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Part 5 focuses on what happens after you get the job. How to stay well in work. How to notice early signs of burnout. And how to make changes before things reach crisis point.

We hope you enjoyed listening! 

You can read the resource 
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Part 3 focuses on the very real decisions autistic and AuDHD people make every day at work around disclosure and masking. 

Part 4 focuses on workplace adjustments and supports, and what these actually look like in real workplaces for autistic and AuDHD people.

We hope you enjoyed listening!

You can read the resource 
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We hope you enjoyed listening!

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<p>We hope you enjoyed listening! </p>
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<p>We hope you enjoyed listening! </p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the Yellow Ladybugs Pop‑Up Podcast Series, where we bring you two key topics our community have been asking us for. We are proud to the second episode in this series—a peer‑led discussion for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender‑diverse youth on <strong>Finding Autistic Joy and Celebrating Autistic Culture.</strong></p><p>This is a special series made possible through funding from the Information Linkages and Capacity Building Grant. </p><p>We are deliberately bringing you this episode at a time when there has been a resurgence in harmful public narratives about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence – whether it is the media coverage given to out-of-date professionals making uninformed claims that autism and ADHD are over-diagnosed, or politicians dangerous crusades to recreate an environment of fear about autism and autistic people.</p><p>These narratives threaten to undermine the progress we have made in recent years to understand and embed neurodiversity as integral to our humanity. As an autistic-led organisation, at the forefront of changing harmful ableist attitudes, we feel it is more important than ever to counter this trend by reminding our community that neurodivergent people belong in this world, that they can find joy, and that they can celebrate their culture – that these things are powerful protective factors, not just for neurodivergent individuals, but for their families, communities, systems and society as a whole. Put simply everyone benefits when neurodivergent people are valued for who they are.</p><p>Which brings us to the details of this affirming and uplifting episode where we are delighted to share two celebratory and complementary presentations from the Yellow Ladybugs canon, delivered by two amazing neurodivergent humans with a deep passion for change:</p><ul><li><strong>Marie Camin, a multiply neurodivergent clinical psychologist, researcher and advocate</strong></li><li><strong>Allison Davies, an autistic advocate, educator and speaker</strong></li></ul><p>In the first part, Marie gives an honest, unflinching and ultimately uplifting presentation on Finding and Keeping Autistic Joy. She shares her lived experience, acknowledging that it is not easy being autistic in a world that doesn’t recognise your needs, but that there is nothing quite like the feeling of autistic joy—from special interests (or SPINS), and sensory experiences, to stimmy hands and finding neurokin. Marie shares her own experiences of joy, and brings her personal and professional knowledge into exploring how we can support our autistic young people to find and keep their joy- as a protective factor which can support their identity and their mental health and wellbeing.</p><p>Please note that Marie’s presentation does make brief references to sensitive topics including trauma, bullying, stalking, grooming, eating disorders, PTSD, abuse and domestic violence.</p><p>Allison then brings her strong personal voice to the topic of Exploring Autistic Culture. She explains that autistic culture is not just a concept or a neuro-affirming approach to care; it is something that has always existed – found in autistic families and communities. She reflects on how this looks different for every family and is filtered through our layers of privilege, safety, and capacity. And she explores some of the fundamental concepts that autistic culture requires all of us to understand, so that we may deepen our sense of who our autistic family is and how our culture can support us.</p><p>We hope you enjoy listening and we encourage you to reflect on Marie and Allison’s insights and wisdom from our conference archives, and to embrace their generosity in gifting us the many penguin pebbles and moments of authentic connection to be found in this episode!</p>
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Recognising and responding to sexual violence for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth

Welcome to the Yellow Ladybugs Pop Up Podcast Series, where we bring you two key topics our community have been asking us for.  We are proud to present this first episode in this series—a peer led discussion for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth on recognising and responding to sexual violence. This episode has been made possible through funding from the Information Linkages and Capacity Building Grant. 
In this important discussion, which draws on real lived experiences, you will hear from three expert panelists:
First is Stephanie Robertson, an autistic occupational therapist who explains why building body awareness and interoceptive understanding is foundational to safety and empowerment for our autistic young people.
Second is Detective Leading Senior Constable Teresa O’Sullivan - a specialist in sexual offences and parent to an autistic child - she shares practical strategies on identifying grooming behaviours, supporting disclosures, and navigating both in person and online risks.
And finally, Emma Jacques, a neurodivergent parent of autistic teens. She shares her no nonsense, real life advice on enthusiastic consent, boundary setting, cyber safety, and building a supportive network.
The panel is hosted by Katie Koullas, CEO of Yellow Ladybugs, autistic/ADHD woman and parent to neurodivergent teen girls – who has a strong advocacy track record and deep passion around this topic. 
So what does this episode cover? 
-	We provide clear insights into why autistic young people are statistically at greater risk of sexual abuse and violence, and discussion about how we can change these statistics

-	We share practical tools: how to teach body safety, name private body parts precisely, reinforce that “no is valid”, and role play boundaries around consent.

