A strategy is a plan for how we will do things in the future.

We are creating the National Autism Strategy.

We call it our Strategy.

Our Strategy will support people who are on the autism spectrum.

The autism spectrum includes the different ways people can experience autism.

Autism is a disability that can affect how you:

• think
• feel
• communicate
• connect and deal with others.

In this summary, we say ‘autistic people’ when we talk about people who experience autism.

Our Strategy will guide Australia to support all autistic people.

It will make sure they are able to find and use services, like health care.

Our Strategy will also support autistic people to have more chances in:

• school and learning
• finding and keeping a job.

You can find Easy Read information about our Strategy on our website.