AE Neurodivergent Creators Collective
A New Era of Inclusive Storytelling
Welcome to our AE-NCC webpage!
The Neurodivergent Creators Collective (AE-NCC) is a new neurodivergent-led initiative by Autism Empowerment that supports and amplifies the talents of autistic and neurodivergent creatives. Whether you’re into acting, screenwriting, digital media, filmmaking, podcasting, writing, music, game design, or storytelling for good, there’s a place for you here!
Our program intends to offer workshops, mentorship, and creative opportunities for aspiring adults and older teens to develop skills, connect with industry professionals, and bring their unique voices to life. Whether you’re interested in being in front of the camera, behind the scenes, or crafting compelling narratives for fiction, non-fiction, or disability advocacy, we’re here to empower and uplift neurodivergent creators and storytellers.
We’re building an inclusive community with mentorship, workshops, hands-on experiences, and professional development opportunities.
This page launched April 1st, 2025 (no fooling!) and is a work in progress. We are excited to develop the program based on input from our autistic and neurodivergent community members!
Who Can Join?
AE-NCC is open to autistic and neurodivergent adults and teens of all experience levels. Whether you’re just starting your journey or already have a portfolio, we’ll meet you where you are and help you grow your skills and confidence. Our mission is to elevate diverse voices and create a thriving space for collaboration, empowerment, and growth.
To learn more about the AE-NCC, we invite you to read our interview with program leaders Brian Tashima and Gwyn LaRee in the Spring 2025 edition of our publication Spectrum Life Magazine (pages 28 – 33), take our survey and join our free kick-off meeting on Zoom on April 23rd, 2025!
Some of the topics AE-NCC is looking to support
- Acting and the business of Acting
- Filmmaking
- Podcasting
- Music (Production and aspects of the business)
- Screenwriting (in film and tv), Playwriting (for stage) and Writing (novels, fiction, and short stories)
- Video Game Production
- Storytelling for Good (creating stories with purpose to build the next generation of leaders around Storytelling and Disability Advocacy)
- Other topics based on community interest
Ways to Get Involved
- 🎥 Take part in creative workshops and productions
- 🎙️ Join storytelling, podcasting, or screenwriting sessions
- 🤝 Apply to be a mentor, volunteer, or guest instructor
- 💛 Become a sponsor or donor
- → Join our Facebook Group
Creator Interest Survey
📋 Are you interested in becoming a part of the Neurodivergent Creators Collective? Let your voice be heard! Please fill out our no-obligation interest survey to share what excites you and how you’d like to be involved. The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete and allows you to share your creative interests!
Your input helps shape the Neurodivergent Creators Collective!
Virtual Launch Informational Event
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM PDT
Zoom Link: Click here to join
Join us for our kickoff event! Connect with fellow creators, meet program leaders Brian Tashima and Gwyn LaRee, and help shape the future of AE-NCC.
To learn more, please email:
Program Leaders: Brian Tashima or Gwyn LaRee at brian@autismempowerment.org or gwyn@autismempowerment.org
Representation matters. Stories change lives.
Join AE-NCC and help us create a kinder, more inclusive world through the power of media and creativity.
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