Pre-Recorded Downloadable Webinar.

Shaped by the voices of autistic young people and their families, this webinar provides authentic insights into what makes AAI meaningful from their perspective. You’ll explore sensory preferences, communication differences, and the emotional connection many autistic individuals experience with animals, learning how to design sessions that are safe, inclusive, and empowering.

Duration: 55 minutes 
Format: Downloadable pre-recorded webinar with reflective prompts and practice examples 
Audience: Professionals working in therapeutic, educational, care, and health settings who use, or are considering, Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI)

What You’ll Learn

• How to tailor AAI sessions to sensory and communication needs

• Insights from autistic individuals and their families

• Strategies for creating safe, inclusive, and empowering experiences

• Real-life practitioner examples and feedback

• How emotional connections with animals can enhance engagement and well-being

Hosted by:
David Boxall – Training and Development Coordinator at Elysian, specialising in creating and delivering training programmes on animal-assisted interventions. David brings practical experience and insights into designing AAI sessions that respect and empower autistic participants.