Welcome to Gladstone Region Autistic & Neurodivergent Network
Welcome to GRANN – The Gladstone Region Autistic & Neurodivergent Network Inc.
🌱 A Place to Belong. A Movement for Change.
GRANN is a community-led initiative dedicated to centering the perspectives, rights, and futures of Autistic and Neurodivergent people. We exist to challenge the status quo - to defy neuronormativity, dismantle oppressive systems, and reclaim space in a world not built with us in mind.
Founded on the principles of belonging, authenticity, and self-determination, GRANN is more than an organisation - we are a radical collective committed to building a future where Autistic and Neurodivergent lives are not just accommodated, but valued, respected, and empowered.
Through grassroots organising, peer support, public campaigns, research, and policy advocacy, we work to bridge the gaps in support systems and advocate for neuro-affirming change across education, healthcare, employment, and community life. We believe true inclusion starts by centering lived experience and challenging the ableism embedded in our institutions and culture.
Whether you're Autistic, Neurodivergent, an ally, or a curious visitor - welcome. There is space for you here. This is a home for connection, for unlearning, for fierce advocacy, and for dreaming a more just world into being.
Together, we are building futures on our own terms.
Our Autistic & Neurodivergent-led Supports
Our community support services are designed to promote belonging and empowerment, ensuring that Autistic & Neurodivergent individuals can thrive authentically in a supportive environment. We are developing a range of programmes and initiatives that create opportunities for autonomous engagement and personal growth.
Resources
Neuro-affirming tools, created by and for our community.
GRANN offers free, accessible resources to support Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, families, educators, and allies. From guides on sensory needs and masking to tip sheets for peer support and inclusive practice — our resources are grounded in lived experience and community wisdom.
Explore, share, and download — and let us know what you'd like to see next.
Newsletter
Stay informed, stay inspired.
Our newsletter shares community updates, Neurodivergent insights, lived experience stories, creative writing, and resource highlights. Everyone is welcome to read — and contribute! Whether you want to share a piece of writing, art, or advocacy, we’d love to hear from you.
Events & Community
Gentle Spaces, Strong Connections.
Our regular events include Body Doubling for focused tasks, Parallel Play for low-demand social time, and Community Connections - our blend of these with space held for Special Interests.
Designed with Autistic & Neurodivergent needs in mind, these spaces are supportive, drop-in friendly, and welcoming to all.
Come as you are — cameras off or on, words optional.
Social Enterprise
Made by our Community, for our Community.
GRANN is building a small-scale, Neurodivergent-led social enterprise.
We are offering handmade goods, downloadable resources, and services created by Autistic and Neurodivergent participants.
Every purchase supports inclusive livelihoods and community care.
More information to come on this shortly!
"GRANN provided me with the online support & resources I needed, when I needed it, to exist in the present in this neuronormative world."
Julia. B- AuDHDer
Contact us
Location
Gladstone, QLD 4680
Join the GRANN Community
Be a part of our community and contribute to creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for Autistic & Neurodivergent individuals.