-	We give advice on how to support autistic young people in identifying their internal sensations (their interoceptive awareness) so they trust their own cues rather than rely on external validation.

-	We look at techniques for handling online risks—from inappropriate requests through to doxing—and for establishing trusted, safe people and networks.

-	We explore a gentle yet powerful script for responding to disclosures: “I believe you. You are not at fault. We will get through this together.”

-	We also cover support strategies for carers including grounding exercises, self regulation methods, and discussion around how our reactions can shape outcomes more than the event itself.
Please note that this episode directly addresses sensitive and potentially triggering topics including sexual abuse and grooming. If you need to pause or step away at any point, that is perfectly okay. 
You can review the attached resource which includes helplines and more information. 
https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQSmEwHrrSZAjVQQlUPuih8BqB8NaKL0q__mu0pcCInvnA?e=QzlhYk 
 
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Recognising and responding to sexual violence for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth

Welcome to the Yellow Ladybugs Pop Up Podcast Series, where we bring you two key topics our community have been asking us for.  We are proud to present this first episode in this series—a peer led discussion for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth on recognising and responding to sexual violence. This episode has been made possible through funding from the Information Linkages and Capacity Building Grant. 
In this important discussion, which draws on real lived experiences, you will hear from three expert panelists:
First is Stephanie Robertson, an autistic occupational therapist who explains why building body awareness and interoceptive understanding is foundational to safety and empowerment for our autistic young people.
Second is Detective Leading Senior Constable Teresa O’Sullivan - a specialist in sexual offences and parent to an autistic child - she shares practical strategies on identifying grooming behaviours, supporting disclosures, and navigating both in person and online risks.
And finally, Emma Jacques, a neurodivergent parent of autistic teens. She shares her no nonsense, real life advice on enthusiastic consent, boundary setting, cyber safety, and building a supportive network.
The panel is hosted by Katie Koullas, CEO of Yellow Ladybugs, autistic/ADHD woman and parent to neurodivergent teen girls – who has a strong advocacy track record and deep passion around this topic. 
So what does this episode cover? 
-	We provide clear insights into why autistic young people are statistically at greater risk of sexual abuse and violence, and discussion about how we can change these statistics

-	We share practical tools: how to teach body safety, name private body parts precisely, reinforce that “no is valid”, and role play boundaries around consent.

-	We give advice on how to support autistic young people in identifying their internal sensations (their interoceptive awareness) so they trust their own cues rather than rely on external validation.

-	We look at techniques for handling online risks—from inappropriate requests through to doxing—and for establishing trusted, safe people and networks.

-	We explore a gentle yet powerful script for responding to disclosures: “I believe you. You are not at fault. We will get through this together.”

-	We also cover support strategies for carers including grounding exercises, self regulation methods, and discussion around how our reactions can shape outcomes more than the event itself.
Please note that this episode directly addresses sensitive and potentially triggering topics including sexual abuse and grooming. If you need to pause or step away at any point, that is perfectly okay. 
You can review the attached resource which includes helplines and more information. 
https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQSmEwHrrSZAjVQQlUPuih8BqB8NaKL0q__mu0pcCInvnA?e=QzlhYk 
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Recognising and responding to sexual violence for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth

