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Rainbow spectrum Group


Are you an adult aged 18 years or older who has Aspergers, is autistic, or who has another similar neurodivergent profile?
Are you also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community?

Are you looking for a group of peers who share your experience who you can meet, chat to, exchange stories, advice, and experiences, and connect with?

If you answered "Yes" to all of these, we would love to see you at our new LGBTQIA+ peer support group!


Who is this group for?

Our LGBTQIA+ Group is for individuals aged 18 and older who are peers of the autistic community AND the LGBTQIA+ community.

We welcome adults at all stages of the assessment / diagnostic journey, including self-diagnosed.

As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to join our separate Parents & Carers Group.


When does this group meet?

Our LGBTQIA+ peer support group is currently on hold as we continue the search for a volunteer Group Leader. As soon as this role is filled, we will announce the date and details of the first group meeting date.

If you are a peer of the Rainbow Spectrum Group and you would like to apply or to know more about the Group Leader role, please complete our online application form or contact our AV admin team for more information.

The meeting day, time, and format are all yet to be determined.


How can I register for the next group meeting?

To make sure we contact you when the details of the first group meeting are finalised, please add your name to our AV mailing list.

Visit the Join our AV Mailing List page, enter your first name and your email address, tick "Peer Support Groups - LGBTQIA+" as an area of interest, as well as any other topics you're interested in, and we'll include you in future emails.


If you would like more information, please email our AV admin team.


Upcoming Group Meetings

  • Teens Work KnowHow Program - Expression of Interest 2023

    • 20 Dec 2022
    • 31 Dec 2023
    • Hybrid of Online and Face to Face
    Register



    Teens Work KnowHow Program 

    Expression of Interest 2023


    Updated 1 May 2023

    Applications for Round 1 2023 have now closed. If you are interested in applying for Round 2, 2023, please continue below. 
    If you are interested in receiving emails about this program beyond Round 2 2023, please add your name to the mailing list.



    Thank you for your interest in our Aspergers Victoria Teens Work KnowHow Program.

    AV believes that our early career experiences build our life foundations. It is our vision that this exciting program provides our community with a pathway to understand themselves, the world of work, and their job readiness. The program is delivered in a way that is positive, empowering, practical and geared towards individual learning styles.

    Participants in this program will leave with more career understanding, self-confidence and some useful tools to help them map out their own future in work.

    The program will include parent / guardian communication as well so you can support the participants' progress. This program is designed to align with the Department of Education and Training requirements for work experience.


    Who can join the program?

    • Individuals with Aspergers, autistic individuals, or other similar neurodivergent profiles (diagnosed, self-diagnosed, and self-identified are all welcome).
    • Teens and young people aged from 14 and 9 months to 21 years as of Monday 1 May, 2023.

    Participants must also be:

    • Enrolled in secondary education.
    • AV members (non-members are welcome to add their name to the Expression of Interest, but you will need to be a current paid AV member to participate in the program).
    • Able to participate independently (ie: without assistance from a parent / carer / support worker).


    Program content

    • The program comprises workshops, mock interviews, and a supported work experience placement.
    • Participants are matched with an AV job coach.
    • Workshops will be both online and in person (in person sessions will take place in metropolitan Melbourne).
    • Work experience placement will be with a host employer based in metropolitan Melbourne.


    Proposed program dates

    Round 2: Monday 17 July to Friday 6 October

    For information on the proposed dates for each round including workshops and placement week, please view our Teens Work KnowHow Program overview.

    NB: these are proposed dates and are subject to change.


    Is the program free?

    Courtesy of a generous ILC grant from the Department of Social Services, our Teens Work KnowHow program is free of charge for AV members.


    Why do I need to fill out this form?

    The information collected in this form assists us to determine interest and applicant suitability for the program. We will process applications and contact families in early 2023.


    If you have any questions, please contact our Employment Project Manager, Charmain: programs@aspergersvic.org.au


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  • Job Coaching Program - Participant Application

    • 1 Jan 2023
    • 30 Jun 2023
    Register



    Job Coaching Program

    Participant Application


    After a successful pilot program offering complimentary coaching to our community during COVID lockdown periods in 2020 and 2021, AV is excited to announce that applications are now open for our fee-for-service job coaching program.


