The Neurodiversity Community of Practice had a bumper Semester 1, 2026. See the kinds of things they got up to and consider joining their mailing list, so you get informed about future events.
Did you know Flinders University has a Neurodiversity Community of Practice (N-CoP)?
Each semester, N-CoP activities are supported by students undertaking Community Development Projects (CDP).
In Semester 1, 2026, Social Work students Zoe and Jill coordinated a range of wellbeing-focused activities designed to help students connect, learn, relax and feel a greater sense of belonging within the university community.
While events moved a little too quickly for us to promote them on BetterU at the time, they’re well worth highlighting, especially if you’re looking for a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming community at Flinders.
What happened in Semester 1?
Throughout the semester, Zoe and Jill facilitated a variety of student-focused activities that emphasised connection, accessibility, creativity and wellbeing.
Welcome Week and O-Week Stalls
Students were invited to meet the team, learn about N-CoP, complete surveys and share feedback about their university experiences. These stalls created a welcoming and informal way for students to connect with the project and help shape future activities.
Learning Support Sessions
These sessions provided a relaxed and approachable environment where students could explore study strategies, ask questions and learn about available learning support services. The aim was to make help-seeking feel less intimidating and more accessible.
Chill Afternoons
Held in the sensory space, Chill Afternoons offered students the opportunity to pause, recharge and spend time in a calm, low-pressure environment. Participants could engage in quiet activities or simply enjoy some downtime in a supportive setting.
Creative Chill Space
Students were invited to participate in activities such as air-dry clay modelling, mug painting, beading and mosaic coaster making. The focus wasn’t on artistic talent but on relaxation, self-care and gentle social connection. Students were free to participate at their own pace and in ways that suited them.
Creative Self-Care Session
N-CoP team members also took time to focus on their own wellbeing through a Creative Self-Care Session. Through creative activities and informal conversations, participants were encouraged to reflect, connect and support one another.
Interested in future activities?
If these activities sound like your sort of thing, consider joining the N-CoP community.
The Neurodiversity Community of Practice sends occasional updates about activities, events and opportunities to connect. By subscribing, you’ll be among the first to hear about upcoming initiatives and ways to get involved.
While many N-CoP activities are student-focused, the community is open to all members of the Flinders community, reflecting its broader goal of creating a more neurodiversity-inclusive university environment.
You can learn more about the Neurodiversity Community of Practice and access the subscription form through the interim N-CoP website:
🔗 https://blogs.flinders.edu.au/student-health-and-well-being/2025/08/28/neurodiversityproject/
Whether you’re looking for practical support, creative activities, opportunities to connect with others, or simply a community that values different ways of thinking and being, N-CoP may be worth exploring.