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23/02/2026

When therapy asks Autistic children to push through discomfort, ignore their boundaries, or change themselves to be accepted, it stops being supportive and starts being harmful.

Neuroaffirming therapy recognises that behaviour is communication, that regulation comes before learning, and that trust is not optional - it’s foundational.

Support should feel safe. Consent should be respected. Relationships should come before goals.

Autistic children don’t need to be trained to fit the world. They deserve support that honours who they are and helps them thrive, as they are. 🌟



[ID: Against a purple background, with the Reframing Autism logo in the top left corner and the colourful knotwork located in the lower right corner, white text reads, 'Therapy shouldn’t feel distressing or require constant compliance. Neuroaffirming therapy is built on safety, consent, and trust - always.' Beneath the text is an image of a therapist interacting with a smiling young child].

23/02/2026

There’s a common misconception that Autistic people lack social skills. In reality, Autistic individuals do have social skills - they just may differ from neurotypical norms. Research consistently shows that Autistic people seek social connection and often form strong, meaningful bonds, particularly with other Autistic individuals who understand their ways of communicating and interacting.

Social differences are not deficits. They are simply a different way of experiencing connection, and when we recognize and respect these differences, Autistic people can thrive socially and emotionally.

Dr. Melanie Heyworth, founder of Reframing Autism, explores this topic in her article, Autistic Social Skills: Understanding Organic Autistic Experiences of Connection and Friendship.

🔗 You can access the article here: https://reframingautism.org.au/autistic-social-skills-understanding-organic-autistic-experiences-of-connection-and-friendship/



[ID: Against a magenta background, with the Reframing Autism logo in the upper left corner and the colourful knotwork located in the lower right corner, white text reads, 'Autistic people have social skills. What you see isn’t a deficit - it’s a difference in culture, communication, and experience.' Beneath the text is an image of two young children, standing close together and smiling with pure joy.]

25/12/2025

🌞🏖️🌊🧑‍🦽 Some great leisure ideas for the summer..

https://www.cpsn.org.au/blog-news/article/summer-holiday-splash-fun

Dec 17, 2025 | This is a snapshot of some of Melbourne's summer splash fun venues: accessible pools, beaches and other places to go to over summer to have fun with your friends and family.

21/12/2025

06/12/2025

What sensory experiences does your child (or you) need to avoid or seek out?....

06/12/2025

Wonderful news for Australian schools...

16/11/2025

Best to be your weirdest, loudest, most real self.

Your people can find you easier.

Don’t you think?

Em 🌈

13/11/2025

Your kid with disabilities could be on Play School! Ages 4-7 apply by Nov 28th...
ABC Kids Community

Do you know a child who'd love to be on Play School? 👀

Play School are on the lookout for children with disability to appear in our 'Through The Windows' segments for new and exciting upcoming series! ✨🎥

Full instructions on how to make a submission can be found below.
Submissions close Friday 28th November at 11:59pm AEST.

13/11/2025

How are you inclusive?
Mencap
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1F9txGphYN/

13/11/2025

This is open to disabled and neurodivergent kids
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17fRL562KD/
Melbourne Youth Orchestras

The Adaptive Music Bridging Program is seeking applicants for 2026! 🎵 🌟

In partnership with Melbourne Youth Orchestras and the University of Melbourne and led by Dr Anthea Skinner from the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music, the program supports children with disabilities to develop their musical knowledge and skills using adaptive instruments and inclusive rehearsal techniques.

Now in its fourth successful year, the Adaptive Music Bridging Program and MYO team invite students aged 8–14 to apply. The program is open to children with a disability, chronic illness, mental health condition, or those who are Deaf or neurodiverse.

It’s designed for both new learners who’ve found it difficult to access instrumental music education, and current players whose needs aren’t met by standard instruments or teaching methods.

✨ Apply now via the 2026 Adaptive Music Bridging Program Application Form on the MYO website.

Go to our link in bio, or visit:
https://myo.org.au/program/adaptive-music-bridging-program/

12/11/2025

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03/11/2025

Minecraft is a popular sandbox game where players can build, explore, and create their own virtual worlds. But when a young autistic boy named Cameron started playing, his dad, Stuart Duncan, noticed that many autistic kids were facing unkind behavior and negativity on public servers. Parents began looking for a safe and inclusive gaming space for their children.

In 2013, Stuart launched a private Minecraft server called Autcraft, designed especially for autistic players. Only approved members can join, and everyone is treated with kindness, respect, and support. Within two days, over 750 players signed up — today, more than 17,000 gamers have played on Autcraft.

The server strengthened Stuart’s bond with his son and became a symbol of inclusive gaming, online safety, and autism awareness. Autcraft has been featured in Mojang’s The World of Minecraft and Time Magazine.