Welcome to the Yellow Ladybugs Pop Up Podcast Series, where we bring you two key topics our community have been asking us for.  We are proud to present this first episode in this series—a peer led discussion for families and carers of autistic girls, teens, and gender diverse youth on recognising and responding to sexual violence. This episode has been made possible through funding from the Information Linkages and Capacity Building Grant. 
In this important discussion, which draws on real lived experiences, you will hear from three expert panelists:
First is Stephanie Robertson, an autistic occupational therapist who explains why building body awareness and interoceptive understanding is foundational to safety and empowerment for our autistic young people.
Second is Detective Leading Senior Constable Teresa O’Sullivan - a specialist in sexual offences and parent to an autistic child - she shares practical strategies on identifying grooming behaviours, supporting disclosures, and navigating both in person and online risks.
And finally, Emma Jacques, a neurodivergent parent of autistic teens. She shares her no nonsense, real life advice on enthusiastic consent, boundary setting, cyber safety, and building a supportive network.
The panel is hosted by Katie Koullas, CEO of Yellow Ladybugs, autistic/ADHD woman and parent to neurodivergent teen girls – who has a strong advocacy track record and deep passion around this topic. 
So what does this episode cover? 
-	We provide clear insights into why autistic young people are statistically at greater risk of sexual abuse and violence, and discussion about how we can change these statistics

-	We share practical tools: how to teach body safety, name private body parts precisely, reinforce that “no is valid”, and role play boundaries around consent.

-	We give advice on how to support autistic young people in identifying their internal sensations (their interoceptive awareness) so they trust their own cues rather than rely on external validation.

-	We look at techniques for handling online risks—from inappropriate requests through to doxing—and for establishing trusted, safe people and networks.

-	We explore a gentle yet powerful script for responding to disclosures: “I believe you. You are not at fault. We will get through this together.”

