Our approach

Informed by evidence, experience and expertise

Meaningful change happens when evidence is combined with lived experience and professional expertise. Rather than relying on any one source of knowledge, we bring these perspectives together to better understand challenges, identify opportunities and develop practical resources, programs and guidance.

A unique cross-sector network

Our network spans government, education, health, disability, employment and research sectors, professional bodies, and autistic people, families and carers across Australia and beyond. This breadth of expertise, experience and perspective enables us to identify shared challenges, connect people and organisations, and develop solutions that can be applied across sectors and settings.

Our recent work has been supported by a network of:

• 25formal members, associates and affiliates
• 115+organisations contributing to our research, co-design and initiatives
• 265+graduates of the Sylvia Rodger Institute Academy

Built on trusted relationships

Our network has been built over 13 years as the independent national source of evidence for best practice in relation to autism across the lifespan and spectrum. These trusted relationships create opportunities for collaboration, shared learning and long-term partnerships across sectors and communities.

They help us understand emerging priorities and challenges, enable us to bring together diverse perspectives, and ensure our work reflects the realities of the people and communities it aims to support.

Guided by our values