What's on this week
The Autism Alliance
Wednesday 29 January, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Online
Join this welcoming online community where autistic individuals, parents, carers, and professionals come together for peer support, learning, and open conversations. Everyone has the opportunity to share as much or as little as they like, fostering a supportive environment for all. Brought to you by the Autism Information and Advice Service, The Autism Alliance is committed to building a stronger, more inclusive autism community.
Koala Boardgames Group (EVENING)
Wednesday 29 January, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
This boardgames group for neurodivergent people 14+ offers a relaxed and non-judgemental space to connect with like-minded individuals. Bring along a boardgame, or come and learn a new one as the game library continues to grow. Classic games like chess and Monopoly are available, alongside niche titles for fans of Lord of the Rings, Keyforge, Pandemic, Netrunner, and more.
New Build Event: 'Environments for Co-Creation'
Wednesday 29 January, 5pm - 6.30pm
Join Project Art Works and creative duo, Jill & Bea at Bethlem Gallery for a discussion on environments and co-creation in creative practice. The event will be in the format of a ‘Long table Discussion’, which invites a range of perspectives to a conversation exploring themes of agency, consent, and the adaptation of spaces to support meaningful and personalised artistic engagement.
Jill & Bea are a creative duo, working as one artist. Bea is an autistic young person, Jill is their mum and carer. They are part of Autistic Youth Hub, a collective of autistic young and similarly neurodivergent adults focused on creating supportive and inclusive environments of mutual respect and accountability.
Novel Perspectives: An autistic-led book club
Thuesday 30 January, 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Online
Are you autistic or exploring the possibility that you might be? Looking for a welcoming, autistic-led online space to talk about books that reflect the autistic and neurodivergent experience? Join Novel Perspectives, a friendly and inclusive book club where you can dive into deep discussions, enjoy different viewpoints, and explore books without the pressure of having to read every page.
The Neurodiversity Network - Online Launch Event
Thursday 30 January, 7pm - 8pm
Online
Join The Neurodiversity Network for an exclusive look at their new membership community for adults with ADHD, autism, dyslexia or other neurodivergent condition/s.
The Autism Project- Online Information Session
Friday 31 January, 1pm - 2pm
Online
These sessions are open to anyone who wants to find out more about The Autism Project and our pathways to employment and indpendence for autistic young people aged 18-24, with an Education Health & Care Plan. There will be a presentation followed by a chance to ask staff any questions about the project or how to join.
Know Yourself: Adolescents Asking Experts about Mental Health
Tuesday 4 February, 5.30pm - 7.30pm
UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, London
UCL invite you to “Know Yourself: Adolescents Asking Experts about Mental Health”, a free interactive event that puts young people in the driver’s seat to explore the topics that matter most to them. This event is open to adolescents, their families, educators, clinicians, university students, academic researchers, and anyone interested in children’s and young people’s mental health.
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