    • If you are ready to apply for a space in our coaching program, please click the Register button and complete the application form.
    • If you are looking for general information about the coaching program, if you have questions about the coaching program, if you are interested in coaching but are not yet ready to apply, or if you are a parent / carer / support worker of a potential applicant, please visit the coaching page on the AV website and browse the resources we have available. We also invite you to add your name to the AV mailing list for coaching to be notified of upcoming coaching opportunities.


    Eligibility criteria

    • Coaching participants must be aged 18 or older.

    • We welcome applications from individuals with Aspergers, autistic individuals, and those with other similar neurodivergent profiles.

    • Application is open to members and non-members, however you will need to have a current AV membership to proceed with coaching beyond the initial discovery session. 

    • The application must be completed by the person who will be participating in the coaching program. 
      Note for parents, carers, and support workers: if you know someone who may be interested in coaching, you are welcome to share information about coaching with them, however we do ask that this application form is completed by the applicant themselves.


    Cost: $450 for three sessions with an AV Job Coach.

    (NDIS participants may be able to use plan funds to cover this fee.)


    What happens next?

    When you have successfully completed and submitted your application form, you will receive a email confirming that you have completed the form successfully. Your name and your responses will be shared with our coaching team. When a coaching space becomes available, we will contact you to arrange a discovery session with you.

    As we have received a lot of interest in this program, this may take some time, but we will do our best to contact you as soon as possible.


    For more information

    If you have further questions or feedback about this activity, please contact our AV admin team.

    • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.
    • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.
    • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.


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    • Expression of Interest: Neurodivergent Professionals Network

      • 18 Apr 2023
      • 31 May 2023
      Register


      Expression of Interest:

      Neurodivergent Professionals Network


      AV are excited to announce that we are seeking expressions of interest for the AV Neurodivergent Professionals Network, a new interest group for neurodivergent-identifying adults who are, or have previously worked in, professional roles and who are:

       

      • Keen to connect with other ND professionals and share their stories and experiences in a safe and understanding space;
      • Excited to support and leverage the talents of this awesome community and help one another rise together;
      • Passionate about identifying and instigating positive social impact for the ND community; and
      • Interested to change the narrative around how neurodivergence is perceived in the workplace and beyond.


      We are seeking input from our community to help us make this group a reality.


      Eligibility

      You must meet all of these criteria to be eligible to participate in the network beyond the first session.

      • You identify as Aspergers or autistic (self-diagnosed welcome).
      • You are a current AV member.
      • You are aged 18 or older.
      • You are or have previously worked in a professional role.


      This Expression of Interest and the first session is open to AV members and non-members, however only current AV members will be able to participate in the group beyond the first session.


      If you are interested in contributing to the formation of this network or to receive information about the first session, please click Register to go to the registration form.


      How can I be involved?

      You will have the opportunity to tell us how you would like to be involved in this group. You can select as many of the below three options as you would like to.

      • Join the co-design committee to share your views for the group setup, format, and activities / discussion topics (open to AV members aged 18+ only)
      • Volunteer as the Group Leader or Group Assistant
      • Receive updates about the group when it is established


      What happens next?

      After you add your name to the Expression of Interest, you will receive a confirmation email to let you know that your registration has been successful. When we have more information about the first session of the group, we will contact you to let you know.


      For more information

      If you have further questions or feedback about this activity, please contact our AV admin team.

      • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.
      • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.
      • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.


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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Monday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 1)

        • 1 May 2023
        • 5 Jun 2023
        • 6 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Join waitlist


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Monday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 1)



        Priority registrations for returning players open Monday 27 March.
        Please check your emails for details.
        Any remaining spaces will be available for new players to register from Monday 3 April.

        If you have questions before then,

        please email our AV admin team.



