A landmark initiative to boost inclusion for Autistic students will be launched at NSW Parliament House this Wednesday, bringing together more than 130 educators, researchers and policymakers from across the state’s education sectors.
Hosted by Parliamentary Secretary for Education and Early Learning Greg Warren MP and addressed by Minister for Disability Inclusion Kate Washington MP, the event – Inclusion through Collaboration – marks the launch of Aspect’s first Community of Practice for inclusive education.
The new network, led by Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), aims to strengthen inclusive teaching and learning across public, Catholic, independent and university settings. It follows urgent calls from both the Disability Royal Commission and the National Autism Strategy to improve access, equity and outcomes for Autistic students through greater collaboration and shared expertise.
Aspect’s National Director of Education, Maryanne Gosling said….