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I have worked as Manager in the disability sector for 34 years for a variety of organisations across the country and have been with Autism New Zealand since 2010.

I am passionate about assisting people and walking alongside those who are struggling. I recently worked in the Residential Disability Sector which included adults with ASD. I’m an advocate of neurodiversity and facilitate our Youth and Adult Social Group

I have been in this role since September 2017, and am responsible for grant applications and accountabilities, office administration and supporting the Northern Hub team. I have a Bachelor of Science and a background working within the disability sector.

I am married and have a blended family of five children with one grandbaby. Our youngest son who is 19 has Autism. I love making connections in the community, helping families and individuals and spreading the word about the wonderful world of Autism.

I enjoy working with people, particularly people with ASD. I appreciate the families and natural support networks actively supporting family members with ASD in the community. I hope what I do, and the experience I bring, can provide some assistance.

Kia Ora. My role is to reach all those people and families who need support and education with Autism. I have a positive attitude towards people with Autism and their families while having an empathy for each person and their family’s unique journey.

Hi I am Karen Holmes. I come to Autism New Zealand with a background as a parent of an adult autistic daughter and a counselling background. I love the work that I do and I look forward to being there alongside people in their journey.

I have a Humanities degree and qualifications in Behavioural Analysis and picture exchange communication systems. I have 11 years’ experience working with supports and behavioural strategies for autism in schools, homes and employment.

I joined Autism New Zealand in 2016. I currently work as a Lego Coordinator and Information and Support Coordinator. I love working for an organisation that is passionate about making a positive impact in the community. 

I grew up in Gisborne and am the mother of three teenage sons. My eldest is on the spectrum. I have two-part time positions: Outreach Coordinator for Autism New Zealand and Coordinator for Growing Through Grief Eastland. I love gardening and yoga.

I have a son who was diagnosed with Autism when he was three. I'm passionate about providing support and advocacy for all individuals and families with an ASD. I enjoy helping others navigate the often complicated yet hugely transformational ASD journey.

I have been working part-time for Autism New Zealand since 2008. I run Parent, Adult, and Young Adult Support Groups, and I mainly help families (with a child who has a diagnosis), particularly those with a new diagnosis, with support, strategies etc.

I started with Autism NZ in 2001 as a Volunteer/ Chairperson and in 2012 as an Outreach Coordinator. My son was diagnosed with ASD in 2000 at 18 months. I have had the privilege to meet many amazing families, enabling me to learn so much about Autism.

I started with Autism New Zealand in 2002. I like to help parents navigate this path called Autism Spectrum, as I too am on this path. I try to help parents through pathways they need to travel and provide a listening ear from someone who understands.

I have been working with Autism New Zealand since 2015.
I have eight children, two children with ASD – so it’s fair to say that “there is never a dull moment in our lives”.

I've worked for Autism New Zealand since 2012. I have three sons and one is diagnosed with ASD. I am passionate about providing support and advocacy on behalf of all individuals and families with an ASD and knowing that I have made a positive difference.

I started my role in 2014. I give information, advocate for families and individuals and generally support wherever it is needed including school, home, healthcare, workplace and community…Every Step Together.

I have been working for Autism NZ since 2011. I have three children, the eldest of whom has an ASD diagnosis. I also have a teaching diploma, so education is a passion for me.

I have been working for Autism NZ since the start of 2016 as LEGO Coordinator and Outreach Coordinator in the Waikato. Before this, I was a volunteer in our LEGO Groups.

I started at Autism New Zealand as the Holiday Programme Coordinator from 2014 to 2017.  For several years I was a High School Teacher of English and Drama and continue to teach Drama to school aged children and youth. 

I over 20 years experience working with children with autism. I have worked at Autism New Zealand since 2011 developing a large number of education and training programmes.

I have two teenage daughters, one of whom is on the Autism Spectrum.
I've been jointly involved developing the education programmes and enjoy travelling the country presenting them with unique lived experience and humour since 2011.

While recognising the challenges of Autism, I love to celebrate the magic moments. Combining my extensive teaching background and 9 years as an Outreach Coordinator I have gained invaluable insight and empathy for those living and working with Autism.

I’ve started at Autism New Zealand in 2011, first as an Outreach Coordinator and now as an Educator. I am also a parent of a child with ASD.
I like to bring a practical and humorous approach to presentations from a personal and professional perspective.

I am the mother of two adult sons with Fragile X Syndrome and autism. I worked for seven years at the Ministry of Education as an Early Intervention Teacher. I am happy to support families and schools by providing advocacy and information.

I have been working for Autism New Zealand since February 2017. Before that I worked as a primary school teacher, teaching children with special needs.

I have been the Autism New Zealand Chief Executive since 2013. I have an undergraduate in Accounting and Commercial Law and Masters in Management Studies. It is a privilege to work for such an amazing organisation and the community we seek to serve.

I started in this new role in June 2017. My responsibilities include operational and financial management. I am a Chartered Accountant and have almost 10 years experience in the commercial and not-for-profit sectors in New Zealand and overseas.

I joined Autism New Zealand in August 2017 and I work out of the National office in Wellington. I’m responsible for grant applications and accountabilities, office administration and supporting the Central hub branches.

I've been with Autism New Zealand since 2009 in finance and administration. I have learnt a lot about autism and it is great to see the effort our staff put in to helping people on their journey with autism.

I started with Autism New Zealand as a Volunteer at National Office in Sept of 2012, and in November 2012 I was employed in the Finance Department at National Office as a Finance Assistant Accounts. I am a B.S. Psychology graduate in Manila, Philippines.

My name is Mary-Therese.  I’ve been employed by Autism New Zealand to look after membership and funding since 2014.  I’m married to Grant and our eldest child has ASD.

I process registrations as well as managing the schedules, admin, and reporting for our National Educators. My autistic best friend has taught me a lot about the social issues effecting adult autistics and neurodiverse individuals.