Autism and disability news

Published on March 14, 2024

Stigma of having autistic kids leaves South Asian mums isolated

Habiba and her son

Two mums from london from Sikh and Muslim backgrounds have spoken to the BBC about experiencing stigma from within their communities around autism and SEND. 

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BBC Radio Norfolk - The Chris Goreham Show

Autistic and OK

A couple of weeks ago, our Senior Participation Manager, Nuala Flewett was interviews on BBC Radio Norfolk to talk about the Autisitc and OK programme. 

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Heartstopper's Bradley RIches speaks about autism on Celebrity Big Brother

Bradley Riches

"It’s a lot but I’ve got my coping mechanisms, and that’s the main reason I wanted to come here, to push myself," Bradley Riches said on CBB. 

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Autistic 12 year old boy says his dog 'changed his life'

Thomas James, 12, saw his life completely change after he was given his assistance dog, Megan

Thomas appeared on This Morning and talked about how Megan the cavapoo helps him when he feels overwhelmed.

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Scheme for autistic young adults expands in Dorset

A woman waiting at a bus stop as a bus approaches

Autism Unlimited in Christchurch, Dorset, launched its Futures programme in 2021 for just four young people.

The scheme, to help people gain confidence and improve life skills, now has 28 learners aged between 18 and 25.

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Model railway club providing safe space for young people

Charlie and a model railway

A model railway club is helping to provide a safe space for autistic young people to get involved in the hobby.

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