Join us for a session with Kristy Kelly and Ainslie Robinson from Aspect, who invite you to rethink how workplaces attract, include, and retain Autistic and neurodivergent talent - not just through accommodations, but by addressing the deeper, systemic barriers to meaningful employment. 

We’ll begin with a high-level introduction to Autism and neurodivergence, setting the foundation for understanding the diverse strengths, needs, and experiences of Autistic individuals. The session will then explore the unemployment and underemployment crisis facing Autistic Australians, highlighting the attitudinal and structural barriers that continue to limit access to fair and meaningful work. 

Drawing on insights gathered through lived experience interviews with Autistic employees, we’ll share common challenges faced in the workplace - from recruitment and onboarding to communication, career development, and workplace culture. 

The session will conclude with practical, evidence-informed strategies that participants can take away and apply to advocate for change, influence inclusive practices, and contribute to a more Autism Friendly world. 

Registration open until Sunday 16 November. Registration requests submitted beyond this date will be processed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact [email protected] if you wish to register past this date.