Welcome to Wondiverse

At Wondiverse, our vision is a world where all neurotypes are free to work, and play together.

We are dedicated to ending social isolation and unleashing the genius within every individual.

Our mission is to empower neurodivergent leadership through education, resources, and social connections, discovering innovative ways for all neurotypes to thrive together. We provide specialised neurodiversity training and workshops for organisations to build understanding, support and have thriving workplaces. We host inclusive social events that foster meaningful connections and a sense of belonging.

Guided by our core values of embracing authenticity, fostering connection, celebrating play, and unleashing innovation, we strive to create a world where every neurotype is celebrated and valued.

Join us in shaping a more inclusive future where everyone can be their true selves and contribute their unique brilliance.

About Madeleine Jaine Lobsey

Madeleine has been a sought-after leader for facilitating programs on transformational leadership for the past 20 years. She has been instrumental to individuals wanting to expand the difference they are making all over Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and now globally. She has mentored people from every sector and industry, including Members of Federal Parliament, senior educators, olympians, founders of not for profits, leaders in science, the arts and business.

As a creative strategist she has supported individuals and organisations to dramatically expand their revenue, services, projects and scope. Since 2020 she has been fully immersed in the not for profit and disability sector. She is a keynote speaker and facilitator, along with being a radio host.

In 2022 she joined The A List, a national organisation dedicated to autistic and neurodivergent youth across Australia being able to access social opportunities and be social their way. Initially she was the Business and Partnership Manager and became the General Manager in 2023. Madeleine became a thought leader in the sector, forming partnerships and projects with Australia’s leading neurodivergent organisations and a direct partnership with LEGO Australia. She was critical to creating their social hubs for teens. In 2024 Madeleine wanted to expand the offerings to the neurodivergent community and formed Wondiverse. She is now Project Managing a Federal Grant Project from the Department of Social Services calle Create Space, to innovate participation in the Arts for The A List. She is the host of ASPECT’s (Autism Spectrum Australia) podcast – A Different Brilliant and her own podcast Neurodelight.

Madeleine has a long history in the arts as an actor, writer and director, she has been the creative director of “Wondiverse- theatre for all” since she was 23. Wondiverse was Madeleine’s dream from the age of 8 when she first “played businesses” as a child and is now an expanded organisation that brings all of her passions to one place and fulfills her 8 year old self’s dream of creating an organisation for all. Madeleine is proudly autistic/ADHD and parents neurodivergent children.

meet our Advisory Board

Lucia Lobsey
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.
Rugare Gomo
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, and now focuses on his business and the launch of his first book.
Sarah Hayden
Sarah HaydenAdvisory Board
Sarah, a social worker and equine-assisted psychotherapist, specialises in autism, neurodivergence, adoption, and complex family dynamics. A public speaker and author, 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 Young
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 Phinith
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.

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