Call for Applications: Indigenous Advisory Council

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Call for Applications:
Indigenous Advisory Council

The National Autism Network is inviting applications for our Standing Indigenous Advisory Council.

We are looking for individuals who are First Nations, Inuit, Métis, or Urban Indigenous and who bring lived and living experience related to autism.

We welcome applicants from across the country, including those living:

  • On- and off-reserve
  • In urban, rural, northern, and remote communities

As a Council member, you will:

  • Share Indigenous knowledge, priorities, and lived experience to help guide the Network’s work
  • Help ensure policies and services reflect real-life experiences and Indigenous-led approaches
  • Strengthen connections between the Network and Indigenous communities across Canada
  • Stay informed about community issues and bring forward diverse perspectives


Your perspective matters. Your experience matters.

Fill out the form below to apply.

Application Form

If you have questions or would like support in completing the form, please email info@nan-rna.ca.

Name of Applicant
1. Are you completing this form with the assistance of a support person?
2. Do you require French translation services during live meetings?
Example: This could be related to your life as an Autistic person, family member or Indigenous community member, or something else that is important to you. Feel free to include whatever feels right.
Previous experience is not required. You can skip this question if you like.
Example: This can include sharing your story, helping others understand, reviewing information or giving advice.
8. Are you able to commit to taking part in regular meetings and discussions to help with the council’s work?
Note: The estimated time commitment for the Indigenous Standing Advisory Council is approximately 48 hours per year, which includes 6 meetings per year, for a total of 8 hours including preparation time, meeting time and follow up.