Communication with NDIA about "mild autism" in 2nd half 2023

Currently waiting for a response from Department of Social Services, they should respond promptly and normally no later than (details).

Dear Department of Social Services,

In 2023, the phrase "mild autism" came up in several media items published by the NDIS Minister. See:
* https://ministers.dss.gov.au/transcripts...
* https://ministers.dss.gov.au/transcripts...
* https://ministers.dss.gov.au/transcripts...
Please provide, in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information ACT, all communication with the NDIA from the 2nd half of 2023 that mentions "mild autism".

Yours faithfully,
Bob Buckley

FOI, Department of Social Services

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Kind regards
DSS FOI Team

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