created for learning, collaboration and innovation. The knowledge, connections and momentum generated through APAC 2025 was an especially important experience for those with lived experience. We were also very proud this year to host several international delegations seeking to learn more about our services and service delivery. I would like to thank all our stakeholders, partners and donors, whose continued support and collaboration contribute to our work in advancing our mission. I would like to recognise our Board, led by Dr Rob Storer, our Chair, together with the Autism Association staff, for their unwavering dedication throughout the year. A special thanks to Autistic individuals and their families whose experiences lie at the heart of our work, guiding and inspiring all that we do.

of the Positive Behaviour Support Academy, several practitioners successfully graduated from the academy this year, increasing access to Positive Behaviour Support services. To support lifelong wellbeing, independence and quality of life for all Autistic individuals, we started the Ageing in Place Project to better respond to the emerging needs of Autistic adults as they age. This is an incredibly important piece of working addressing aging in an Autism context. Our Nursing team also coordinated annual health assessments for individuals in Community Living, delivered in their own home with their team of supporters. We supported 67 Community Living homes this year, providing full-time support to individuals in Shared Living. We also built partnerships with community organisations to create opportunities for social participation, volunteering and work experience to facilitate ongoing learning and meaningful connections throughout adult life. As the only Autism specialist provider in Australia delivering the new national Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program, we expanded our reach by opening new offices in Rockingham and Mandurah, providing employment support to more than 540 jobseekers

Joan McKenna Kerr AM Chief Executive Officer

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569 Individuals assisted to find and maintain employment

312 Diagnostic assessments undertaken

2026 Highlights

These highlights reflect the steps made across the year in supporting and working with Autistic people and their families.

266 Individuals assisted in community participation

130 Over Families and their children accessed playgroups

7,244 2,528

Service users supported

Consultancies undertaken 3,800 Over Individual support packages delivered 2,063 Children, adolescents and adults accessed therapy services

67 Community homes supported 16 Regional communities supported

16 Community projects

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Hear from our community

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I’m very appreciative of the supportive and attentive approach to employment services that Autism Association and my employment consultant have shown to me.

The therapy provided is thoughtful, helpful and flexible.

Thank you for always making us feel welcome.

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I have really appreciated the support for me and my family. Especially the acceptance and advocacy for the autistic experience as a whole — as valuable and just someone who needs different supports.

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Wonderful, supportive and caring service.

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Our therapist has a fantastic therapeutic rapport with our son, and has assisted our adult son to completely step out from the house and brave the community. We would never have gotten these results without the therapist’s insight and judgement.

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It is such a delight as a parent to have someone willing to engage positively and without judgement.

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Achievements

Established a partnership with the Wearne Charitable Trust to provide a limited number of subsidised multidisciplinary diagnostic assessments to support families

Completed construction of the new Joondalup Therapy Hub ready for service delivery in the next financial year.

who face financial barriers to accessing timely diagnosis.

Winner of the Excellence in Innovation Award for work undertaken with Curtin School of Dentistry to make dental care more accessible to individuals with Autism

Significantly expanded Employment support services through successful competitive tender for Inclusive Employment Services in metro and non-metro areas.

Hosted several international delegations

to learn about Autism Association services.

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Completed building 2 new Community Living homes with 2 additional homes and 3 new Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) homes currently underway.

Celebrated over 70 staff receiving their Long Service Awards , recognising their dedication and commitment to supporting individuals and their families across Therapy services, Community Living,

Supported families across 16 regional areas including the Cocos Islands to provide specialised and individualised support in their local communities.

Completed the first year of the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Academy for PBS practitioners to specialise in Autism.

Support to regional and remote families to access diagnostic services.

Employment, Community Support, and Corporate services.

Over 200 children attended our annual Come and Try Cricket Session this year, joining Program Ambassador Adam Gilchrist, WA State Players and Autism Association staff on the historic WACA Ground to give cricket a go in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Hosted the very successful APAC 2025 (Asia Pacific Autism Conference) with 1,500 delegates from over 30 countries in attendance.

Expanded the School Age Therapy Services with the newly launched Girls KONTAKT social skills group.

Supported 50 Provisional Psychologists in placements across Australia in our first year of the new Provisional Psychology Academy.

