Government-promoted resources aren’t always safe or supportive. In this episode, I take you inside the Autistics Guide to Adulthood, a resource promoted by NDIS, and show you why it misses the mark and what to look for instead.
“Just because something has a big shiny seal of approval from a big government body, it may or may not actually be a quality resource.” – Adina Levy
In this episode I cover:
• Why the Autistics Guide to Adulthood resource, funded and promoted by NDIS, is outdated and harmful in key ways
• How to spot when a resource pushes masking, compliance, and neurotypical norms rather than affirming autistic communication and self-expression
• What to look for in genuinely neurodiversity affirming resources that support autistic people to thrive as themselves
Links & Resources mentioned
• Grab my
Free Checklist: Neurodiversity Affirming Social Support Approaches for Autistic Children – practical guide to evaluate supports that are and aren't ND affirming –
https://playlearnchat.kit.com/1fcf4c5759
• Neurodiversity Affirming Practice Learning Hub Bundle – discounted professional training bundle for those who support neurodivergent children. Already discounted, plus get an extra 10% off with the code POD10 –
https://playlearnchat.com/learning-hub/
