About

Welcome to Wondiverse

Where all neurotypes can work , play together

At Wondiverse, we believe there’s a better way for us all to get along. A world where difference is not just accepted but celebrated. Where play is the foundation, inclusion is the standard, and everyone is free to be exactly who they are.

We’re a neurodivergent led social enterprise building a new way forward, through training, consulting, public speaking, and joyful events that spark connection, creativity and belonging.

We partner with organisations, schools, governments, and communities to make sure that inclusion isn’t just an intention, it’s built into everyday practice. Whether through a keynote at your conference, a WonderPlay networking event, a full scale festival activation, or a deep dive neuroinclusion audit, we bring lived experience, evidence informed practice, and a whole lot of heart.

Because when people are free to be, magic happens.

Our Vision

A world where we all get along.

Where all neurotypes can work + play together

Our Values

Be: We make room for all neurotypes to express themselves fully as they are. When people are free to be, magic happens.

Connect: We cause connections that build a sense of belonging in ways that work for everyone.

Play:

Play is at the heart of who we are. It sparks discovery, connection, creativity and getting along.

Our Mission

To build a world where all neurotypes can work + play together.

Play is how we get there, it’s the access point to connection, understanding, discovery and getting along.

About Madeleine Jaine Lobsey

Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is a sought after leader in transformational leadership, with over 20 years of experience empowering individuals and organisations to make a bold difference. She has delivered coaching, mentoring, and facilitation programs across Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and now globally, supporting people from all walks of life, including Members of Federal Parliament, senior educators, Olympians, not for profit founders, and leaders in science, business, and the arts.

As a creative strategist, Madeleine has helped individuals and organisations expand their revenue, projects, and impact with vision, authenticity, and results. Since 2020, she has immersed herself in the not for profit and disability sector, becoming a respected voice in neurodivergence, inclusion, and community design. She is also a keynote speaker, facilitator, and radio host.

In 2022, Madeleine joined The A List, a national organisation supporting autistic and neurodivergent young people to access social opportunities on their own terms. Starting as Business and Partnership Manager, she became General Manager in 2023. During her time at The A List, she formed major partnerships with Australia’s leading neurodivergent organisations and secured a direct collaboration with LEGO Australia. She was instrumental in designing and launching the groundbreaking Social Hubs for Teens program.

In 2024, driven by a desire to expand offerings to the wider neurodivergent community, Madeleine founded Wondiverse, a neurodivergent led social enterprise dedicated to creating a world where all neurotypes can work , play together. Through Wondiverse, she now leads the federally funded Create Space Arts Initiative in partnership with The A List and the Department of Social Services, an ambitious national project reimagining neurodivergent participation in the arts.

Her leadership has earned her national recognition, including:

Westfield Local Hero

2024 Changemaker of the Year

Dare Magazine’s Top 50 Australians Over 50

Madeleine is also the host of A Different Brilliant, the podcast by Autism Spectrum Australia (ASPECT), and her own podcast Neurodelight.

With a rich background in the arts as an actor, writer, and director, Madeleine has long believed in the power of creative expression to unlock connection and inclusion. She first founded Wondiverse , Theatre for All at age 23, a vision that has now evolved into a full scale movement. The name Wondiverse dates back to when Madeleine was eight years old, her imaginary business built around wonder and the universe. Today, she brings that dream to life through a thriving social enterprise rooted in joy, belonging, and transformation.

Madeleine is proudly autistic/ADHD and parents neurodivergent children. Her lived experience, creative brilliance, and fierce commitment to inclusion shape every aspect of her work.

meet our Advisory Board

Dr Caroline Mills Advisory Board

Caroline is an occupational therapist with over 13 years’ experience supporting children and families in Australia, the UK, and China. She holds a Master of Applied Linguistics and a PhD on sensory processing in autism. A former Practice Specialist at Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), she has presented at leading conferences and published internationally. Caroline was awarded the Aspect Elizabeth Hoyles Fellowship for her contributions to sensory processing research and practice.

Rugare GomoAdvisory Board

Rugare inspires and empowers people to lead their own lives. A high-performance coach, author, and speaker, Rugare arrived in Australia from Zimbabwe at 16 with $300. He graduated with dual degrees, practiced law, founded the Gomo Foundation, wrote the bestseller, Dreams – Forging My Own Path, and now focuses on his consultancy business and keynote speaking.

Sarah HaydenAdvisory Board

Sarah, a social worker and equine-assisted psychotherapist, specialises in autism, neurodivergence, adoption, and complex family dynamics. She is The Mayor of Golden Plains Shire, a public speaker and author of bestseller book, Parenting Different, she volunteers by counselling refugees and providing emotional support during bushfire seasons. Neurodivergent herself, Sarah was diagnosed with ADHD at 48. She’s the mother of five, including actress and advocate Chloé Hayden.

Sarah YoungAdvisory Board

Sarah, based in Melbourne, is a Clinical Director and speech pathologist with 28 years of experience. In her late 20s and early 30s, she lived in London, where she managed the Children’s Fund Youth Crime Prevention Initiative, designing and delivering community enrichment projects. Sarah cares deeply about contribution, volunteering and is passionate about advocating for neurodiverse affirming practices in all areas of life.

Simon PhinithAdvisory Board

Simon is a strong advocate for Learning through Play and leads the community engagement initiatives for LEGO Australia and New Zealand. He is also deeply committed to volunteering, dedicating more than 15 years to supporting Camp Quality and many charities across Australia and NZ.

Lucia LobseyAdvisory Board

Lucia is an award-winning advocate, screenwriter, and actor. They began being an activist in primary school, creating events and fundraisers, and have been leading the way ever since. They have been a volunteer for Wondiverse since it began. Lucia is a disarming leader and youth content creator and currently attending the School of Humanity.