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Throughout the year, we delivered a range of initiatives designed to provide greater opportunities and drive change for Autistic individuals and their families. These initiatives spanned key areas including community engagement, service innovation and advocacy – all centred around meeting the needs of the Autistic community and better supporting the people we serve. The projects create engagement with the West Australian community to foster a deeper understanding of Autism, create more opportunities, and lead the way to an inclusive community for all. Purpose-Driven Projects

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Healthcare Advocacy and Collaboration This year, we continued working alongside healthcare providers and Autistic individuals and their families, to improve access to health services and improve health outcomes. Now in its fourth year, the project has made significant progress in strengthening God Midland Mental Health Unit, St John of God Murdoch, Royal Perth Hospital, and Rockingham General Hospital. At Fiona Stanley Hospital , we

deliver inclusive Autism-affirming care. In recognition of its innovation and impact, the Oral Health Familiarisation Clinic received the 2026 WA Disability Support Award for Excellence in Innovation. This program also hosted a delegation of dentists from Indonesia to learn more about the approach.

Looking ahead, we are working with St John WA to co-create accessible and engaging online learning modules focused on developing St John WA’s workforce to understand Autism and University School of Oral Health entered its sixth year, with demand for Oral Health Familiarisation Clinics continuing to grow. We worked with more than eight clinics to deliver low-sensory dental care tailored to the person’s individual needs. In addition, a suite of resources was developed to help individuals prepare for appointments, make procedures more predictable, and support them to communicate their needs and preferences with confidence. This program is helping shape the future of oral healthcare by equipping emerging oral health professionals with the skills and experience to communication approaches. Our partnership with Curtin

provided consultation and advice on the development of sensory rooms. We also developed communication board resources for children and adults to assist in communication between medical staff and Autistic patients. We also began work on two co designed online toolkits featuring training and practical resources for healthcare staff. The Health Professionals Toolkit will build the knowledge, skills and capacity of health workers to deliver Autism affirming care, while the People and Supporters Toolkit will enhance the health literacy and self-advocacy skills of Autistic people, their families and their supporters.

the knowledge and skills of health professionals and advancing access to inclusive healthcare experiences for Autistic people. Grounded in systemic advocacy, the project is creating lasting change by reshaping healthcare around people —making inclusive healthcare the standard, not the exception. Throughout the year, we delivered a range of training and capacity building workshops on Understanding Autism and Autism and Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions to more than 220 healthcare workers across 10 organisations including the WA Country Health Service, St John of

WINNER of the Excellence in Innovation Award

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I attended with three of my children, one with a diagnosis of Autism and we loved the event. The soft introduction, all the staff...every accommodation was made for us.

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A Community for All

and Exhibition Centre to provide consultancy and advice on establishing a breakout and sensory room that considers the needs of Autistic individuals who may attend the venue. We continued working alongside Ocean Heroes to enhance the knowledge of staff and volunteers in supporting Autistic individuals to safely and confidently enjoy ocean activities. In the lead up to Christmas, we once again hosted sensory-friendly Santa visits creating welcoming festive experiences for families at shopping centres across Perth before opening and after closing hours. During World Autism Month in April, we supported our community to come together with our biggest Light Up the Spectrum to date, with more than 60 buildings and landmarks across Western Australia lighting up to show their support.

with the show in the ways that made sense to them – making sounds, moving and fidgeting, using noise cancelling headphones, and taking breaks on the beanbags by the stage or in the on-site quiet room as needed. We were also pleased to support the City of Victoria Park in opening the Mildred Creak Playground , a playground purpose-built for neurodiverse children and their families. Featuring a sensory-friendly design and communication board, the playground provides an accessible and inclusive environment where children of all abilities can play and enjoy the space in their own way. In addition to these initiatives, we continued to advocate for greater inclusion and accessibility through our involvement in advisory panels including the Optus Stadium Disability Inclusion Advisory Panel and Perth Airport Access and Inclusion Panel . We also engaged with Perth Convention

and foster more inclusive local cricket clubs across Western Australia. The program now includes 12 Endorsed Inclusive Clubs committed to creating welcoming environments and meaningful opportunities for Autistic players on and off the field. There were also a further 10 community clubs supported throughout the season to build their confidence and strengthen inclusive sporting practices. We also championed inclusion in sport beyond cricket, working with Volleyball WA to develop a suite of resources, and providing training and advice to Tennis West to promote participation in the game. In partnership with Disney Theatrical Group , Aspect, and Crown Perth, we hosted a sensory-friendly, relaxed performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Crown Theatre. Designed to create an accessible and enjoyable theatre experience for all, the performance encouraged individuals and families to engage

Through strong partnerships and new collaborations, we continued to build awareness and understanding of Autism in the community. Working with Autistic people and their families, we fostered greater connection and belonging, working to ensure every person is given the opportunity to participate in the activities, events and experiences that matter to them. Our Autism in Cricket program is now in its eighth year and continues to grow, providing opportunities for Autistic children and young people to participate, connect and thrive through sport. Over 200 children attended our annual Come and Try Session this year, joining Program Ambassador Adam Gilchrist, WA State Players and Autism Association staff on the historic WACA Ground to give cricket a go in an inclusive and supportive environment. Through our valued partnership with WA Cricket and the WA Cricket Foundation, we are helping to grow grassroots cricket

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What Autism Month Means to Our Community

Messages, reflections and experiences shared by our community throughout World Autism Month.

