Indigenous Families

Early Intervention Indigenous Liaison Program

Hosted by Autism Queensland, the Early Intervention Indigenous Liaison Program is a national project aiming to raise awareness of Autism in Indigenous communities. It is funded by the Department of Social Services as part of the Helping Children with Autism initiative.

The program aims to:

• Raise awareness of disabilities within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Build relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and link them with relevant support services.
• Work in collaboration with, and provide cultural perspectives to, disability organisations, NDIS, Carers Australia and other service providers.

Resources for Families

The following resources have been created to raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.  Click on each item to download your free copy:

• Djarmbi-the-different-kookaburra book_Positive Partnerships
• Autism Our Kids, Our Stories book_Positive Partnerships
• Journeys-Over-Time comic_Positive Partnerships
• NDIS in WA Planning Handbook_DDWA
• My Dreamin Circles Plan_NDIS NSW
• My Childs Storybook_Positive Partnerships
• Carers WA Indigenous Brochure_Carers WA
• Be My Koorda Monthly Meeting Flyer
• Be My Koorda WA Aboriginal Disability Support Group
• Self care tips_Positive Partnerships
• Aboriginal Services Directory_Ruah Community Services