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Event: Understanding Autism Workshops

General information

Contact name

Bryce Pace

Contact number

0447619496

Travel instructions

We are excited to host these workshops at South West TAFE located in the heart of Warrnambool which can be accessed by: Car: There is Parking available in the surrounding streets. Bus: The closest bus stop is located on Kepler Street and can be accessed by the route 1,5 and 6 buses. Train: South West TAFE is located approximately 600 metres from the Warrnambool train station.

Entry instructions

When you arrive, we ask that you enter through the main entrance located on Timor Street.

After entry instructions

The workshops will be held in room WB 3.25 which is located on the third floor of the building. As you enter the building you will notice a set of stairs and a lift on your right which you can take up to the third floor. Once you are on the third floor continue down the hallway running parallel to the front of the building and the room will be located at the very end of the hallway.

Companion Registration

We are excited to be able to offer free registration to eligible companion card holders. If you would like access to this ticket all you need to do is add a companion ticket add-on at registration. Please note you need to purchase at least one full-priced ticket to be eligible and show your eligible companion card at the door.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

We proudly support the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program and encourage anyone with a sunflower lanyard, wristband or pin to wear them to the event. Wearing a sunflower product lets us know that someone has a non-visible disability such as autism and may need some additional support or time. You can learn more about the program and where to find Sunflower Products by heading to: https://hdsunflower.com/au/ We will also have limited Sunflower Lanyards and Pins available to collect on the day.

Sensory Information

These workshops are designed to be a sensory friendly experience. and will include: Fidgets tools: There will be a variety of fidget tools available to use throughout your session. Audio/Visual: There will be a quick 2 minute video that will be played during the Understanding Autism in Employment Workshops, however, no other session will use any videos or sound system. Quiet Space: Unfortunately, we were unable to organise a sensory room or quiet space at this event however, these workshops have been designed to be sensory friendly.