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Celebrating all the important people in my life with Autism and getting to journey with them through the wonderful and hard times together, while also embracing the ways my brain works differently too.

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I wish society were accepting and understanding of the unique differences displayed by those with Autism. We have so much to learn from each other.

Every child deserves to be seen, celebrated, and valued for exactly who they are. Thank you for the work you do!

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It is a very special day for all children and adults with Autism I am glad to have been a part of the Autism Association of Western Australia, and I would gladly be able to help all Autistic people for the future.

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There is no one ‘right’ way to connect or thrive. When we take the time to listen, understand and adapt, we create spaces where people feel safe to be themselves.

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Finally at age 52 I now know who I am and happy to be part of the Autism community.

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This Autism Month I will be celebrating the little wins of finally getting to fully understand my daughter’s amazing brain after a hard 2-year battle for answers! We as a family will be making sure to encourage, support and share just how amazing and inspiring she is and continuing to further our education on the best ways to help her grow and thrive as a family.

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For me, Autism Month is the broader recognition and celebration of the strengths of individuals on the spectrum and this month, I am celebrating every child that deserves to be valued, appreciated and understood; my life is better with you in it.

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International Collaboration

in supporting Autistic people across all stages of their life. In the year ahead, we look forward to hosting a visit with an advocacy organisation and

about our services, sharing information and building on our international relationships. We had a number of delegations from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. We also hosted a study tour for more than 40 representatives from five non government organisations operating in Singapore to learn about our AIM Employment, Adult Therapy, and Community Living services and our approach to supporting individuals to transition into adult life. We continue to receive interest from international organisations seeking to collaborate and learn from our expertise, reflecting a growing interest

This year we continued to strengthen our international connections as we celebrated 14 years of partnership within the Western Australia – East Java sister state relationship. Following our visit to East Java last year, we hosted a delegation of Paediatric Dentists from the Universitas Airlangga Surabaya Indonesia for a week in December. The visit focused on learning about Autism and the supports and services we provide and observing our programs and community development initiatives in practice, including the Oral Health Familiarisation Clinic. The Association welcomed several international delegations to learn

fledgling service delivery organisation from Ireland to share learnings that contribute to their work in supporting Irish families to receive the essential supports they need.

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Creating and Inspiring the Future Together

Asia Pacific Autism Conference 2025

Quality of Life, Employment and Community Living; and Health, Wellbeing and Complex Needs, designed to offer delegates invaluable insights from a diverse lineup of international speakers, including those with lived experience. APAC 2025 brought together a community with a shared purpose:

During November 2025, the Autism Association hosted one of the largest Asia Pacific Autism Conferences (APAC 2025) held to date. The three-day event welcomed over 1,500 delegates from over 30 countries as well as remote regions of Australia; bringing together academics, medical professionals,

researchers, educators, community leaders, government policy makers, NGOs, Autistic individuals and their families. The program featured more than 200 presentations across four conference themes: Children, Adolescents and Education; Individual, Family and Community Leadership; Adults,

to work together to build a more connected, affirming, and equitable future for Autistic people, their families, and communities. The event created a space for diverse perspectives, sharing new research, challenging assumptions, and ensuring Autistic voices are heard.

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Proudly hosted by the Autism Association of Western Australia

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Stories From the People We Support

Read these stories celebrating the achievements, milestones and experiences of Autistic individuals across the year.

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Sport has been great for Ryan and for us. We have made many friends through the various sporting clubs we’ve become associated with. It is so nice to have so many sports facilitating inclusion for people with disabilities. Cara, Ryan's mum

Ari’s most major successes have been gaining his learner’s permit and gaining employment. We have recently moved to a regional town and Ari is working at the local IGA, his very first paid job. To say we are proud is an understatement! Kelly, Ari’s mum

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Read Ryan’s Story Here

Read Ari’s Story Here

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Zac

Shaun

Mark

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Zac is kind and considerate. He loves his family and his family loves him. We enjoy spending time with Zac and appreciate his great sense of humour. I was very proud of his recent work achievement – getting an award for long service! What a great accomplishment. Allison, Zac’s sister

I had a good time at Rottnest, yes I did. The best thing was the bus ride and also the Basin Mark

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Read Their Story Here

Read Zac’s Story Here

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(08) 9489 8900 autismwa@autism.org.au 215 Stubbs Terrace Shenton Park 6008 autism.org.au

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