Alternative Opportunities

Published on November 12, 2024

Call for Participants: Paid Study Opportunityfor Autistic Girls 

A paid study opportunity is available for autistic girls aged 12–17 to take part in a one-to-one informal chat. The study aims to explore the challenges, strengths, and needs of autistic girls, with the goal of improving future support services.

If you're interested in taking part, please contact Iris at [email protected].

Please see the attached flyer for futher information.


Call for Participants: Research to Improve Experiences for Autistic University Students

The University of Portsmouth is seeking autistic student volunteers to participate in two studies aimed at improving university support for autistic students. One study focuses on understanding the role of family support, while the other aims to create an assessment tool to identify specific support needs.

If you are interested in taking part, please contact PhD student Elinor Lim at [email protected] or Dr. Emine Gurbuz at [email protected].

Find out more and check eligibility criteria here.


Brent Youth Forum for Young People with SEND

The Brent Council is starting a Brent Youth Forum for young people with SEND, aged 14–25. This forum will give young people a chance to connect with others, share ideas, and take part in fun activities.

Join the focus group on 22nd November from 4 pm to 6 pm at the Civic Centre to help plan activities for 2025. Gift vouchers will be provided for attending, and it’s a chance to discuss the types of activities you’d like to see in Brent.

To confirm attendance, please book on Eventbrite.

Please see the attached flyer for futher information.


Please note we are not necessarily affiliated with any of the organisations mentioned in this post. We are not responsible for the organisation or accessibility of the opportunities posted. If you have a negative experience with any of the organisers listed above, please email [email protected]. We will review this and may stop advertising their opportunities.