TGD and Neurodiversity Affirming Support Services
For families with Pathological Demand Avoidant (PDA) or Trans and Gender Diverse (TGD) children and young people.
PDA Affirming & Gender Affirming Support
At Affirming Connections, we embrace inclusivity, compassion, and creativity to empower families. Our mission is to foster affirming spaces at home, in education, and in the community where diverse needs are met with understanding and innovation.
Core Supports & Capacity Building
Designed for every family. Inclusive NDIS Provider for
Plan-managed or Self-managed NDIS funding
Supporting PDA and TGD young people: Early Childhood Education & Schools
We can work with individuals, families, education staff, or a combination of people to foster innovation and build affirming environments for neurodiverse and gender-diverse children and young people.
For younger children under the age of 7, Early Childhood Supports are available to assist children with disabilities, including those with ASD (PDA profile). Early interventions can help minimise barriers to learning and participation, supporting long-term development and improved daily living outcomes.
Neurodiversity (PDA) Affirming & TGD Affirming Support Services
Parents/carers and families of PDA or TGD children
Offering online support and resources to help families thrive with empathy and care – because we know how difficult it can be, we have lived it too.
TGD & PDA Parenting Support in Education: Monthly Webinar Series
Providing tailored support for neurodiverse and gender-diverse families to advocate for PDA and TGD inclusion within complex systems like education.
Supporting PDA and TGD in Education: Homeschooling & School Resources
The service offers co-developed, tailored educational plans and resources for PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) homeschooled children, including personalised accommodations, advocacy kits, and affirming identity kits. It also provides PDA-affirming teaching strategies, staff training, and highly personalised curriculum and pedagogy packages for schools.
Do you need something specific that is not listed? We can create it for you. Evidence-based resources for advocacy, developing awareness and understanding for all ages.
Supporting Families, Celebrating Diversity
Discover what families, educators, and the community say about our compassionate and inclusive care.
“The team at Affirming Connections truly understands and supports our family’s unique needs.”
Jamie L.
Parent Advocate
“Their innovative approach created a space where our child felt seen and valued.”
Taylor M.
Educator
“Affirming Connections exceeded our expectations with their professionalism and personalised care.”
Jordan P.
Therapist
“We couldn’t be happier with the support and resources provided for our family.”
Alex G.
Community Leader