Thriving Autistically
An Online Wellbeing Event for Autistic Adults
Saturday 4th October-Friday 10th October (All times Brisbane-AEST)
Thriving Autistically is Neurokindred’s annual online Autistic wellbeing event designed to celebrate all the beautiful & unique ways we support ourselves when we work with our Autistic ways of being.
Our aim is to cultivate a ‘safe-enough’ space for connection to neurokin, rejuvenation and engagement with neuro-affirming mental health supports and skills.
Over 7 days, we’ll host over 45 activity sessions, special interest sessions and peer support groups, all led by lived experience facilitators.
These sessions will focus on managing sensory needs, self-regulation, alternate ways to express and connect with emotions, community connection, telling our stories, and ‘life hacks’ to mental health hygiene practices.
A particular emphasis will be engaging in the nourishing, regulating and mental health protective influence of special interests (SpIns).
Lived Experience Facilitators
Volunteer Autistic facilitators will lead sessions providing firsthand insights into effective self-regulation and emotional expression strategies tailored to support Autistic well-being.
Autistic Perspectives
Highlighting Autistic perspectives in these discussions promotes deeper comprehension of mental health challenges and recovery paths unique to the Autistic community.
100% Online
By delivering these activities online, we ensure accessible, inclusive participation, fostering community support and enhanced mental health awareness in a safe, stigma-free environment.
Accessible and Inclusive
We have prioritised making this event accessible to all Autistics but particularly those in Autistic burnout, those struggling financially, Autistic elders, those with chronic illness, and residents in remote areas.
Lived experience and connection to Neurokin are centred at Thriving Autistically.
Thriving Autistically Activity Sessions
All times listed on this page are Brisbane Australia AEST. Click through to the event to see it in your local time.
Saturday, 4th October
Sunday, 5th October
- “So Dramatic” Improv Experiental Space
- Inciting Autistic Wellbeing
- Constructing Autistic Wellbeing
- Niche, Neglected, Neurocomplex, Naughty, Noxious, iNnovative & Nefarious Cauldrons
- Odditorium: Weird & Wonderful Objects & Collections
- The Complexity of Unmasking Safely with Jade Farrington & Kieran Rose
Monday, 6th October
- Conjuring Autistic Wellbeing
- Autistic Ageing ‘The Quiet Terror’: Autistic Elders Discussion – Special Event
- Queer Autistics Peer Support
- Autistic Social Entrepreneurship-The Program for Autistic Innovators, Systemisers & Social Entrepreneurs
- Fidgeting Autistic Wellbeing
- The Persephone Circle: Autistic WNB+ w/ Complex Trauma
- Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People: Everyday Practices for Individuals and Organisations
- Autistic Professional Artists Unite
Tuesday, 7th October
Wednesday, 8th October
Thursday, 9th October
Friday, 10th October
What is Thriving Autistically?
Thriving Autistically is a community-led online event series created by and for Autistic adults. It brings together workshops, panels, and creative sessions designed to celebrate Autistic identity, share knowledge, and build supportive community.
Who can attend?
All events are for Autistic people. They are designed as safe, affirming spaces where Autistic adults can connect, learn, and explore together.
How do I register?
Pre-registration opens on Friday 29 August 2025 via partner organisations’ mailing lists. General registration will open mid-September through our website. If you pre-register, you’ll get early access to book into events.
Do I have to pay to attend?
No — all events are completely free.
Where are the events held?
All sessions take place online so people can join from anywhere. You’ll receive the event link when you register.
How is Neurokindred providing support?
We have teams allocated for Accessibility including Chat Attendee Accessibility, Vision Impaired Accessibility as well as technical support available for all sessions.
What access supports are in place?
We aim to make events accessible. Sessions will include:
- Access to Otter AI transcripts on request
- Access to chat participation
- Clear session descriptions and expectations
If you need additional supports, please let us know when registering.
Will events be recorded?
No. For privacy and safety, none of the sessions are recorded. We want participants to feel comfortable sharing and engaging in the moment, knowing their contributions stay within the event space. Participant safety is our priority.
Can I present or help out in future events?
Thriving Autistically is built by Autistic people for Autistic people. If you’d like to be a facilitator or collaborator in the future, please reach out via our website contact form.