Who are we?
Altogether Autism provides free autism information and advice for Autistic people, whānau, professionals, and the community. We offer personalised autism advice, an annual Journal publication, and evidence-based information backed by both research and lived experience.
We operate as a partnership between Your Way | Kia Roha and Parent to Parent, with funding from the New Zealand government.
Connect with us through our live chat, available weekdays from 9am to 4.30pm.
Explore our comprehensive online information hub or attend one of our tailored workshops designed to meet diverse needs.
Our Services
- Personalised information on autism and issues affecting Autistic people
- Free annual Journal publication
- Evidence-based information and advice from autism researchers and professionals
- Lived experience advice from Autistic people
- Free community workshops
- Professional development and tailored workshops
- Contact with a support parent who also has an Autistic child
- Support for siblings of Autistic children.
Request Personalised Information
Altogether Autism offers evidence-based answers to your autism-related questions.
Our expertise covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Diagnosis
- Educational rights and access
- Needs Assessment Service Coordination (NASC)
- Communication
- Connecting with Autistic communities
- Local support services.
Research and Advice
We provide answers based on current research and insights from our Advisory Group, which includes Autistic people, whānau, and professionals.
Live Chat
Connect with a real person through our website’s live chat, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm. Click the orange bubble in the bottom right corner of our website to chat.
Free Community Workshops
Workshops are held throughout Aotearoa New Zealand and online, in partnership with Parent to Parent. They are a place to learn more about autism and provide an opportunity to meet other whānau and Autistic people. See upcoming events.
Professional Development and Tailored Workshops
Altogether Autism has a wide range of workshops for Autistic people, whānau, allies, and professionals. Custom programmes are available to meet specific learning needs. Our workshops are developed in consultation with Autistic people and professionals and delivered by experienced facilitators who have lived experience or professional knowledge of autism. View the workshops.
Altogether Autism Journal
The Altogether Autism Journal features lived experiences, professional insights, research, and news. Subscription is free for both print and digital format. Subscribe here.
Information Hub
Our website provides comprehensive autism information for all life stages, covering topics like mental health, education, behaviour, and employment. Content is contributed by Autistic people, whānau, professionals, and specialist autism researchers. View the information hub or request personalised information.
