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Thank you for your interest in joining the Australasian Autism Research Council (AARC) from January 2026. Applications close Tuesday 21 October 2025, 11:59pm (AEST).

You should look at AARC Terms of Reference and the Expression of Interest information page before completing this form.

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About you

We want to make sure the AARC reflects the diversity of the community. The AARC also has rules to make sure certain groups are represented so that they can have a say.

Which of these communities are you part of?

If you checked the box above – please answer the following questions.
  * It’s a good idea to have a letter of support from them.



30 words or less

30 words or less

If you checked the box above – please answer the following questions.
  * It’s a good idea to have a letter of support from them.



30 words or less

30 words or less


100 words or less

If you checked the box above – please answer the following questions.
  * It’s a good idea to have a letter of support from them.



30 words or less

30 words or less

Are there any other groups or communities you are part of?

If you selected 1 or more of the 3 boxes above, please tell us a bit more about your role and/or community 

Example: "I am a support worker for autistic children”,  "I am queer and run a social group for myself and other LGBTQIA+ autistic folk".

Why do you want to be involved in the AARC?

The next two questions will ask you to write about why you want to be part of the AARC, and about your skills.


If you prefer to submit a video or audio recording to answer these questions, you will still need to complete and submit the rest of this form. 


Your video or audio recordings should answer the following questions:

  • Why would you like to be part of the Australasian Autism Research Council?
  • What research and/or non-research skills and experiences do you have that would make you a good AARC member?

Video or audio recording should be no longer than 4 minutes in length, and should be sent to aarc@autismcrc.com.au before applications close on 21 October 2025.

Why would you like to be part of the Australasian Autism Research Council?  (200 words or less) 

What research and/or non-research skills and experiences do you have that would make you a good AARC member? (200 words or less)  

Letter of Support

For those who work with an organisation that supports autistic people, or for the Government, it's recommended that you also submit a letter of support. A letter of support may be from the organisation or government department you work for.

Family members, friends and people you work with can’t write you a letter unless they do it as part of their job with an organisation.

If an organisation or group is writing you a letter of support for you, please ask them to email it directly to aarc@autismcrc.com.au by Sunday 21 October 2025. 

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Autism CRC is the independent national source of evidence for best practice in relation to autism across the lifespan and the spectrum. 

We provide the national capacity to develop and deliver evidence-based outcomes through our unique collaboration with the autistic people, families, professionals, service providers, researchers, and government. Together, we are addressing agreed needs and co-producing outputs with these stakeholders for the benefit of the community.

Choose as many options as you prefer (it's okay to select no options):

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