About
Gamely Connect is a tailored, inclusive space for neurodiverse participants to build social skills and meaningful connections. As a stepping stone between the home and the broader community, we use gamification to combat social anxiety and allow young adults and teenagers to ease into feeling safe and confident interacting with others in a face-to-face community setting.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
Our mission at Gamely Connect is to create a safe space for neurodiverse people to build social confidence and form meaningful human connections through play.
Our Vision
Our vision is to counter social isolation and create a thriving neurodiverse, all-abilities community where individuals feel safe to be themselves and form truly meaningful human connections.
Our Values
At Gamely Connect we value respect, equity, kindness, empathy and playfulness above all else.
Gamely Connect was founded by Madeline and Ellis in 2024 when they discovered a need for better outcomes in neurodiverse communities.
In 2025 they were joined by their longterm friends, Caitlin and Jack, who share their passion for ending the loneliness epidemic through play and connection and who now run the day to day operations of the centre.
"In founding Gamely Connect, we are excited to create a tailored space that carefully considers the sensory, mental and emotional needs of the neurodiverse community.
We want to build a thriving community of participants and families who come to us initially to play some games in an accessible space, but over time to intentionally practice social skills, to attend social event nights, and be with others who understand their lived experience."