The Go-To Guy

The organising committee invites you to submit an abstract for a workshop presentation at the 10th National Autism Symposium, taking place in August 2026.
As we celebrate over a decade of learning, advocacy, and collaboration, our 2026 theme—Celebrating Autism: Next Steps—highlights the importance of moving forward with purpose, inclusivity, and innovation. We welcome submissions that present practical, compassionate, and forward-thinking approaches that support autistic individuals, their families, and the professionals who accompany them on their journeys.
Call for Abstracts:
We invite practical and interactive abstracts aimed at parents, autistic persons, educators, clinicians, and allied professionals. Workshops should focus on a clearly defined area within one of the following sub-themes:
Sub-Themes:
1.⁠ ⁠Unlocking Strengths: Recognising and valuing the diverse strengths, talents, and perspectives within the autistic community. This includes highlighting how autistic ways of thinking, learning, and engaging enrich families, schools, workplaces, and society. Submissions should shift from a deficit-based approach toward celebrating abilities and enabling autistic people to thrive.
2.⁠ ⁠Supporting Every Journey:
Every autistic person’s journey is unique. This sub-theme explores how families, professionals, communities, and systems can offer responsive, respectful, and person-centred support across the lifespan. We welcome practical strategies that honour autonomy, reduce barriers, and create environments where autistic people can navigate daily life with dignity and confidence.
3.⁠ ⁠Building Inclusive Futures:
Looking forward to a world where autistic people are fully included, represented, and supported. Submissions may focus on collaborative solutions, accessible design, meaningful inclusion of autistic voices, and policies that promote equity. The goal is to imagine and build a future where inclusion is the norm, not the exception.