Our Blog Posts
Autistic Students in Victoria: I CAN’s Plan for Public Education
I CAN Network outlines its 2028–31 public education proposal for Autistic students in Victoria, including mentoring evidence, outcomes and expansion targets.
Disability Inclusion in Victoria: What the $2.2 Billion School Investment Means
Victoria’s 2026/27 Budget invests more than $2.2b in disability support in schools. I CAN’s Cylan Waldhart shares what Disability Inclusion meant at school.
Autistic Pride Day: Why Pride Matters for Autistic Young People
Autistic Pride Day matters deeply to I CAN because many autistic people grew up weighed down by stigma. This article reflects on pride, identity, self-esteem and why autistic young people deserve to feel good about who they are.
What Face-to-Face and Non Face-to-Face Supports Mean at I CAN
I CAN Online Mentoring includes both live sessions and important behind-the-scenes support. Here’s what that means, what’s included, and how NDIS funding may be used.
I CAN Progress Under the Victorian Autism Plan and Victorian Autism Education Strategy
Since 2023, I CAN Network has worked with the Victorian Government through the Autism Education Strategy to support autistic and neurodivergent students through autistic-led mentoring, inclusive practices and mental health support.
World Autism Day 2026: Thursday 2nd April
World Autism Day 2026 is a chance to move beyond awareness and focus on real acceptance, inclusion and autistic voices. Here’s why the day still matters and what meaningful support looks like.
