This study found a glaring unmet need and a strong desire within the Autistic community for more accessible and inclusive opportunities for physical activities. New insights about the barriers and facilitators will be used by Aspect Autism Friendly to help sporting organisations and groups create better opportunities for Autistic individuals to enjoy the benefits of physical activity. Read more

More than 3100 online posts about autism disclosure were analysed to find out people's perspectives and experiences. The findings emphasise the dire need to increase autism knowledge across employers, healthcare, and the general population. The study also highlighted Autistic people's need for more support in navigating potentially life-changing disclosure decisions. Read more

Autistic people are more likely to interact with police than non-Autistic people. We asked Autistic adults and parents of Autistic children to share their lived experiences so we could learn more about when, why and how interactions with police occur. ARCAP’s research led to the development of an autism training module that is being used by a number of police forces across Australia. Read more

There are low rates of bank use among Autistic youth, which indicates low levels of financial independence. We asked Autistic adults what helps and hinders their use of financial services. This information can assist banks to create more autism-friendly services and products. Read more

Children on the autism spectrum are less physically active and have lower rates of community participation than non-Autistic children. Our research identified what made it easier and harder for Autistic children to be included in Nippers, an Australian-wide beach education program. Read more

Little is known about Autistic people’s interactions with criminal justice professionals on a global scale. The Global Autism and Criminal Justice Consortium, conducted the largest research study to explore Autistic people’s perceptions of their interactions with the criminal justice system. A policy brief was devised to guide criminal justice agencies worldwide in making adaptations for Autistic people. Analysis of the research data will inform policy, strategies and future research directions. Read more

Autistic children can experience difficulties with wearing and shopping for shoes. We asked parents of Autistic children about their child’s experiences with shoes. The research findings indicated that an ongoing program of autism awareness training for shoe shop staff and a range of adaptations to services could improve the in-store experience for Autistic children and their families. Read more

Allied Health Assistants (AHA) deliver therapy support – under the supervision of Allied Health Professionals – to regional, rural and remote communities via fly-in fly-out and tele-practice service models. This study explored a service model that allows AHAs to deliver efficient, sustainable therapy support to Autistic people and their families living in hard to reach locations. Read more