MEET OUR AWESOME TEAM

The heart of Neuro Awesome is our incredible volunteers—people who give their time, passion, and care to create safe, welcoming spaces. Some live this experience every day as proud members of the neurodiverse community.

Every conversation, every event, and every resource we share is shaped by their empathy, lived experience, and commitment to inclusion.

MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO

Hey, I'm Carolina

Hi, I’m Carolina — or Caro.

Neuro Awesome is more than a project to me. It’s personal, it’s a calling, and it’s a community I feel incredibly honoured to be building.

Neurodiversity came into my world through my daughter, Sofia, and her dad, who is on the spectrum. Through them, I discovered the beauty, complexity and resilience of neurodivergent lives — and became increasingly aware of how many people were experiencing loneliness, misunderstanding and a feeling of not quite belonging.

Neuro Awesome began with the idea of helping neurodivergent people find love. But I soon realised that sometimes the first step isn’t romance — it’s belonging.

So we began creating spaces where people can show up as themselves, meet people who “get it,” discover shared interests, build friendships and simply feel welcome.

I’m passionate about building more than events. I want Neuro Awesome to create meaningful experiences, opportunities and connections that help people live richer, more connected lives.

For Sofia, for our community, and for every neurodivergent person looking for somewhere they belong — we’re building it together.

Secretary and Director of Experience Design & Neurodiversity Strategy,

Hey, I'm Shamus

Shamus Hart is a Sydney-based Senior Creative and UX/Product Designer with extensive experience designing complex digital products across digital, mobility and broadcast. Grounded in human-centred design, his work focuses on creating experiences that are intuitive, accessible and genuinely supportive in the real world.

As an autistic and ADHD designer, Shamus brings both lived neurodivergent experience and technical expertise to his work, helping bridge creativity, accessibility and wellbeing. He is also studying psychology, with a strong interest in human connection, emotional safety and the ways environments can support or overwhelm people.

Through his volunteer role with Neuro Awesome, Shamus helps shape more inclusive social spaces by contributing insight, tools and resources that support neurodivergent people and their allies to feel safe, valued and connected.

Treasurer and Director for Community & Family Engagement

Hey, I'm Liz

Liz’s advocacy is deeply personal. As the mum of a 31-year-old son with ASD Level 2, dyslexia and depression, she has firsthand experience navigating school, services, the NDIS and the realities families face supporting a neurodivergent adult.

Seeing the lack of safe, understanding social spaces in the Highlands, Liz started her own group for neurodivergent adults before joining Neuro Awesome. She is passionate about helping ND adults and their families feel less alone, more supported and more connected.

First Public Officer

Hey, I'm Greg

Hi, I’m Greg, a proud Wirangu man, entrepreneur, mentor and community builder, with a passion for creating opportunities that help people, businesses and communities grow and thrive.

As the Founder and CEO of First Innovators, I have dedicated my work to supporting First Nations people and communities through entrepreneurship, mentoring, leadership and community development. I believes lasting change happens when people are empowered, connected and supported to pursue their ideas, strengths and aspirations.

I am passionate about bringing people together, building meaningful relationships and creating environments where individuals and communities can learn from one another, share knowledge and create opportunities that lead to long term impact. My work is driven by collaboration, innovation and a genuine belief that everyone has something valuable to contribute.

With experience across entrepreneurship, mentoring, community development, facilitation and leadership, I enjoy turning ideas into action and helping people build the confidence, networks and skills to achieve their goals. I am committed to creating positive social, cultural and economic outcomes and believe that investing in people is the foundation for stronger communities and a better future.

COMMUNITY SAFEGUARDING LEAD and Brand Ambassador

Hey, I'm Sue

Hi, I'm Sue, and I have been part of the Southern Highlands community for more than 25 years, bringing a wealth of local knowledge and experience working alongside individuals and families across the region. For the past six months, I've also worked alongside of the Neuro Awesome committee, helping strengthen our safeguarding practices and ensure our community remains a safe, welcoming and inclusive place for everyone.

As our Brand Ambassador and Community Safeguarding Lead, I brings valuable insight, practical experience and a genuine understanding of the people and communities we serve. My commitment to supporting local people, building confidence and creating opportunities makes me a proud contributor of the Neuro Awesome team.

Games Master Dungeons & Dragons

Hey, I'm Raymond

Hi I'm Ray. I help support Neuro Dungeons and Dragons games as the GamesMaster. I got involved because I believe events like these build the kind of compassionate, understanding community many people need. I have a lot of people in my life with ASD and ADHD, and while I don’t have a formal diagnosis, I’ve been told I’m “peer reviewed” for ADHD — haha.

I’m a high school teacher, a former therapist, an author, and the creator behind Arjade Productions, where I’ve been making roleplaying game resources since 2002. I love how games like D&D can help people connect, build confidence and explore emotions in a safe, creative and empowering way.

Creating inclusive spaces has always mattered to me, and through Neuro Awesome I’m grateful to help create moments of connection for people who might otherwise feel isolated or alone.

Join our Team

You Belong Here

Whether you’re neurodiverse yourself, a family member, or simply someone who believes in equality and kindness—we’d love you with us.

Join an event.

Volunteer your time or skills.

Share our story and help us grow.

Sponsor an event.

Join our peer-led support group for familes, parents and carers.

Because when we connect without prejudice, we create a world that’s truly awesome.

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