Neuro-affirming Language: A Letter to Your Child’s Support Network

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Written by Emma Marsh and Melanie Heyworth

Have you ever wished your child’s teachers, therapists and support workers – or even extended family and friends – would use uplifting, neuro-affirming terminology when discussing your Autistic child?

The Reframing Autism team have, so we created this downloadable pdf to share with your child’s support network, guiding them on how they can use respectful, neuro-affirming language that affirms and respects your child’s Autistic identity.

Download it here: Neurodiversity Affirming Language Letter for Children’s Supporters 2025

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Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.

The Reframing Autism team would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we have the privilege to learn, work, and grow. Whilst we gather on many different parts of this Country, the RA team walk on the land of the Awabakal, Birpai, Whadjak, and Wiradjuri peoples.

We are committed to honouring the rich culture of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this Country, and the diversity and learning opportunities with which they provide us. We extend our gratitude and respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to all Elders past and present, for their wisdom, their resilience, and for helping this Country to heal.