Autism and disability news
Improving post-diagnosis support
On Friday 3rd November, we hosted our first ever post-diagnosis conference. Around 80 people attended as we discussed how to improve support for autistic young people after their diagnosis.
Members of the Ambitious Youth Network shared their personal experiences during the day and other speakers included expert's from UCL's Centre for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE), University College London, University of Bath and Autistica.
Ben Redmayne organised the conference with help from colleagues across the charity.
I have no voice but so much to say
An autistic 20-year old names Murray has made a short film about what it is like to be a non-speaking autistic person.
Murray, who uses a tablet to communicate, has chosen an actor to voice his words for the film.
This was my favourite quote from Murray's video. If you watched the video, comment your favourite quote below! "Non-verbal people are pleasing to be around, because we sense the world in a deeper way than those who talk'"
Click here to watch the video.
Employment challenges for people with autism and learning difficulties
A man with cerebral palsy says he feels like he has a purpose after securing a permanent job through a project for people with learning disabilities.
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