        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Monday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 1)

        First session date: Monday 1 May

        Last session date: Monday 5 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 10-13 years

        Dungeon Master: Tarquin

        DM email: dnd4@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Tarquin

        Campaign profile: Group 1


        Cost

        $210 for 6 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Monday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 8)

        • 1 May 2023
        • 5 Jun 2023
        • 6 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Register



        D&D Term 2 2023
        Monday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 8)



        This is a new D&D group for Term 2. Registrations for this group will open on Monday 3 April. If you have questions before then,

        please contact our AV admin team.


        The AV D&D program continues this term, and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Monday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 8)

        First session date: Monday 1 May

        Last session date: Monday 5 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 18 and older

        Dungeon Master: Jim

        DM email address: dnd7@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Jim

        Campaign profile: Group 8


        Cost

        $210 for 6 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Tuesday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 2)

        • 2 May 2023
        • 13 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Join waitlist


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Tuesday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 2)


        Updated Monday 3 April: this group is now fully booked. If you would like to join a D&D group this term, please browse the other Term 2 D&D groups to find an alternative day and time that suits your schedule.

        If no other groups suit your schedule, we invite you to complete our AV D&D Player Waitlist Survey to tell us your availability: if we have enough players, we may be able to add another group, however completing this survey is not a guarantee of a space in the D&D program.




        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Tuesday 5.30pm, 10-13y.o. (Group 2)

        First session date: Tuesday 2 May

        Last session date: Tuesday 13 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 10-13 years

        Dungeon Master: Jim

        DM email address: dnd7@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Jim

        Campaign profile: Group 2


        Cost

        $245 for 7 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Tuesday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o.+ (Group 9)

        • 2 May 2023
        • 13 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Register


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Tuesday 6.00pm, 10-17y.o. (Group 9)



        This is a new D&D group for Term 2. Registrations for this group will open on Monday 3 April. If you have questions before then,

        please contact our AV admin team.



        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Tuesday 6.00pm, 10-17y.o. (Group 9)

        First session date: Tuesday 2 May

        Last session date: Tuesday 13 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 10-17 years

        Dungeon Master: Fox

        DM email address: dnd5@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Fox

        Campaign profile: Group 9


        Cost

        $245 for 7 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Wednesday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o. (Group 3)

        • 3 May 2023
        • 14 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Join waitlist


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Wednesday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o. (Group 3)


        Updated Monday 3 April: this group is now fully booked. If you would like to join a D&D group this term, please browse the other Term 2 D&D groups to find an alternative day and time that suits your schedule.

        If no other groups suit your schedule, we invite you to complete our AV D&D Player Waitlist Survey to tell us your availability: if we have enough players, we may be able to add another group, however completing this survey is not a guarantee of a space in the D&D program.




        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Wednesday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o. (Group 3)

        First session date: Wednesday 3 May

        Last session date: Wednesday 14 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 14-17 years

        Dungeon Master: Cal

        DM email address: dnd1@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Cal

        Campaign profile: Group 3


        Cost

        $245 for 7 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Wednesday 6.30pm, 18+ (Group 4)

        • 3 May 2023
        • 14 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Register



        D&D Term 2 2023
        Wednesday 6.30pm, 18+ (Group 4)



        The AV D&D program continues this term, and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Wednesday 6.30pm, 18+ (Group 4)

        First session date: Wednesday 3 May

        Last session date: Wednesday 14 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 18 and older

        Dungeon Master: Fox

        DM email address: dnd5@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Fox

        Campaign profile: Group 4


        Cost

        $245 for 7 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Thursday 12.00pm, 10-17y.o. (Group 5)

        • 4 May 2023
        • 15 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Register


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Thursday 12.00pm, 10-17.y.o (Group 5)



        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Thursday 12.00pm, 10-17y.o. (Group 5)

        First session date: Thursday 4 May

        Last session date: Thursday 15 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 10-17 years

        Dungeon Master: Michael

        DM email address: dnd3@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Michael

        Campaign profile: Group 5


        Cost

        $245 for 7 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Thursday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o. (Group 6)

        • 4 May 2023
        • 15 Jun 2023
        • 7 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Join waitlist


        D&D Term 2 2023
        Thursday 6.00pm, 14-17.y.o (Group 6)


        Updated Monday 3 April: this group is now fully booked. If you would like to join a D&D group this term, please browse the other Term 2 D&D groups to find an alternative day and time that suits your schedule.

