Autism Family Support Association

Welcome to AFSA

The Autism Family Support Association Inc. (AFSA) is a community based volunteer group representing those in Victoria who have a family member/s on the Autism Spectrum.

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Mission

Who are we

AFSA is the collective voice for autistic people with complex and high support needs and their parents, carers and families.
We provide fellowship, peer support and information.

AFSA actively raises our community’s concerns with state and federal government policy makers to achieve better services and outcomes for autistic people and their families.

Via our website, social media and meetings AFSA provides links to contemporary evidence based information and resources, networks and support services.

AFSA is managed by a voluntary committee. We represent lived experience and speak on behalf of our autistic family members and their loved ones. We partner with like organisations to share our experiences and information.

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About Us

AFSA was formed by a group of parents and has been a respected and valued member of many federal and state government reviews and working groups representing the family perspective – the ‘lived experience’. This involvement has been instrumental in advancing awareness and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder by policy makers, service providers and the community.

The work of AFSA is limited only by the size and expertise of our committee. Parents, carers and family members are encouraged to join our committee and help make AFSA’s voice even louder.

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Calendar

AFSA Events

The new AFSA committee is busy preparing an information session schedule for 2023 covering topics that members have indicated they want to learn more about including the NDIS, planning for the future and housing and accommodation.

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JULY 2023

Seeking new committee members – fresh eyes, new skills

The upcoming retirement of several long-time committee members presents an opportunity for fresh eyes, new skills and new management to take the association forward.

An information kit and nomination form can be requested by email to secretary@afsaconnect.org.au

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AUG 2023

AFSA 2023 Annual General Meeting

Mulgrave Country Club, Tuesday 29^th August, 10:30 – 1:30. Guest speaker Belinda Aitken, Summer Foundation Housing Outcomes Facilitator. Light lunch served, register with Try Booking here.

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AFSA News

Here is a quick look at what AFSA is currently involved with – who we are meeting with, submissions we have prepared and any major announcements important to Victorian parents, carers and families.