What's on this week
Autism Arena launches webinars with Keynote speaker Tigger Pritchard
Tuesday 1 Octoberm 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Online
Join the first Autism Arena webinar with keynote speaker from The Autism Show, Tigger Pritchard, a neuroaffirming advocate.
Autism Peer Support Group Bristol
Tuesday 1 October, 7.30pm - 8.30pm
The Salvation Army Bristol Citadel, Bristol
This group is a safe space that welcomes those of you who have been diagnosed a long time, the newly diagnosed and those who are still working it out. This is an informative and supportive group to build a community in Bristol and help each other to navigate through life.
Autism Pre-Diagnosis Monthly Drop In - October 2024
Tuesday 1 October, 7pm - 8.30pm
Online
Considering if you are autistic and going through the diagnosis or identification process (SELF or CLINICAL) can be a long difficult and confusing time and it can be hard to find relevant resources and information. This drop-in group is a safe space to explore, ask questions and meet other women and non-binary people at a similar point in their journey.
Barriers to heath for neurodivergent people -mental health
Wednesday 2 October, 10.30am - 2.30pm
Neurodivergent people face significant barriers to health care which can have serious consequences for their mental health.
Tigger and Joanna are both neurodivergent, they have both had experience of bumping into these barriers in small, and big ways. On this day you will hear from Jo and Tigger about their experiences and have the opportunity to discuss your experiences with them.
Neurodiversity Expo 2024
Thursday 3 October, 9am - 4pm
Saint Marys Conference Centre, Croydon
Welcome to the Neurodiversity Expo 2024, a day dedicated to celebrating, educating, and empowering our neurodiverse community. Join them for a day of insightful keynote speeches, engaging focus groups, and invaluable community support.
Connect with like-minded individuals, discover innovative resources, and gain valuable insights from expert speakers. Whether you're a neurodivergent individual, a caregiver, an educator, or simply interested in learning more, this event is for you.
Supporting Autistic University Students: Policy and Practice
Thursday 3 October, 4pm - 5pm
Online
Felicity is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bristol whose work focuses on the lived experiences of autistic and neurodivergent people. This talk will cover two pieces of research on autism at university. The first reviewed the support universities publicise themselves as offering to autistic university students, and the second presents the results of a training programme aimed at improving that support.
First Birthday Party! Neurodivergent Comedy Night with Lava Elastic
Thursday 3 October, 6pm - 8.30pm
Joyfully Different is turning A WHOLE YEAR OLD on 3rd October, and to celebrate, they’re inviting you to join them for a celebratory evening of neurodivergent comedy and fun.
Sensory-friendly Family Day
Saturday 5 October, 10am - 5pm
Visit the Science Oxford Centre for our Sensory-friendly day with a reduced visitor capacity, to better accommodate and support autistic individuals and their families and/or people with other additional needs.
Mask Off: Misunderstood, Misdiagnosed and Missed – A Zine Workshop
Saturday 5 October, 4pm - 8pm
London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
Join Black & Neurodiverse crew on a fun zine-making activity all afternoon long during their special Queer Black Women and Non-Binary day in light of the UK Black History Month.
Rise and Roar: Quiet Session in the The Magic Garden
Sunday 6th October, 9.30am - 11am
Join a quiet session in The Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace, aimed autistic people and their carers, or those who have any other sensory needs, and their families and carers.
The Psychology of Autism and Burnout
Monday 7 October, 7pm - 9.15pm
Join Dr Joanne Riordan to learn about the intersection of sensory overload, social exhaustion, and the pressures of masking that can contribute to burnout. Gain a deeper understanding of the physical, emotional, and cognitive toll this condition can take, as well as practical approaches to support autistic individuals during recovery. Whether you are autistic yourself or want to become a better ally to autistic individuals, this talk will help you learn more about a neglected side of autism, broaden your understanding of autism and equip you with practical tools to support yourself and/or others going through autistic burnout.
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