        If no other groups suit your schedule, we invite you to complete our AV D&D Player Waitlist Survey to tell us your availability: if we have enough players, we may be able to add another group, however completing this survey is not a guarantee of a space in the D&D program.




        The AV D&D program continues this term and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Thursday 6.00pm, 14-17y.o. (Group 6)

        First session date: Thursday 4 May

        Last session date: Thursday 16 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 14-17 years

        Dungeon Master: Doyle

        DM email address: dnd8@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Doyle

        Campaign profile: Group 6


        Cost

        $245 for 8 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Friday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 7)

        • 5 May 2023
        • 16 Jun 2023
        • 6 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        Join waitlist



        D&D Term 2 2023
        Friday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 7)


        Updated Monday 3 April: this group is now fully booked. If you would like to join a D&D group this term, please browse the other Term 2 D&D groups to find an alternative day and time that suits your schedule.
        If no other groups suit your schedule, we invite you to complete our AV D&D Player Waitlist Survey to tell us your availability: if we have enough players, we may be able to add another group, however completing this survey is not a guarantee of a space in the D&D program.



        The AV D&D program continues this term, and your DMs and DMAs are excited for you to join them on more adventures with your questing group, while also making friends, exploring your creativity, connecting with others in our community, and having fun.


        Each session runs for three hours, providing fun and social connection for our players and meaningful ongoing employment opportunities for our community. 


        (For further information about the AV D&D program, please visit the D&D page on the AV website.)



        Register on this page for: Term 2, Friday 6.00pm, 18+ (Group 7)

        First session date: Friday 5 May

        Last session date: Friday 16 June

        Each session: 3 hours (with breaks)

        Player eligibility: AV members aged 18 and older

        Dungeon Master: Tarquin

        DM email address: dnd7@aspergersvic.org.au

        DM biography for Tarquin

        Campaign profile: Group 7


        Cost

        $210 for 6 sessions. If cost is a barrier, please email our AV admin team. If you are not yet an AV member, join as an AV member today to access this members-only program and so much more.


        • For other D&D groups this term, please visit the D&D program page on the AV website to view all group days and times for this term.
        • NB: D&D sessions do not run on weekends, on public holidays, on Fridays leading into long weekends, or on the Monday before Cup Day.
        • Please choose your group carefully as we cannot accommodate player requests to change groups after registration.


        AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

        • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, adult supervision for younger players, and a trial of Discord for all groups in Term 1 2023.
        • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
        • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


        About character sheets

        • Players will be asked in registration if they would like to upload a character sheet / email a character sheet to the DM, if they need some help to create a character sheet, or if they need the DM to provide a pre-set character sheet.
        • Returning players need to provide an updated character sheet at least one week before the first session.
        • If a player has indicated that they need help, the DM will contact them via email before the first session.
        • For a list of accepted character source materials, please read the Campaign Profile for this group.
        • Homebrew / custom characters or monster-race characters cannot be accommodated in AV's D&D program.


        Important Player Documents


        Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


        For more information

        If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

        • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

        • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

        • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

        • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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      • D&D Term 2, 2023: Introduction to D&D Workshop - Group 1 (10-17y.o.)

        • 24 May 2023
        • 31 May 2023
        • 2 sessions
        • Online via Zoom
        • 2
        Register



        D&D Workshops

        Introduction to D&D

        Group 1 - players aged 10-17 years


        About the AV Introduction to D&D Workshops

        If you have never played D&D before and you would like to get an introduction to D&D before signing up for a full-term program, our D&D Introduction Workshops are designed for you. Hosted by AV’s fantastic Dungeon Masters, who together have more than a century of experience facilitating D&D campaigns, the workshops run in pairs and are designed to help you to prepare to join a full term AV D&D program for the first time.


        Who can join?

        • AV members and non-members

        • Players aged 10 and older (NB: this group is only for players aged 10 to 17 years)

        • Players who have either never played D&D before, or who have played a maximum of two previous individual sessions.

