Welcome to Autism Collective for Peer Socialization, Play and Imagination

Our international collective is deeply committed to advancing the rights of autistic/neurodiverse individuals to embrace the joy and benefits of social inclusion, creative expression, and meaningful engagement in play and other culturally valued activities. 

Autism Collective showcases the Integrated Play Groups® (IPG) model, an evidence-based practice designed to guide autistic* and neurotypical peers in co-creating an inclusive play culture - one that fosters socialization and imagination through mutually engaging activities.

The IPG model is widely acclaimed across various disciplines and has been adopted by numerous cultural communities worldwide.  

Featured Resources

Just Released!

Newly Updated IPG Field Manual by Pamela Wolfberg
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Newly Published!

Edited volume by Pamela Wolfberg and Kari Dunn Buron with eminent authors from around the world
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New Scholarly Article

'Reimagining Autistic Children's Independent and Social Play' Co-author by Pamela Wolfberg and Gesean Lewis Woods
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German Book

'Learning to Play and Socialize with Peers: Integrated Play Groups '[Autismus Konkret Series] by Pamela Wolfberg
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Uniquely Human the Podcast
The Vital Importance of Play
A Discussion with Dr. Pamela Wolfberg hosted by Barry Prizant and Dave Finch
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Our International Partner
Offers state-of-the-art inclusive peer play programs, featuring Autism Demystification®
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Innovative Researcher

Gesean Lewis Woods, now a PhD candidate at UC, Berkeley with SFSU, explores friendships with pets
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ASAP Project

Accessible resources created by SFSU autism spectrum studies students.
Get ready to have fun ASAP! @autismshelterandplay

Social inclusion, play and creative expression are universal human rights