We have come to the conclusion that, provided you have a strong interest in something, it matters not whether you are neuro-diverse or neurotypical. If you are in an interest group you should be fine  and in fact your aspie super-powers will be appreciated. Also, there are likely to be other aspies present who may not have been diagnosed, or, for whatever reason, just keep it quiet. We are now estimated to be 1 in 59 these days, so its not as if we are a tiny number!

However, DO come in to see us to gather a few strategies if you feel you need some. It's not difficult, but just requires some smarts, in other words, mindfulness and empathy about other people's feelings!

Actually, you are, unknowingly, mixing with other Aspies everyday!  Seeking a social group of "your own kind" is not the magic bullet. You may very well get on with other Aspies, but better is to find an interest group you enjoy and the rest will flow. "Socialising" is not the be-all and end-all and many of us don't enjoy it. But you can learn how to manage in a social situation with our help.
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If anyone is willing to start up a support group we would support this by advertising on this site, and in our bi-monthly newsletter.

If you're looking for local social events, have a look at Autism NZ's page. They currently have a Monday Evening group for Adults with Aspergers, among other things.