        Note: If you/your player has joined the AV D&D Program previously, please be aware that these workshops are not suitable for you, and you/your player are not eligible to join these workshops.


        What will be covered?

        Workshop 1: introduction to D&D and gameplay essentials, as well as how to create a character.

        Workshop 2: apply what you have learned in Workshop 1 in a one-session D&D game with guidance from your DM. Includes a Q&A session after the game to help you to prepare for your first AV D&D group.


        Cost: $70 for AV members, $85 for non-members.

        Registration includes access to both workshops in the series.

        Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

        If cost is a barrier, please contact Jenni.


        When will the workshops take place for this group? 

        This workshop pair is for players aged 10-17 years.

        Workshop 1: Wednesday 24 May, 5.30pm to 8.30pm

        Workshop 2: Wednesday 31 May, 5.30pm to 8.30pm

        Your Dungeon Masters are Michael and Doyle.

        Michael: View DM biography or email Michael.

        Doyle: View DM biography or email Doyle


        For information about workshops for other age groups, please visit the Dungeons & Dragons page on the AV website.


          AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

          • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, and adult supervision for younger players.
          • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
          • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


          Important Player Documents


          Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


          For more information

          If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

          • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

          • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

          • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

          • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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        • D&D Term 2, 2023: Introduction to D&D Workshop - Group 2 (18+)

          • 24 May 2023
          • 31 May 2023
          • 2 sessions
          • Online via Zoom
          • 6



          D&D Workshops

          Introduction to D&D

          Group 2 - players aged 18+


          About the AV Introduction to D&D Workshops

          If you have never played D&D before and you would like to get an introduction to D&D before signing up for a full-term program, our D&D Introduction Workshops are designed for you. Hosted by AV’s fantastic Dungeon Masters, who together have more than a century of experience facilitating D&D campaigns, the workshops run in pairs and are designed to help you to prepare to join a full term AV D&D program for the first time.


          Who can join?

          • AV members and non-members

          • Players aged 10 and older (NB: this group is only for players aged 18 and older)

          • Players who have either never played D&D before, or who have played a maximum of two previous individual sessions.

          Note: If you/your player has joined the AV D&D Program previously, please be aware that these workshops are not suitable for you, and you/your player are not eligible to join these workshops.


          What will be covered?

          Workshop 1: introduction to D&D and gameplay essentials, as well as how to create a character.

          Workshop 2: apply what you have learned in Workshop 1 in a one-session D&D game with guidance from your DM. Includes a Q&A session after the game to help you to prepare for your first AV D&D group.


          Cost: $70 for AV members, $85 for non-members.

          Registration includes access to both workshops in the series.

          Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

          If cost is a barrier, please contact Jenni.


          When will the workshops take place for this group? 

          This workshop pair is for players aged 18+.

          Workshop 1: Wednesday 24 May, 7.00pm to 10.00pm

          Workshop 2: Wednesday 31 May, 7.00pm to 10.00pm

          Your Dungeon Master is Jim: email your DM.

          DM biography for Jim


          For information about workshops for other age groups, please visit the Dungeons & Dragons page on the AV website.


            AV Player Registration Information: please read this before registering

            • The AV D&D Player Registration Information includes important information about registering, changing groups, allowed character types, and adult supervision for younger players.
            • All players (and parents / carers where applicable) will need to agree to this as part of the registration process.
            • NB: By registering for this group, you confirm that you and / or your player have read, understood, and agree to the Player Registration Information.


            Important Player Documents


            Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


            For more information

            If you have questions or if you need assistance, please contact our AV admin team.

            • Call 0480 385 710, or email us.

            • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

            • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

            • The AV email inbox is not monitored outside business hours. 



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          • Book Club: May

            • 31 May 2023
            • 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
            • Online via Zoom
            • 0
            Join waitlist


            Book Club: May



            About the AV Book Club

            If you enjoy reading fiction and would like to have an incentive to read more, expand your reading list, and to meet with others to share your thoughts and insights and to hear others' perspectives, consider joining the AV Book Club for your next literary adventure. We read and discuss work by autistic authors as well as non-autistic authors.


