Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.

Medical problem? Call 1800 022 222. If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately

healthdirect Australia is a free service where you can talk to a nurse or doctor who can help you know what to do.

beginning of content

Autism Awareness Australia

Founded in 2007, Autism Awareness Australia is a not-for-profit autism education and awareness organisation.

Their goal is simple: to improve the lives of all Australians on the autism spectrum and the families who love them.

Vision and mission

Autism Awareness Australia is all about empowering autism families.

How Autism Awareness Australia can help

They ensure autistic individuals, and their parents/carers have access to the best possible free information, resources and tools to empower them to support themselves or their loved ones on the spectrum.

They also provide targeted educational programs to families, professionals and the broader community. All of this alongside their ongoing push to de-mystify and bring awareness to the abilities and challenges faced by the autism spectrum community.

Programs and apps and tools

  • Autism: What Next?: a free digital toolkit to help you navigate the first year following an autism diagnosis

Autism Awareness’s campaigns and events have reached millions of Australians. They have delivered the majority of the programs free of charge across the country, including in rural and regional communities.

Recommended links

Last reviewed: November 2021

Information from this partner

Found 31 results

Autism myths and misconceptions | Autism Awareness Australia

Autism is surrounded by myths and misconceptions. Learn how to identify and debunk common myths and pseudoscience about autism.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Signs of autism | Autism Awareness Australia

Identify the early signs of autism across different age groups, from young children to adults.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Autism signs in children | Autism Awareness Australia

Spotting autism in children can be difficult. Learn about the common signs of autism at different developmental stages and how to seek further support.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Autism in women and girls | Autism Awareness Australia

Autistic girls and women are often diagnosed later than males. Learn the signs of autism in women and girls, and explore available support options.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Autism in older children and teens | Autism: What next?

Having a child diagnosed as a teenager brings a different set of challenges. While there are ample resources to assist families with young children on the autism spectrum, there are fewer addressing issues faced by older children and teens.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Things to read, watch & listen | Autism: What next?

There is a LOT to read, watch and listen to about autism. Here you will find a list of material to get you started. All these resources are of good quality and you can trust the information they give you.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Autism in children | Autism: What next?

Caring for a child with autism has its own unique challenges. The child with the disorder also often has problems communicating with others.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Road to diagnosis | Autism: What next?

A guide to the early signs of autism and to autism assessments and diagnosis. Learn here what to expect and how to manage this process.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Looking after yourself | Autism: What next?

It is critical for parents and carers to invest in their mental and physical wellbeing. You need to be at your best in order to be your child's best advocate. Hear from families and professionals about how you can take care of yourself.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Supporting your family | Autism: What next?

Your friends and family will benefit from learning about autism and about your child’s specific needs. Find supports here for the extended family and for siblings too.

Read more on Autism Awareness Australia website

Healthdirect 24hr 7 days a week hotline

24 hour health advice you can count on

1800 022 222

Government Accredited with over 140 information partners

We are a government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice

Australian Government, health department logo ACT Government logo New South Wales government, health department logo Northen Territory Government logo Queensland Government logo Government of South Australia, health department logo Tasmanian government logo Victorian government logo Government of Western Australia, health department logo

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.