Autism CRC is the world's first national cooperative research effort focused on autism across the life-span
Our vision
Autistic people empowered to use their diverse strengths and interestsOur mission
Motivate, facilitate and translate collaborative autism research, across the life-span and the spectrum, underpinned by inclusive practicesOur values

Inclusion
Working together with those with the lived experience of autism in all we do

Innovation
New solutions for long term challenges

Independence
Guided by evidence-based research, integrity and peer review

Cooperation
Bringing benefits to our partners; capturing opportunities they cannot capture alone
News
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Revolutionary innovation for Secret Agent Society
For the last 10+ years, the Secret Agent Society (SAS) program has been evolving as it transforms children’s lives worldwide. Now it is time to step into the future. -
Evaluation of NZ’s diagnostic process
Results from Autism CRC’s latest research have led to recommendations for improving best practice in the identification, diagnosis, and ongoing supports for people on the autism spectrum in New Zealand.
Essential participants
Autism CRC’s Essential Participants help shape our programs and share our collective ambition of transforming lives through collaborative research. We are also supported by a large number of Other Participants and Partners who work with us together to translate our research into real, positive benefits for autistic people.