            This month, we will discuss Stim: An Autistic Anthology, edited by Lizzie Huxley-Jones.

            This insightful and eye-opening collection of essays, fiction and visual art showcases the immense talents of some of the UK's most exciting writers and artists – who just happen to be on the spectrum.


            Here they reclaim the power to speak for themselves and redefine what it means to be autistic.


            Stim invites the reader into the lives, experiences, minds of the eighteen contributors, and asks them to recognise the hurdles of being autistic in a non-autistic world and to uncover the empathy and understanding necessary to continue to champion brilliant yet unheard voices.



            Cost: FREE for AV members.

            Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

            If cost is a barrier, please contact Jenni.


            All attendees must register before attending an AV activity.

            For online activities, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.


            Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


            For more information

            • Call 0480 385 710, or email our AV admin team.

            • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

            • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

            • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.



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          • Partners Group: June - in person meeting

            • 1 Jun 2023
            • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
            • Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145
            • 9
            Register

            Partners Group: June

            - in person meeting


            About our Partners Group

            Join our Partners Peer Support Group to meet other adults who are or who have been in a relationship with someone who has Aspergers, is autistic, or has a similar neurodivergent profile. Sharing experiences within the safe environment of our peer support meetings can be a lifeline, and sharing with people who have similar lived experience is validating and often educational. Your partner may be self-diagnosed or have a formal diagnosis, and you may share a household or live separately. We are an inclusive group and welcome partners of all genders and relationship types.

            This session is facilitated by our Partners Group Leaders. All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees.


            Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members, FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

            Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

            Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

            If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.


            Venue Information

            Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood, 3145

            Power Neighbourhood House website

            Power Neighbourhood House on Google Maps

            Public transport: Holmesglen Station (700m). 624 bus (stops outside). On-street parking.

            Accessibility: Ramp access at front and rear, accessible bathroom.


            Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

            For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

            In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

            NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.


            Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


            For assistance or more information

            • Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.

            • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

            • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity and for the first hour of the activity.

            • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.


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          • Teens Group: June - online meeting

            • 2 Jun 2023
            • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
            • Online via Discord only
            • 15
            Register


            Teens Hub: June

            - online meeting via Discord


            About our Group

            Our Teens group is for Aspergers, autistic and other similar neurodivergent teens to meet and hang out to play games or chat. At our online meetings, the Teens meet via Discord, and each Teen must be supervised by a parent or carer when accessing the Discord server.


            The Teens Team:

            • Callan T, Callan B, Sunny - Volunteer Mentors


            Volunteers needed

            We’re looking for volunteers aged 18 and older to help out as Teens Mentors. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.


            Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

            Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

            Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

            If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.


            Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

            For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link / Discord link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

            NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.


            How to register

            - In the first section, enter the details of the teen attending.

            - In the second section, enter the details of the parent / carer / support worker who will be at the same address as the teen.


              What is Discord?

              Discord is a free voice, video and text chat app for teens and adults aged 13 and over. Teens can access Discord via their computer or smart phone. Using Discord, they can join servers they have been invited to, create private servers with their friends, or message each other individually or in group chats. We suggest reading the Parents' Guide to Discord Blog before joining for the first time.


              Is it safe for our teens to use?

              Yes. Aspergers Victoria have created a dedicated, secure server for our Teens group. Only registered participants can access the AV Teens Discord server, and the link changes monthly for security. Our moderators have the list of registered teens and will only allow them to be online during the meeting. 


              Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


              For assistance or more information

              • Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.

              • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

              • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity and for the first hour of the activity.

              • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.

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            • Women & Non-Binary Folk Group: June - online meeting

              • 3 Jun 2023
              • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
              • Online via Zoom
              Register



              Women & Non-Binary Folk Group: June

              - online meeting


              About our Group

              Our Women & Non-Binary Folk Group is a great place to connect with other Aspergers autistic women (cis and trans) and non-binary folk to chat about your experiences, share ideas, exchange advice, and support each other. You are also welcome to attend our Adults Group or our Young Adults Group, or all three!


              This session is facilitated by our Women & NB Group Leader.

              All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.


              Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees.

              Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

              Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team do for our community.

