Lockdown on the spectrum: What the Autistic community has learnt during the pandemic

Many Australians have reported feeling lonely and isolated during the coronavirus pandemic, but imagine what the lockdown has been like for people living with disabilities. As the Disability Royal Commission resumes its public hearings, it’s expected to hear some uncomfortable truths about access to support and information due to the impact of COVID-19.

Lisa Claessen on wellbeing

Join Lisa Claessen, Autistic advocate and teacher, on Autistic wellbeing and thriving.

David Gray-Hammond on wellbeing

Join David Gray-Hammond, Autistic addiction and mental health advocate, Chief Operating Officer of NeuroClastic, as he shares his thoughts on Autistic wellbeing and thriving.

Anna Cristina on Autistic wellbeing

Join Autistic advocate, Anna Cristina, of The Autistic Realm Australia and Positively Pink, as she explores the fundamentals of Autistic wellbeing and thriving.

Kaithy Zhang on Autistic wellbeing

Join Autistic advocate and nurse, Kaithy Zhang, as she explores what helps her to thrive and maintain her wellbeing, even during this difficult COVID-19 period.

Dr Jac den Houting on Autistic wellbeing

Join Autistic advocate and researcher, Dr Jac den Houting (of ASAN Au/NZ), as they share their experiences of thriving and maintaining wellbeing during the COVID-19 isolation.

Tim Chan on thriving and wellbeing

Join non-traditionally communicating Autistic advocate, Tim Chan, as he shares his personal journey to thriving.

Katie Pryal on thriving and wellbeing

Join author and advocate, Katie Rose Guest Pryal, as she discusses what helps her to thrive, and shares her top tips for wellbeing during COVID-19.

Yenn Purkis on thriving and wellbeing

Autistic advocate, speaker and author, Yenn Purkis, shares with us the circumstances in which they thrive, and their top tips for Autistic wellbeing.