Autism Edmonton

🌿 Young Women+ Connections 🌿

Looking for a space where you can just be yourself?

Join our peer-to-peer Young Women+ Connections group — a welcoming, supportive space to connect, share, and build community.

This group is for young autistic women (diagnosed or self-identified) and those who feel aligned with women-focused spaces, ages 15–29.

✨ What to expect:
• A safe, inclusive environment
• Opportunities to connect and build friendships
• Peer support and mentorship
• A space centered on understanding and belonging

📍 Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 20
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Autism Edmonton Office (11720 Kingsway Ave)
👥 Limited Spots Available:
• 10 spots (ages 15–18)
• 10 spots (ages 19–29)

Participants must be members of Autism Edmonton (Individual Membership, The League, or Occasio).

📧 How to Register:
Email Alarie at [email protected]

You’ll receive a confirmation email (check your spam folder just in case!).

A waitlist will be available if spaces fill up.
📝 Important Info:
• Participants under 18 require a guardian-signed waiver
• Participants 18+ can complete their own waiver
• This is a free event

Please note: this is a peer group, not a respite or fully staffed program (staff are present to support and moderate)

🧡 Indigenous History Month Through an Autism Lens 🧡

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize, learn about, and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.

It is also an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of Indigenous autistic individuals and families, whose voices have historically been underrepresented in both Indigenous and autism communities. Indigenous autistic people bring unique perspectives, strengths, and ways of understanding the world that enrich our communities.

Research and community advocacy have identified significant barriers faced by many Indigenous autistic individuals, including limited access to culturally responsive diagnostic services, long wait times for supports, geographic barriers in rural and remote communities, and a lack of autism resources that reflect Indigenous cultures, languages, and ways of knowing. These challenges can contribute to later diagnoses and reduced access to services and supports.

At the same time, Indigenous communities continue to lead important conversations about disability, neurodiversity, identity, and belonging. Across Canada, Indigenous educators, Elders, advocates, researchers, and families are helping create more inclusive and culturally meaningful approaches to supporting autistic individuals throughout their lives.

At Autism Edmonton, we recognize the importance of listening to Indigenous voices and learning from Indigenous ways of knowing. We are committed to continuing our work alongside Indigenous partners and community members to foster understanding, inclusion, respect, and meaningful connections.

This Indigenous History Month, we encourage everyone to take time to learn about the histories, cultures, achievements, and resilience of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, while also recognizing the diverse experiences of Indigenous autistic individuals and their families.

Together, we can build communities where all people are valued, respected, and supported to be themselves.

🧡

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

A session brought to you by Autism Edmonton with support from the City of Edmonton.

Join us for an important and affirming conversation exploring the intersection of ADHD, autism, and q***rness. 🌈🧠

Autism Edmonton is proud to present Understanding & Thriving with ADHD, Autism, and Queerness featuring Amanda Montey (they/them). This session will explore how neurodivergence and q***r identities intersect, including masking, identity development, community connection, mental health, and thriving authentically.

Amanda will share research, lived experience insights, and practical reflections on navigating a world that often misunderstands both neurodivergent and q***r experiences. This learning opportunity is designed to foster understanding, validation, and community for autistic, ADHD, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, families, professionals, and allies.

📅 Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
🕠 Time: 6:30 PM PDT
💻 Online Event
🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-thriving-with-adhd-autism-and-q***rness-tickets-1988410336844?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Through Autism Edmonton’s internationally attended virtual learning platform, sessions like this help build more inclusive communities while amplifying autistic and q***r voices.