Aspect Autism Friendly partners with Gold Coast Airport to pioneer an inclusive travel framework

Gold Coast Airport, in collaboration with Aspect Autism Friendly, is paving the way for inclusive air travel with the launch of a groundbreaking accessibility initiative. Building on its legacy as the first Australian airport to adopt the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, the airport is raising the bar with a multi-disability environmental assessment designed to make travel welcoming and accessible for all.

Enhanced spaces at Aspect's Heatherton Adult Community Services (ACS) center

Aspect's Adult Community Support center in Heatherton, VIC has recently undergone exciting renovations to enhance our facilities and better support our participants.

New research finds ways to make airports more autism friendly

Air travel can be made more accessible and less overwhelming for Autistic individuals by reducing sensory overload, improving staff awareness and providing consistent support across the air travel industry.

NSW Parliament Inquiry on the prevalence, causes and impacts of loneliness begins

Aspect's submission to the NSW Parliament inquiry into loneliness and social isolation emphasises that Autistic people are at high risk for loneliness and social isolation.

Aspect's Sustainability Commitment: Solar Expansion and Energy Efficiency

Aspect is making strides in sustainability, expanding solar power across multiple campuses to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. New photovoltaic systems at six campuses are projected to cut electricity costs while reducing CO2 emissions.

Exploring the sky with confidence

Aspect partnered with Sydney Airport and Qantas to host a Familiarisation Tour, helping ten students from Aspect South East Sydney School practice the airport journey step by step. With key accommodations, the students gained confidence navigating essential processes like check-in, security, and boarding.

OT Week 2024: Empowering Lives, One Goal at a Time

This OT Week, we’re celebrating the remarkable contributions of Aspect’s occupational therapists (OTs), whose work is all about creating opportunities for people to live more meaningful lives.

Aspect welcomes two new Board members

Aspect is excited to announce the appointment of David Cowan and Jim Boynton to its Board of Directors.

Wear It Purple 2024

Aspect joins in celebrating Wear It Purple day, to foster a welcoming and informed environment for everyone, especially those on the autism spectrum. To participate, people are encouraged to wear purple, engage in creative activities, and support LGBTQIA+ charities.

Aspect partners with Helium Pictures for ABC's "The Assembly"

One of Australia’s most renowned interviewers, Leigh Sales, mentors Autistic journalism students as they learn their craft and interview well-known Australian personalities. All episodes of The Assembly are available to stream on ABC iView.

Autistic adults in Melbourne benefit from community gardening

Volunteers from South Surrey Park teach plant – and life – skills to Autistic adults

At least 1 in 40 Australians are Autistic: New estimate by Aspect on World Autism Understanding Day

The new prevalence estimate highlights the importance of supporting and understanding Autistic individuals and their families who represent a significant proportion of the Australian community.