D. 100 // 41-50
41 // Tara and Steve Harnwell Jones: Find Your Voice is a family-driven initiative created by a team of neurodivergents: Designer Dad Steve, Early Years Educator Mom Tara, and their daughter, Miss A. Based in Melbourne, Australia, our journey began with a need—our daughter often experiences verbal shutdown, especially in high-stress environments, and we wanted to help her communicate more comfortably. www.find-your-voice.com.au
42 // Ronan Soussa: Ronan is an advocate for autism who has taken on ambassador roles for Autism Community Network, Bus Stop Films and the Sydney Disability Expo. He has worked with Autism Awareness Australia, and runs peer-support dinners for adults with autism with the hope for inclusion and connection. He shares his story about the importance of inclusivity, authenticity and self acceptance.. @ronan.soussa
43 // Michael Coles: To amplify diverse voices and narratives, particularly within the autism community, by exploring topics that are often overlooked or considered taboo. The podcast seeks to break down barriers, challenge misconceptions, and promote understanding through candid discussions. Host: Michael Coles Background: An autistic individual with lived experience, Michael brings a unique perspective to the conversations. Advocacy: Beyond the podcast, he is actively involved in promoting autism awareness and inclusion through various speaking engagements and collaborations. Professional Role: Program Facilitator at Empower Autism, contributing to programs that support autistic individuals. www.deepdiveau.net
44 // ANPA: The amazing members of ANPA are out there advocate for the rights of all neurodivergent parents. They do this whilst also having a disability themselves, and supporting their own families support needs. These members should be acknowledged for the hard work that they do especially within the NDIS space advocating for funding for families who need it. @theanpa.org.au
45 // Tyrelle Beattie: After a personal safety scare I launched Kepler Safety Keychains. A brand built on lived experience, empathy, and a fierce commitment to change. My mission is simple: to help women feel safe, seen, and strong. I create legal safety keychains that empower women to move through the world with confidence, while also making safety tools more accessible and inclusive for people of all abilities. www.keplerkeychains.com
46 // Sandhya Menon: Sandhya has revolutionised disability inclusion in the allied health sector, taking Psychology beyond the clinic walls, into the heart of community life. As a neurodivergent Indian-Singaporean psychologist in Australia, she blends clinical expertise with cultural humility, challenging outdated systems with courage and care. She has built a platform to elevate these voices through community groups and the website, www.asianandaudhd.com, to advocate for intersectional inclusion of Asian and Autistic/ADHD voices. www.onwardsandupwardspsychology.com.au
47 // Emma Coates: Emma Coates is the founder of Emma Jae Custom Laser Designs, an inclusive creative business dedicated to celebrating neurodiversity and helping every child feel seen. As a mum to a neurodivergent child, Emma knows firsthand how powerful it is when learning tools are made with empathy, intention, and accessibility in mind. www.emmajae.com.au
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48 // Annelil Elysia: Annelil Desille is a fierce, passionate force transforming how we understand relationships, intimacy, and care within neurodivergent communities. As an AuDHD psychologist, Annelil blends clinical expertise with deep personal insight from lived experience. www.neurokinnection.com.au
49 // Kate Broderick: Kate is a neurodivergent (ND) Founder CEO who is uniquely qualified as an Occupational Therapist & Speech Pathologist. She’s mum to 4 amazing ND children, and a passionate advocate for sensitive, ND & disabled people. Kate (& Spot's) vision is to create a more inclusive world where people will be empowered to explore who they are, feel valued, and have autonomy and joy in their life. Spot Therapy Hub is a leader in trauma informed & neuroaffirming therapy services. Spot is an inclusive workplace & Kate trains others in inclusion and diversity. In 2023 she launched Spot Training Hub, a platform that is making low cost, evidence based & values aligned webinars accessible to parents, carers, educators & professionals. Spot Life is Kate’s passion project. When she noticed that her own children were experiencing the world differently, Kate’s professional experience was helpful, but nothing prepared her for the challenges her pwn family would face simply trying to live their life. Accessing everyday services that were safe & inclusive was hard. Spot Life is about bringing together providers with inclusive values from EVERY industry (not just disability & health) into a directory. With FREE training for all members Kate hopes we can create ripples of change throughout Australia. www.spottherapyhub.com.au
50 // Claire Britton: Neuroinclusion is a neurodiversity affirming occupational therapy practice led by a team of neurodivergent AFAB occupational therapists. The team provides individualised support for neurodivergent people across the lifespan, with a focus on Autistic, ADHD, PDA, and multiply neurodivergent individuals. www.neuroinclusion.com.au
