National Autism Strategy: Thriving in an Inclusive and Accountable Society

This submission is in response to the Draft National Autism Strategy paper. This should be read in conjunction with our submission to the National Autism Strategy discussion paper “An Integrated and Inclusive Safe Society – 30 October 2023”. It is acknowledged that the intention of the National Autism Strategy is that it is a working document with ongoing review and evaluation and that it will be difficult to capture all issues in detail, as the experience of autism is diverse, and a one-size-fits all solution approach will not be sufficient. Notwithstanding, the 47 recommendations in this paper are considered important elements that are captured in this inaugural National Autism Strategy