Autism and Disability News
Autism no hindrance for Tom as he prepares for gruelling Ironman challenge
An 18-year-old from Greenwich hopes to become the youngest openly autistic person to complete an Ironman – as he takes on the challenge to raise vital funds for Ambitious about Autism.
Cafe gives skills to people with learning difficulties
A partnership between the hospital catering department and a Jersey charity is giving autistic people and people with learning difficulties some work experience.
Staff from Health and Community Services have been helping people from Beresford Street Kitchen (BSK) gain skills working with customers and serving food at the Thyme Out cafe in the hospital.
‘Autism in the Air’ initiative taking off at Belfast City Airport
An innovative collaboration between Belfast City Airport and Queen’s University, Belfast is enabling autisitc children to enjoy stress-free travel on their family holidays.
Station renamed after teenage Paralympian
A Sussex railway station has been temporarily renamed after local Paralympian Bly Twomey to celebrate her success at the 2024 Paris games.
Football club to provide autism sensory packs
Morecambe FC has partnered with an autism charity to provide free sensory packs for fans.
We post news stories about autism on the live feed once a week on a Thursday. If you see any news stories related to autism, neurodiversity, disability or Ambitious about Autism, please email them to us at [email protected].