The National Autism Strategy will relate to areas of Commonwealth responsibility to improve life outcomes for autistic people.

Feedback from the community on issues relating to states and territories will be shared with state and territory governments.

In any areas of joint responsibility between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments, the strategy will guide the Australian government’s engagement with jurisdictions.

The draft strategy includes a vision, guiding principles, outcome areas and commitments. These are the main areas the government is seeking feedback on.

The draft strategy is a framework for improving life outcomes for autistic people. It helps guide a coordinated national approach, supporting autistic people at each stage of life. Underneath the strategy, there will be action plans, an evaluation framework and a plan for how the government will continue to involve autistic people and the autism community.

The consultation period ends on 31 May 2024.