I CAN ONLINE
We offer Autistic-led online group mentoring programs for 8 – 22-year-old Autistic people. Our program builds confidence and social connection in a safe, positive environment. Autistic young people are able to be themselves, share their interests and common experiences with peers and benefit from I CAN Mentors as role models. With over 350 participants each cycle we are proving our program is effective. *All I CAN Mentors and staff have completed our child protection training and hold current Working With Children Checks or Blue Cards. To read more about our specific groups and what we offer, click on the ‘WHAT WE OFFER’ button below.
2024 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM – NOW OPEN
5 x Sessions: January – 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th. See below for themes, times and to apply Click Here.
CYCLE 1
8 x 1 hour sessions. January 29th to March 28th. See our full schedule below and to apply Click Here.
Please see our KEY DETAILS pdf. for more information or email us at: online@icannetwork.com.au
WHAT WE OFFER
I CAN Groups- 8-22 years old
I CAN Groups are designed for Autistic children, teens & young adults and cover numerous topics including but not limited to: self esteem, change, transitions, Autistic identity, self-care, relaxation, stress, strengths and many more topics that change on a rotating basis. These groups offer a safe space for participants to connect with peers who they can relate to due to shared experiences.
I CAN IMAGINATION CLUB-8-13 years old
I CAN Imagination Club® offers a safe, engaging environment where Mentees are encouraged to recognise and celebrate their own strengths. Participants do not need a diagnosis of any sort in order to join and benefit from the I CAN Imagination Club®. They are invited to take part because of their ‘big imaginations’ and we do not explicitly discuss Autism. All topics will be covered in an age-appropriate way and may include but are not limited to: belonging, self-esteem, self-care, social groups, interests, sensory needs, change and transitions. This is most suited to those in their primary school years.
I CAN Special Interest Groups (Topics Vary)- 8-22 years old
I CAN Special Interest Groups are designed for Autistic children, teens & young adults to connect to peers and mentors with the same special interest and share these passions and shared experiences with others in a safe and fun environment. The content will be based on the special interest chosen and the content changes on a rotating basis to cater for ongoing participation across the year.
I CAN LGBTIQA+ 13-22 years old
I CAN LGBTIQA+ is designed for Autistic teens and young adults who identify as LGBTIQA+ (including those who are questioning). This group offers a safe space for participants to connect with peers and mentors who can relate and explore topics including, but not limited to: Autistic & Queer identity, pronouns, Queer culture, belonging, gender, sexuality, social connections, self-care, emotion regulation and sensory needs.
Please see our KEY DETAILS pdf. for more information or email us at: online@icannetwork.com.au
All I CAN Mentors and staff have completed our child protection training and hold current Working With Children Checks or Blue Cards.
school holiday program
2024 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM – NOW OPEN
5 x 1 hr Sessions: January – 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th.
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8-13 years (10am AEDT) Minecraft
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8-13 years (10am AEDT) Squishmallows
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8-13 years (10am AEDT) Primary School
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8-22 years (5pm AEDT) The Legend of Zelda
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8-22 years (5pm AEDT) Taylor Swift
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8-22 years (5pm AEDT) Roblox
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11-13 years (6:30pm AEDT) Transition To High School
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12-18 years (6:30pm AEDT) High School
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8-22 years (6:30pm AEDT) Dungeons & Dragons
when
CYCLE DATES FOR 2024:
Summer School Holiday Program – NOW OPEN
5 x 1 hour sessions – January 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th.
CYCLE 1, 2024
8 x 1 hour sessions – January 29th to March 28th
HOW
Participants join a live video conference via ‘Zoom’. You will gain instant access to the video conference by clicking on each Zoom session link we provide you after you have completed the registration process.
PRICE
School Holiday Program
$291 AUD for 5 x sessions
Cycle 1
$388 AUD for 8 x sessions
*NDIS Self-Managed or Plan Managed participants can be accepted. I CAN Network Ltd is not an NDIS registered provider although NDIA Managed participants are welcome to pay for the program privately.
NDIS Reports
Cost $169.50 excl. GST
Invoiced week 5-6 of the online cycle
NDIS report is written upon payment and sent to the participant within one month from the final session of the online cycle.
The report will cover the progress made over the six week period which is based on observation through that time frame. We comment on communication, social engagement, behaviour, participation and areas for improvement and recommendations.
The report is used by families if they are funded by NDIS as each family is required to submit reports to assist secure future funding in their planning review meeting.
Who
Up to 9 “mentees” join two I CAN mentors. Each team includes one Autistic mentor and in most instances, both are Autistic. All of our groups are offered on a mixed gender basis.
NOTE: Age groups are advertised broadly, we will group participants as close to their age bracket as possible. As a guide we generally group within the following: 8- 13 years, 13-17 years & 17-22 years – this may vary in special interest groups.
I CAN ONLINE 2024 SCHEDULE – cycle #1
MONDAY
5-6pm (AEDT)
- I CAN Imagination Club® Primary School (7-12)
- Drawing & Art Junior (8-13)
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Gaming (8-22)
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Taylor Swift (8-22)
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Harry Potter (8-22)
- Homeschool (8-12)
TUESDAY
5-6pm (AEDT)
- Roblox (8-13)
- Dinosaurs & Reptiles (8-13)
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Anime (8-22)
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Sci-Fi & Fantasy (8-22)
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I CAN Group (8-22)
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Homeschool (13-17)
WEDNESDAY
5-6pm (AEDT)
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Minecraft (8-13)
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Disney & Pixar (8-13)
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roblox (8-22)
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I CAN Year 7 (11-13)
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Manga Drawing & art (8-22)
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Drawing & Art (8-22)
THURSDAY
5-6pm (AEDT)
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Gaming (8-13)
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Pokemon (8-13)
- LGBTIQA+ (13-22)
- Minecraft (8-22)
- AFL (8-22yrs)
- Legend of Zelda (8-22)
FRIDAY
5-6pm (AEDT)
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Dungeons & Dragons (8-13)
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Legend of Zelda (8-13)
- Dungeons & Dragons (13-22)
- I CAN Year 7 (11-13)
- Transition to Higher Education (17-22)
- The Hunger Games (8-22)
NOTE: Age groups are advertised broadly, we group participants as close to their age bracket as possible. As a guide we generally group within the following: 8- 12 years, 13-17 years & 17-22 years – this may vary in I CAN Special Interest Groups.
how to apply
To express interest for yourself or your young person, click on the “Expression of Interest” button to fill out our application form, including if you are an existing I CAN mentee and would like to re-enrol. If you would like to participate in more than one group at a time, please fill the form out for each group.
For more information please see our KEY DETAILS pdf at the bottom of our Terms and Conditions. If you have any further questions, please write to us at online@icannetwork.com.au
Terms and conditions
To participate you/ your young person need to be:
- Currently in one of the age groups specified and located in Australia.
- Aware that they are Autistic, unless participating in the I CAN Imagination Club® group.
- Comfortable engaging via online and understanding that this may provide some sensory challenges for individuals who are sound sensitive as the online environment may prove to be noisy in some sessions.
- Willing to take part in a group activity in the afternoon or evening (this can be difficult for some individuals who need significant “down time” in the evening, so please consider preferences and needs)
- Can attend the allocated day and time.
- Are aware that an Expression of Interest form has been submitted and is willing to participate.
- Understand that a cancellation policy is and our School Holiday cancellation policy in place and is willing to accept its terms upon acceptance of a spot.
- Will need to be able to abide by our ICT terms and conditions which ensure online safety and positive cyber participation.
