The Dandelion Program is an initiative to build valuable Information Technology skills and careers for people on the autism spectrum. The program encompasses a period of three years, where we focus on building and developing technical, life, and executive functioning skills within the individuals.  The Dandelion Program first began in 2014 with former Minister for Human Services, Senator the Hon. Marise Payne, announcing the pilot program, providing 11 candidates with employment in Adelaide.

The Dandelion Program was initially established through a partnership between DXC Technology Australia, Specialisterne, and the Australian Department of Human Services.

The program now has 55 people on the autism spectrum employed in the areas of cyber security, data analytics, and software testing, delivering to customers such as Department of Defense, the Australian Department Human Services, and Department of Immigration and Border Protection.

The Dandelion Program is not just about employment, it is about building employability for the trainees.

More information on DXC Dandelion Program.