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WELCOME TO

THE LAB

Join a social community where young autistic minds explore coding, gaming, and digital creativity.

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WHAT IS THE LAB?

Established in 2011, The Lab is a not-for-profit network of technology clubs for Autistic 8 to 18 year olds who love gaming and technology. Our sessions are unstructured, allowing participants to pursue their interests in gaming, coding, and digital design at their own pace, guided by mentors with technical expertise.

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LEVEL UP OUR IMPACT: DONATE NOW

We run our Labs to recover our costs, not to make a profit. Many of our young people rely on the NDIS to attend The Lab.

With changes to the NDIS coming, our future is uncertain. Your generous support will help keep The Lab accessible so that all autistic young people can experience the belonging, friendships, creativity and learning that The Lab provides. And remember, as a registered charity, donations to The Lab are tax deductible too!

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WHAT DO PARENTS THINK?

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“The Lab provides all the elements: gaming, a common interest, similarly challenged peers who are clever but not easily found in mainstream school environments. The children can communicate easily with each other on an intellectual and social level and are very compatible. The usual stresses seem not to be there in The Lab environment.” – Lab parent

Parents love The Lab for offering a safe, supportive space where autistic kids can build confidence, make friends, and explore tech passions like gaming and coding. Many see real growth in their child’s social skills and enthusiasm, making The Lab a valued community and creative outlet.

In fact, many of our labs have been established and run by parents who loved what the lab brought for their own children!