This practice guide presents a framework for family and community services to apply neurodiversity-affirming practice (NAP) to their work with all children, young people and families. NAP is a way of working that aims to provide a safe and supportive service environment that accepts, understands and values neurodiversity.

The guide has been developed for, and in consultation with, practitioners providing early intervention mental health supports to children, young people and their families. The content will also be useful for program managers supporting and enabling the work of frontline practitioners.