Headstrong by Headspace Craigieburn

Disability Impacting Youth in the Community Part 2


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In this second inspiring episode, headspace Craigieburn YAG Thomas and Tobi share their lived experiences with social and romantic relationships as a neurodivergent person. Furthermore, they address stigmas about the disability community and how harmful they can be. Thomas and Tobi also share how to support people with a disability, and available neurodivergent support networks/services.

Here are the services shared by Thomas & Tobi:

1. Accessing disability education support units at university or TAFE - can help support with studies with accomodations, for example; note takers or extension on assignments

2. Autism Connect - free and confidential national autism helpline and webchat, Monday-Friday 8am-7pm 1300 308 699 https://www.amaze.org.au/autismconnect/

3. Autism From The Inside - spreads awareness and education about autism, including educational videos and fortnightly social groups on Fridays in Fitzroy, Melbourne

https://www.autismfromtheinside.com.au/

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Headstrong by Headspace CraigieburnBy headspace Craigieburn Youth Advocacy Group