Join Team Neuro Awesome 💛
Help create calm, neuro-affirming spaces for neurodivergent adults and young adults — and the families who love them.
Become a part of the change with us
Whether you’re a facilitator, support crew, community connector, or behind-the-scenes helper — there’s a role for steady, kind humans.
This is a no-pressure expression of interest. We’ll chat next steps if it’s a fit.
Why we’re building teams across Australia
Neuro Awesome exists to reduce isolation and increase belonging — not just through events, but through community supports that make life feel more navigable.
We’re now looking for facilitators and volunteers in every state and territory to help us host Neuro Awesome Hangz and support community initiatives in your local area.
You might be a great fit if you’re…
> Patient, grounded, and good at holding calm space
> Supportive of different communication styles (quiet is welcome)
> Comfortable with clear boundaries and consent-first culture
> Someone with lived experience (ND and/or family/close ally) — or a values-aligned Professional/volunteer who gets it
> Able to support small groups in a friendly, low-pressure way
What we need from volunteers & facilitators
> You agree to uphold our Volunteer Code of Conduct and act in the best interests of participant safety and wellbeing
> You can obtain required screening checks relevant to your role (e.g. WWCC, police check, etc.)
> You respect privacy/confidentiality and keep boundaries clear
> You’re committed to inclusion, consent, and neuro-affirming practice
> You can commit to at least one shift a quarter (or monthly if facilitating)
Ways you can help
Event Facilitator
Host small-group hangs. Guide the flow gently, support safety, help people feel welcome.
Event Support Crew
Set-up/pack-down, welcome people, help with comfort needs, keep things running smoothly.
Parent/Carer Support Circle Helper
Support a peer-led circle with listening, coordination, practical help.
Community Connector
Help us build partnerships (venues, local groups, allies), share pathways, spread the word.
Behind the Scenes
Admin, comms, social media support, logistics, systems support.
Special Skills
Driving instructors / trainers, allied health, facilitation, governance, grants, media — tell us what you do.
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By submitting this form, you confirm that you have read and understood the Neuro Awesome Volunteer Code of Conduct and you agree that, if your application is accepted and you volunteer with Neuro Awesome, you will:
Act in the best interests of participants, prioritising their safety, wellbeing, dignity, inclusion and accessibility at all times.
Comply with the Code of Conduct, Neuro Awesome policies and procedures, and all reasonable directions from the event lead/volunteer coordinator (including safety, accessibility and emergency instructions) and all venue rules.
Maintain safe, respectful behaviour, including being mindful of different communication styles, processing speeds and sensory needs, and using inclusive, non-shaming language.
Not engage in bullying, harassment, discrimination, threats, sexual misconduct or any behaviour that could reasonably make someone feel unsafe or unwelcome.
Maintain appropriate boundaries, including acknowledging you are not acting as a therapist/clinician in your volunteer role and not providing medical, psychological or legal advice.
Protect confidentiality and privacy, and not share participant information, stories, photos or identifying details without clear permission and in line with Neuro Awesome guidance (except where required to address serious risk of harm).
Be fit for duty and not be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while volunteering, or misuse prescription medication in a way that affects safety or professionalism.
You acknowledge that Neuro Awesome may decline, suspend, limit or end your volunteer involvement if you breach the Code of Conduct or if Neuro Awesome considers this necessary to protect participants, staff, volunteers, partners, or the organisation.
Testimonials
As a parent,I have been connected with Neuro Awesome for six months. During this time, I have witnessed firsthand the positive impact their programs have on neurodivergent individuals.
Before joining Neuro Awesome my son struggled with severe social anxiety and isolation.However, since participating in their supervised social events,I have observed a significant transformation, specifically in:
Increased confidence in social settings and trying new things.
Parent
As a teacher, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible benefits of real life social connections for young adults. Social groups like
Neuro Awesome create a nurturing environment where connection, relationships and shared interests flourish. They actively combat loneliness by fostering new friendships within a safe space and supportive environment where participants feel comfortable being themselves.
Teacher
“I joined Neuro Awesome because I wanted friends, but I was honestly terrified of turning up to anything social. The first time I went, no one made it weird that I was quiet. I could just be there.
A few months later, I’ve got a couple of people I message outside of events, and I actually look forward to getting out of the house. It’s helped me feel more confident being myself — not a ‘perfect’ version of myself.”
Participant
“I joined Neuro Awesome because I wanted to meet people but I’ve never felt comfortable in mainstream social groups. The Dungeons & Dragons sessions have good for me to get out of the house and not be alone all the time — it’s chilled, ther are no surprises, and no one judges you for being quiet or a bit awkward which suits me. I don't get weird looks like i am used to in other environments.
I’ve made a couple of new friends and it feels easier knowing people here are on the spectrum too. I can actually be myself.”
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