ACT-Autism Community Training

ACT-Autism Community Training Evidence based information and training on autism in B.C.

At ACT, we believe that parents and caregivers are essential partners in every journey. Their insights, experiences, and...
04/20/2026

At ACT, we believe that parents and caregivers are essential partners in every journey. Their insights, experiences, and perspectives bring invaluable depth to the work we do.

By listening, learning, and collaborating, we create more meaningful, responsive, and supportive environments for those we serve.

At ACT, we believe that access to the right information can change everything.That’s why we created the AID (Autism and ...
04/18/2026

At ACT, we believe that access to the right information can change everything.

That’s why we created the AID (Autism and Intellectual Disability) Resource Portal; a free, accessible hub designed to support autistic individuals and their families.

With thousands of peer-reviewed resources, local supports, and research articles all in one place, AID helps make navigating systems a little less overwhelming.

We know that every family’s path is different. By offering information in multiple languages and making resources easy to search and access, we’re working to ensure more people can find the support they need, when they need it.

Autistic joy isn’t just happiness; it is a vital part of wellbeing, mental health, and quality of life.It fuels wellbein...
04/17/2026

Autistic joy isn’t just happiness; it is a vital part of wellbeing, mental health, and quality of life.

It fuels wellbeing, builds connection, supports emotional regulation, and reminds us that joy is a right, not a privilege.

Let’s celebrate, protect, and create spaces where autistic joy can thrive.

At ACT, we are dedicated to supporting rural Indigenous communities in accessing culturally safe, relevant autism resour...
04/16/2026

At ACT, we are dedicated to supporting rural Indigenous communities in accessing culturally safe, relevant autism resources.

Through in-community training, customized supports, and ongoing mentorship, we’re working alongside families, educators, and community members to create lasting, accessible change.

Together, we’re empowering communities with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to uplift neurodivergent individuals; now and for the future.

We are building meaningful connections where they matter most!

04/16/2026

Putting “Acceptance Into Action” means staying committed to listening to and uplifting voices from different experiences; including those who identify with “PDA.” We recognize that PDA can be a nuanced and sometimes divisive topic, but it is also deeply meaningful and validating to discuss for many within the autism community.

By centering lived experiences and staying open to learning, we aim to foster conversations that are respectful, informed, and neuro-affirming.

In this clip Kenzie is discussing her experiences as a PDA woman. To hear more, listen to “The Experiences of Autistic Girls and Women” for free, here on our website: https://www.actcommunity.ca/education/videos/autism-girls-women-session-2/

Getting to know PDA is part of putting acceptance into action.At Autism Community Training, we value and uplift voices f...
04/14/2026

Getting to know PDA is part of putting acceptance into action.

At Autism Community Training, we value and uplift voices from across the spectrum, including those who identify with “PDA.” Through listening and learning, we move toward more inclusive, neuro-affirming spaces.

This post reflects one part of our ongoing commitment to learning, deepening understanding, and providing meaningful resources across the diverse experiences of autism.

Our Autistic Advisory Committee provides valuable perspective to our organization by sharing lived experience and offeri...
04/13/2026

Our Autistic Advisory Committee provides valuable perspective to our organization by sharing lived experience and offering input that helps inform our work.

Their voices contribute to ongoing conversations about how we can better support autistic individuals and their families across British Columbia.

Their contributions support a more informed, thoughtful, and inclusive approach to the work we do.

We appreciate their willingness to share their experiences and perspectives in support of the autism community.

At Autism Community Training, our neuro-affirming school assemblies bring autism education directly into classrooms and ...
04/12/2026

At Autism Community Training, our neuro-affirming school assemblies bring autism education directly into classrooms and communities.

Through interactive and engaging presentations, we help students and educators better understand autism, embrace inclusion, and learn how to show up as supportive, affirming peers.

This April, honour Autism Acceptance Month by bringing this important learning to your school while supporting resources for autistic individuals and their families.

Link to learn more/inquire: https://www.actcommunity.ca/autism-acceptance-at-your-school/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRFT5lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFvY2tPalU1Y1RmMGpGMkk3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsiISm437HMLnlRvIeffR56_DaggdNANrcuTYZBuN2fIdZ8NXH9fSbWHSk4h_aem_s-GjTddzqWT4OPoycS9Y0A

Did you know?At Autism Community Training, our work is guided by both an Autistic Advisory Committee and an Indigenous A...
04/11/2026

Did you know?

At Autism Community Training, our work is guided by both an Autistic Advisory Committee and an Indigenous Advisory Committee.

These advisories bring forward lived experience, cultural knowledge, and invaluable insight that help shape our content, strengthen our understanding, and ensure the information we share is relevant, respectful, and supportive.

Their guidance helps us grow into a more informed, affirming, and responsive organization; one that truly reflects the communities we serve.

We deeply value the time, wisdom, and contributions of our advisory committees.

Their voices are essential to everything we do.

Our Board plays an important role in guiding the direction of our organization; helping shape policies, decisions, and t...
04/11/2026

Our Board plays an important role in guiding the direction of our organization; helping shape policies, decisions, and the allocation of resources. Each member brings a personal connection to autism and a shared commitment to strengthening supports for autistic people.

Every decision is grounded in the voices, experiences, and needs of autistic individuals and their families across British Columbia.

Through ongoing engagement and connection with the community, our Board helps ensure that our work remains responsive, inclusive, and aligned with what matters most.

Together, we remain focused on strengthening supports, expanding access to resources, and advocating for meaningful change.

04/09/2026

Here is an exert from “A Brain Full of Butterflies,” a presentation by Kenzie Curby and Izabelle Stevens where they share their experiences growing up as autistic girls, and now as women; offering insight, reflection, and experiences that continue to shape understanding.

For too long, autism in girls and women has been misunderstood, overlooked, or simply missed. As our understanding grows, so does the need to keep listening; to all voices, all experiences, and all perspectives.

Learning means staying open, questioning what we think we know, and making space for stories that haven’t always been heard.

Link to watch: https://www.actcommunity.ca/education/videos/autism-girls-women-session-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRFCo1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZx_GGEGGbj1tXgpvNmkcO4dnplDl6cs5noEyOdLUU3Fu2-BRRosOWR5NL78_aem_3u0c9_WfMyQ-icScShHO2A

*Disclaimer: The experiences shared in this post are based on research, lived experience and commonly reported traits in autistic individuals who are AFAB (assigned female at birth). These experiences are not limited to those who identify as female and may apply to a wide range of gender identities.*

For too long, autism in girls and women has been misunderstood, overlooked, or simply missed. As our understanding grows...
04/09/2026

For too long, autism in girls and women has been misunderstood, overlooked, or simply missed. As our understanding grows, so does the need to keep listening; to all voices, all experiences, and all perspectives.

Learning means staying open, questioning what we think we know, and making space for stories that haven’t always been heard.

Through their presentation “A Brain Full of Butterflies” Kenzie and Izabelle share their experiences growing up as autistic girls, and now as women, offering insight, reflection, and experiences that continue to shape understanding.

Link to watch: https://www.actcommunity.ca/education/videos/autism-girls-women-session-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRFCo1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZx_GGEGGbj1tXgpvNmkcO4dnplDl6cs5noEyOdLUU3Fu2-BRRosOWR5NL78_aem_3u0c9_WfMyQ-icScShHO2A

*Disclaimer: The experiences shared in this post are based on research, lived experience and commonly reported traits in autistic individuals who are AFAB (assigned female at birth). These experiences are not limited to those who identify as female and may apply to a wide range of gender identities.*

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