-	We also cover support strategies for carers including grounding exercises, self regulation methods, and discussion around how our reactions can shape outcomes more than the event itself.
Please note that this episode directly addresses sensitive and potentially triggering topics including sexual abuse and grooming. If you need to pause or step away at any point, that is perfectly okay. 
You can review the attached resource which includes helplines and more information. 
https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQSmEwHrrSZAjVQQlUPuih8BqB8NaKL0q__mu0pcCInvnA?e=QzlhYk 
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Episode 10  of the Yellow Ladybugs podcast series  4   "Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Students at School and Beyond." </p><p>This podcast series is brought to you by the Victorian Department of Education and Training.</p><p><i>Having difficulty advocating for your rights, or even knowing what your rights are? We chat with three experts who will share their incredible insights on supporting both parents and autistic students in advocating for what they need and deserve! This is a must listen episode  for all parents and carers. </i></p><p>Natasha Staheli speaks with Karen Dimmock, Sarah Hayden,  and Chenai Mupotsa-Russell.</p><p>Please find further resources for this episode attached to this podcast: <a href="https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EZjx4KCEuWNPgs0Zg8wmnXwBBqyng83RDRdj-xxkuVZ9MQ?e=LWjlLa">16. Supporting parents and children to advocate for themselves.pdf</a></p><p>You can stay up to date with all things on our websiteyellowladybugs.com.au</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Episode 5 of the Yellow Ladybugs podcast series  4   "Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Students at School and Beyond." </p><p>This podcast series is brought to you by the Victorian Department of Education and Training. </p><p>This podcast is a combination of  three popular  panels from our Yellow Ladybugs conference 2023  "Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Students at School and Beyond ".  This  hour and a half session  takes  you through the journey from early childhood, tweens and teens and beyond.</p><p><strong>Supporting autistic girls  and gender diverse student in early childhood- </strong>A focused exploration of what internalised autism can look like in early childhood, and advice on supporting preschool-aged autistic girls  and gender diverse students in a way that is neuro-affirming and that recognises their hidden needs.</p><p>Natasha Staheli chats with Sally Baker and  Raelene Dundon (time stamp 01:30-33:00)</p><p>For further resources on this podcast please refer to the attached document: <a href="https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/Ec66V8Rr6ndMnp6cuVtsMrABm42Lw2N6lK7wfoBD_LllWA?e=V03nL6">4. Supporting autistic girls in early childhood.pdf</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Supporting autistic tweens- </strong>Two lived experience experts share their advice and perspectives on supporting autistic tweens through the difficult waters of puberty, friendships, self identity and more.</p><p>Katie Koullas chats with Tiana Andrews  and Frances Brennan (time stamp 33:00-1:03:45)</p><p>For further resources on this podcast please refer to the attached document: <a href="https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EW-MKgz1hexKsDRadg1zUncBL1L4B2_b_-xynuzpk8NS-w?e=nNMH6H">5. Supporting Autistic Tweens.pdf</a></p><p>You can stay up to date with all things on our website yellowladybugs.com.au</p><p> </p><p><strong>Supporting autistic young people in the teen years and beyond  -</strong>Two passionate youth advocates discuss some of the big issues for our autistic teens – delving into topics including identity, masking, risk-taking and stepping up into adulthood.</p><p>Katie Koullas chats with Shadia Hancock  and Siena Chumbley Contin (timestamp 1:03:50-1:34:33)</p><p>For further resources on this podcast please refer to the attached document: <a href="https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQ1svFUhZXBNmQ2rZT-0b6cBH8juA1aEKMoUyHMPjkednQ?e=I0LGuQ">6. Supporting autistic young people in the teen years and beyond.pdf</a></p><p>You can stay up to date with all things on our website yellowladybugs.com.au</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Episode 2  of the Yellow Ladybugs podcast series  4   "Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Students at School and Beyond." </p><p>This podcast series is brought to you by the Victorian Department of Education and Training.</p><p> </p><p>The opening panel of the Yellow Ladybugs 2023 Conference "Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse students at school and Beyond" explores what your autistic students and children want you to know. Bringing a combination of lived and professional experience, our autistic speakers will reflect on their own schooling experience and share their powerful insights and advice.</p><p>Join us as Katie Koullas and Natasha Staheli talk to Em Hammond- NeuroWild, Louise Chandler - Neurodivergent_lou and Hannah Smith- The Atypical Teacher.</p><p>For further resources relating to the podcast please see our attached document: <a href="https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQy-YJ9E2mRNm9JF2ejKxGsBRh3vN2r8X5rjTikORLfUBQ?e=Vhrwlb">https://yellowladybugs.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/YellowLadybugs/EQy-YJ9E2mRNm9JF2ejKxGsBRh3vN2r8X5rjTikORLfUBQ?e=Vhrwlb</a></p><p>You can stay up to date with all things on our website yellowladybugs.com.au</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks so much for tuning in to our ADHD and Autistic Mind Conference Series! </p><p>For more conference content, you can now access the full Yellow Ladybugs 2023 conference on-demand from anywhere in the world until August 2. For a limited time, you can save 15% off your ticket. Simply enter code <a href="https://ylbconference2023.vfairs.com/">‘AFTERSALE’ at checkout</a>. </p><p> </p><p>You can check out our wonderful speakers below - </p><p>Sandhya Menon (<a href="https://www.onwardsandupwardspsychology.com.au/about">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/onwardsandupwardspsych/">Instagram</a>)</p><p>Sonny Jane Wise (<a href="https://livedexperienceeducator.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/livedexperienceeducator/">Instagram</a>)</p><p> </p><p>For more information on Yellow Ladybugs, our events, and our advocacy, check out our website or social media channels - </p><p><a href="https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au/" target="_blank">www.yellowladybugs.com.au</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/yellowladybugs" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yellowladybugs_autism/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.twitter.com/yellow_ladybugs" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellow-ladybugs/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p>
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      <link>https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au/</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks so much for tuning in to our ADHD and Autistic Mind Conference Series! </p><p>For resources, speaker details, and links to further information, check out our <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:2be1195b-959a-3419-ac3a-e5cefd87cbe2" target="_blank">resource guide here</a>. </p><p>You can also register here for the <a href="https://ylbconference2023.vfairs.com/" target="_blank">upcoming Yellow Ladybugs Conference 2023</a>, available on-demand from anywhere in the world. </p><p>For more information on Yellow Ladybugs, our events, and our advocacy, check out our website or social media below - </p><p><a href="https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au/" target="_blank">www.yellowladybugs.com.au</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/yellowladybugs" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yellowladybugs_autism/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.twitter.com/yellow_ladybugs" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellow-ladybugs/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks so much for tuning in to our ADHD and Autistic Mind Conference Series! </p><p>For resources, speaker details, and links to further information, check out our <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:b7b6cc75-5d4e-33d7-9f5e-18277712a8ce" target="_blank">resource guide here</a>. </p><p>You can also register here for the <a href="https://ylbconference2023.vfairs.com/" target="_blank">upcoming Yellow Ladybugs Conference 2023</a>, available on-demand from anywhere in the world. </p><p>For more information on Yellow Ladybugs, our events, and our advocacy, check out our website or social media below - </p><p><a href="https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au" target="_blank">www.yellowladybugs.com.au</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/yellowladybugs" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yellowladybugs_autism/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.twitter.com/yellow_ladybugs" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellow-ladybugs/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p>
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