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Today is R U OKAY? day, which was created to supoort people to connect with others who have emotional insecurity, to address social isolation and promote community cohesiveness. So please try to take a minute out of your busy day to ask someone who is struggling if they are okay.

Day time dance party for participants. Such a great way to support social interactions and to have fun!

To all the amazing, brave and strong women I work with, happy international women’s day ❤️

Here are some social stories for the begonia festival on Monday. Have a great long weekend everyone 🌺

Dating on the Spectrum - Oscar’s Hotel, Ballarat
Wednesday 13th Dec 2023 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Dating on the Spectrum | Humanitix Get Tickets on Humanitix - Dating on the Spectrum hosted by Melba Support Services. Oscar's Hotel, Garden Room, 18 Doveton St S, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia. Wednesday 13th December 2023. Find event information.

I’m completing a rainbow youth mental health first aid training course over the next two days 🏳️‍🌈

Love this little comic of Emotional Tetris credit to artist

Village Cinemas have $6 sensory-friendly sessions showing The Super Mario Bros. Movie coming up.

Sensory-friendly sessions have the lights on dim and the volume turned down, so it's a great chance for the family to enjoy a film together.

When: Saturday 29th April and Sunday 30th April
Where: Bendigo, Geelong, Morwell, Airport West, Fountain Gate, Karingal, Knox, Southland, Sunshine and Werribee
Cost: $6 per ticket
Bookings: http://ow.ly/4Y0z50NxXQb?

Sensory Friendly Films | Village Cinemas Allowing families to enjoy their favourite films in a safe and accepting environment, with the cinema lights turned up and the sound turned down. Book now.

They can and should do all these things and more!

With students across the country settling in to Term 2, we thought what better time to remind everyone of these helpful tips!

✏️ Often when people talk about school and autism, there's a lot of focus on strategies Autistic students and their carers can use to make school more manageable.

These sorts of resources are great, but the conversation shouldn't end there!

At Amaze, we strongly believe that Autistic people aren't the ones that need to change, and instead our communities and society need to change to include Autistic people.

⭐️ That's why we've put together this list of 10 things schools can do to support Autistic students. You can read more about all of these things on our website: https://www.onethingforautism.com.au/10-education-things/

With a little bit of education and effort, we can all work to create an autism inclusive Australia, that empowers Autistic people and their families to live their best lives.

Well done Bunnings 👏

Bunnings unveils sensory maps for an inclusive shopping experience To create a more inclusive shopping experience for customers, hardware chain retailer Bunnings has unveiled a sensory maps feature.

Play is the best way for children to learn.

Language can be very important when it comes to getting children to eat non-preferred foods.

“No you’re not” – a portrait of autistic women
When a woman discloses that she’s autistic, the reaction is often, “But you don’t look autistic,” or even a straight denial, “No you’re not.” This insightful and moving series of portraits and interviews by photographer Rosie Barnes allows the voices and experiences of autistic women to be heard.

“No you’re not” – a portrait of autistic women In this sensitive series of portraits and interviews, photographer Rosie Barnes acknowledges the voices and experiences of autistic women.

I could not agree with this more.

Small group drawing classes for the school holidays. Booking essential ✍️

Growing in to Autism with Professor Sandra Them-Jones at the Eureka Centre.

Amaze free online workshop: Understanding the NDIS for Autistic Participants

An introduction to the NDIS. The session will introduce some key concepts, pathways and tips for new participants and their families.

Workshop: Understanding the NDIS for Autistic Participants An introduction to the NDIS. The session will introduce some key concepts, pathways and tips for new participants and their families.

This is free and will be very valuable for parents. Register to secure your spot!

Happy international women’s day. To all the dedicated and strong mums I work with, your compassion, hard work and persistence doesn’t go unnoticed. You’re amazing! 💪👏

Every teacher should look at this series from NeuroWild! It would make attending school much easier for our children!