Spectrum Space Symposium 2022
Event description
The annual Spectrum Space Symposium is a signature event for anyone with an interest in autism, its opportunities and challenges.
Taking place across one and a half days, the Spectrum Space Symposium is a unique event in Western Australia, featuring inspiring local and national thought-leaders in the field, including those with lived experience. Presentations will include keynote and breakout sessions on a wide range of topics designed to inform, inspire and engage.
Concession pricing is available as well as a limited amount of subsidised tickets for individuals with autism and families/carers of people with autism.
Please click here to download a subsidy application form – all applications due by 15 September 2022.
Discounted Accommodation: To book and claim your discounted accommodation please click here.
Who should attend? Anyone with an interest in autism including; individuals on the spectrum, family members, carers, allied health professionals, service providers, educators and researchers.
Why should you attend? The Symposium provides an excellent opportunity to listen to the latest expert news and advice in the field of autism. You can connect with speakers, local service providers, educators and other attendees who might have similar experiences to your own. It is a rare opportunity to meet and network with people with diverse experiences and expertise, all in one place.
Speakers: We’re excited to have secured exiting national and local speakers including Andrew Whitehouse, Jodi Rodgers, Nicole Rogerson, Wenn Lawson and Theresa Kidd. For a full list of speakers and topics, click here.
Topics: We We aim to cover a diverse range of relevant topics and this year's Symposium topics include; early intervention, consent, supporting children with a PDA profile, lived experience presentations, teenagers and anxiety, mental health and wellbeing, inclusive education – sensory and curriculum accommodations and much more. For a full list of topics, click here.
Program: Click here to view the program. Please note that days, times and presentations are subject to change.
Event Sponsors
Exhibit Sponsors
Amaze, CliniKids (Telethon Kids Institute), One Central Health, The Kidd Clinic
Have a question about the Symposium? Check our FAQ page, otherwise get in contact with us.
During the event the crowd may be photographed, if you would prefer your photo not to be taken, please contact one of the Spectrum Space Staff & Volunteers on the day.