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Chris Edwards, Adjunct Research Fellow, Inclusive Futures, Griffith University

Airports and travel hubs can be overwhelming for Autistic people. Here’s what could help

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As another Australian summer approaches, many people are planning their holidays, looking forward to the joy travel brings. Yet for Australia’s 5.5 million people with a disability, what should be an exciting journey often becomes a significant challenge.

While the aviation industry is making some progress in accessibility, many barriers remain for disabled travellers. This is true for people with hidden disabilities like autism, whose needs have historically received less attention in transport.

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