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Youth Peer Groups

Connect with other Autistic teens in an inclusive, welcoming space.

Three young adults sit at a table covered in boardgames. One man turns to speak to a younger woman who looks at him, smiling.

Our Youth Peer Groups are designed for young Autistic people aged from 14 years to 18 years. They are run by experienced volunteer facilitators, many of whom are Autistic or neurodivergent themselves. It is a place for young people to be themselves, form friendships, socialise in a group environment and have fun.

Participants meet weekly during school terms-held at their regular location or community venues, to connect through shared social activities. Youth Peer Groups offer a range of activites throughout the term to support connection, such as trivia nights, Dungeons & Dragons, mini golf, comic creation, or bowling. Activities evolve based on the interests and passions of the group members. Come along, share your interests and build your community!

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Explore our Youth Peer Group locations

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New group opening July 15th!

When: Weekly on Wednesdays during the school term, 6pm-7:30pm

Where: Victoria Point, Redlands

Cost: Youth Peer Groups are invoiced on a term basis. A ten week term costs $400, including access to community outings.

Register Your Interest

To learn more about Redlands Youth Peer Group or register your interest to join, contact us through the form below!

When: Weekly on Fridays during the school term, 6pm-7:30pm

Where: Stafford, Brisbane

Cost: Youth Peer Groups are invoiced on a term basis. A ten week term costs $400, including access to community outings.

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To learn more about Stafford Youth Peer Group or register your interest to join, contact us through the form below!

When: Weekly on Thursday nights during the school term, 6pm-7:30pm

Where: Cannon Hill, Brisbane (moving from Carina Heights)

Cost: Youth Peer Groups are invoiced on a term basis. A ten week term costs $400, including access to community outings.

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To learn more about Cannon Hill Youth Peer Group or register your interest to join, contact us through the form below!

When: Weekly on Wednesday nights during the school term, 6pm-7:30pm

Where: The Gap, Brisbane

Cost: Youth Peer Groups are invoiced on a term basis. A ten week term costs $400, including access to community outings.

To learn more about The Gap Youth Peer Group or register your interest to join, contact us through the form below!

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When: Weekly on Wednesday nights during the school term, 6pm-7:30pm

Where: Mango Hill, Moreton Bay

Cost: Youth Peer Groups are invoiced on a term basis. A ten week term costs $400, including access to community outings.

To learn more about Mango Hill Youth Peer Group or register your interest to join, contact us through the form below!

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Six parents sitting around an outdoor folding table

For the parents

Our Parents Groups are run simultaneously to Youth Peer Groups, and offer an opportunity for parents and carers of Autistic teens to connect with others, share experiences, and support one another.  Parents Group are held at the same site as our Youth Groups, in their own seperate room. This allows you to remain close to your child whilst providing a more private forum for both parents and youth.

We periodically invite specialist speakers to present information about services and supports relevant to the group. Parents with a child attending the connected Youth Peer Group are free to attend at no additional cost. If you are interested in attending a Parents Group but do not have a child attending our Youth Groups, please see our Parent Support Groups page for more information.

Register Your Interest

Interested in our Youth Peer Groups? Register your interest for any of the above groups through the registration form below, or email us at groups@empowerautism.org.au to learn more. We are always happy to chat and answer any questions you have!