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“Jennifer’s keynote was one of the most intellectually rigorous and engaging sessions of the conference. She brought clarity, depth, and nuance to conversations about autism that are often oversimplified. Her ability to connect research, practice, and lived realities challenged our thinking and will influence how we approach future work.”

— Dr Sarah Mitchell
Conference Convenor & Senior Lecturer

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“Jennifer speaks about autism and youth justice with rare honesty and precision. She does not shy away from complexity, yet her message is practical and grounded. Our team left with a clearer understanding of how language, assumptions, and systems shape outcomes for young people — and what we need to change.”

— Mark Reynolds
Manager, Youth Justice Services

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“This was not another awareness session. Jennifer gave our staff language, frameworks, and insight that immediately shifted how we understand behaviour, trauma, and neurodivergence. The keynote was respectful, validating, and deeply relevant to everyday practice.”

— Amanda Collins Principal, Secondary Education

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“Jennifer’s keynote struck the right balance between challenge and care. She invited us to reflect honestly on our systems, our narratives, and our leadership responsibilities without defensiveness. The conversation she sparked continued well beyond the event and has informed strategic decisions across our organisation.”

— David Chen, Executive Director, Community Services

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As a parent of an autistic young person, listening to Jennifer speak was incredibly affirming. She articulated experiences our family has lived through but struggled to put into words — especially around how misunderstanding, language, and systems impact autistic youth. Jennifer spoke with respect, insight, and deep understanding, not just of autism, but of the real fears and hopes parents carry. Her keynote left me feeling seen, informed, and hopeful that change is possible when people truly listen.”

— Sarah, Parent of an autistic young person

 

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