              If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.


              Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

              For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

              First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting. Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.


              Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


                For assistance or more information

                • Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.

                • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

                • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity and for the first hour of the activity.

                • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.


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                • Parents & Carers Group: June - online meeting

                  • 14 Jun 2023
                  • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
                  • Online via Zoom
                  Register


                  Parents & Carers Group: June

                  - online meeting


                  About the Parents & Carers Group

                  This is an online peer support meeting open to all parents and carers of Aspergers / autistic children, teens and adults to meet, chat, exchange ideas and find support.


                  Note: from 2023, due to changes in our volunteer team's availability, this group meeting date has been moved to the second Wednesday evening of each month. The start and end time will remain the same. The May meeting date is an exception to this due to a scheduling conflict in the team - from June, we will return to meeting on the second Wednesday evening of each month.



                  About our Group Leaders

                  Our Parents & Carers Group Leaders are Toni, Jenny, and Sue.

                  All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.


                  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for +Groups membership holders and first-time attendees.

                  Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

                  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

                  If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.


                  Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

                  For online events, you will need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link / Discord link. First-time attendee tickets must be requested at least 24 hours before the meeting.

                  NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.


                  Community Guides (step by step information to support our community)


                  For assistance or more information

                  • Call 0480 385 710 or email our AV admin team.

                  • The AV phone is switched on from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday.

                  • Tech and admin support for after-hours activities is available by phone call only for an hour before the activity start time and for the first hour of the activity.

                  • Please note that our email inbox is not monitored outside business hours.


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                  • Adults Group: June - in person meeting

                    • 15 Jun 2023
                    • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
                    • Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue, Ashwood
                    • 21
                    Register


                    Adults Group: June

                    - in person meeting


                    About the Adults Group

                    Our Adults Group is for older members of the Aspergers autistic community and those with other similar neurodivergent profiles. It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults are welcome to join in. (Young adults may prefer to attend our Young Adults group meetings as well as or instead of this group.)

                    As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to join our separate Parents & Carers Group.


                    The topic this month is "NDIS Supporting You".



                    Volunteers needed

                    We’re looking for a volunteer Group Assistant to support our Group Leader and help to run the group. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.



                    About our Group Leaders

                    All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.


                    Cost: $10 for AV members, $15 for non-members, FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and for first-time attendees

                    Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

                    Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs, and to support the work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.


                    If cost is a barrier, please contact Jenni.


                    Venue information


                    Anyone wanting to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

                    For in-person events, this allows us to ensure that we have enough volunteers attending on the night to support the group, and to ensure that the venue can safely accommodate all attendees.

                    In the event that the activity is cancelled or transferred to an online meeting, we will only be able to let you know if you have registered.

                    NB: Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10. Please note that first-time attendee tickets must be requested before the meeting and are not available at the door.


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                    If you have further questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact our AV admin team.

                    • Call 0480 385 710 or email us.

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                  • Adults Group: June - online meeting

                    • 22 Jun 2023
                    • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
                    • Online via Zoom
                    Register


                    Adults Group: June

                    - online meeting


                    About the Adults Group

                    Our Adults Group is for older members of the Aspergers autistic community and those with other similar neurodivergent profiles. It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults are welcome to join in. (Young adults may prefer to attend our Young Adults group meetings as well as or instead of this group.)

                    As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to join our separate Parents & Carers Group.

                    This meeting will be online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.


                    The topic this month is "NDIS Supporting You".



                    Volunteers needed

                    We’re looking for a volunteer Group Assistant to support our Group Leader and help to run the group. If you’re interested, please complete our online volunteer application or contact AV admin for more information.



                    About our Group Leaders

                    All AV volunteer group leaders are peers of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.


                    Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members. FREE for holders of a +Groups Membership and first-time attendees.

                    Community Guide: About our free* first-time attendee ticket

                    Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for activities, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support the work our AV team does for our community.

                    If cost is a barrier, please contact our AV admin team.


                    Anyone wishing to attend an AV activity must register before attending.

                    For online events, you need to register to receive the Zoom meeting link.

                    Unregistered attendees may incur an admin fee of up to $10.