Youth Disability Cautionary Diversion Program – Information Night
Supporting Neurodivergent Youth Through Early Intervention
Are you a parent, carer, educator, youth worker or community member passionate about supporting young people with disability to stay out of the justice system?
Join us for an insightful and inspiring evening to learn about the Youth Disability Cautionary Diversion Program, a pioneering initiative supporting neurodivergent youth (including those with autism and ADHD) who may be at risk of justice system involvement.
Date: Wednesday 6 August
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Eastern Hub Geelong – 285A McKillop St, East Geelong VIC 3219
Free event | Light refreshments provided
What to Except:
Hear from guest speakers including disability advocates, legal professionals, Victoria Police, and individuals with lived experience
Real-life stories of impact and transformation
Learn how to access assessments and navigate the NDIS with support from DART (Melbourne City Mission)
Interactive Q&A and networking
Who Should Attend:
Parents and carers of neurodivergent youth
Teachers, wellbeing staff and youth workers
Disability professionals and advocates
Police, legal and community support workers
Anyone passionate about inclusive justice
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible
Auslan interpreter available (please request in advance)
Sensory-friendly space and quiet area available
Let’s work together to build safer, more inclusive futures for young people with disability.
RSVP:
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Learn more - www.areable.org.au/diversion-cautioning-pilot-program
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