Social Hangout Time:
Wednesday 17th December 8pm–9pm MEL
* Wednesday, 17th December 9am–10am LON *
You're Invited! Join us for one of our regular Autistic Social Hangouts
No pressure, no masking, just real talk, and real connection.
If you’re an autistic adult looking for a welcoming, understanding, and neuro-affirming space to connect with others who get it, you’re invited to join us at one of our Autistic Social Hangouts. Twice monthly, AFTI’s Shannan Lea hosts a gathering of autistics from around the world. We aim to offer a safe and supportive environment to share experiences, ask questions, hear stories, and build meaningful connections. Though each hangout is different, it is always a space where you can be yourself.
Whether you're newly diagnosed, neuro-curious or have known you're autistic for years, this group is for you, run by autistic people, with autistic people and for autistic people, because lived experience matters.
Meet others from around the world and talk about life on the spectrum in a space that unconditionally respects and celebrates neurodivergence.
What to expect at our Hangouts
- Neurodivergent-friendly facilitation
- Real connection (not just small talk)
- Come-as-you-are vibe (no pressure, no masking)
- Inclusive, respectful conversations
- A mix of support, storytelling, and shared experiences
- Two monthly Zoom meet-ups with options to suit multiple timezones.
Common discussion topics include:
- Experiences of being diagnosed as an adult.
- Common interests and unique hobbies (from a diverse international group)
- Support needs, managing burnout, and self-advocacy.
- Share what being autistic means to you.
- Everyday issues such as masking, communication, social anxiety, disclosure, stimming, etc…
Who this group is for:
This event is designed for autistic and neurodivergent people, whether you’re formally diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or just questioning. We also welcome allies, friends, family, advocates, educators, support workers, and anyone else who wants to connect with us in a neuro-affirming space.
Join us for real talk and genuine community.
We hope to see you soon!
Cost: $30 AUD (free for members)
This event is included as part of your AFTI membership. If you're not a member you can sign up for just $29 AUD per month (cancel anytime) or alternatively to attend as a once-off, you can purchase a ticket for $30 AUD.
Our +1 Policy
Our commitment to sharing our inside understanding of autism means that we encourage partners / family members in the same household to attend our webinars together for the one affordable ticket price, because it takes a village to create an autistically inclusive and positive world.
NDIS Participants
Self-Managed or Plan Managed NDIS participants may be able to claim this webinar registration fee. Check with your plan manager for clarification.
Hosted by:
Shannan Lea
Autism From The Inside
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Autistic Led
Our presenters identify as neurodivergent and share knowledge as educational leaders and autistic adults with lived experience.
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Autism Friendly
With flexible options for taking part and opportunities for small group interactions.
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Neurodiversity Affirming
ALL of our training offers targeted strategies for overcoming specific autistic challenges through a positive, inclusive, and balanced approach to autistic strengths and abilities.
Purchase a Standard Membership for only $29 AUD/month
Membership includes:
- Free ticket To twice monthly LIVE Community Catch-ups (including this one!)
- Free ticket To monthly member webinars
- On-demand access to our webinar library
- Bonus Course Autism 101 for Busy Parents
- No contract Cancel anytime!
- 30 day money-back guarantee
Or UPGRADE to a Premium Membership for $59 AUD/month
And unlock access to these additional benefits:
- 100+ Summit Interviews with top autism experts, scholars, and influencers.
- Summit materials including workbooks, dot-point summaries, and reflection exercises.
We host monthly online events that are live and interactive, made to help everyone in our diverse global community. You can find more events like these on our events page.
If you want more webinars like this, for less than the price of a single webinar ticket each month, our members receive unlimited access to our library of past webinars, free tickets to our monthly new webinars, plus exclusive, members-only events and support.