Knowledge Translation and Research

Overview

The Australian Government is inviting applications through a targeted competitive process for the National Autism Strategy – Knowledge Translation and Research grant opportunity, running from July 2026 to June 2029. This grant will continue the implementation of a dedicated knowledge translation body to bridge the gap between autism research and practice. It will translate credible, culturally responsive research into practical tools and guidance, strengthen Autistic leadership, and foster collaborative research addressing priority gaps. Objectives • Translate autism research into evidence-based resources. • Develop best-practice guidance for policy and services. • Increase Autistic leadership and co-production. • Implement a neurodiversity-affirming research framework. Outcomes • Greater adoption of best practice. • Stronger partnerships and Autistic-led governance. • Scalable, culturally responsive solutions. To view the grant opportunity documents, please select the red "Grant Opportunity Documents" button on the left-hand side.