Neurodiversity in the criminal justice system

User Voice is working with the NHS to understand the experiences of those with neurodiverse conditions in the criminal justice system. We wish to give as many people with neurodiverse conditions as possible a chance to have their say.

We need help to access people who have been in prison and who have a diagnosed neurodiverse condition (or who self-identify as having one). At this stage please let us know if you would like to support this project and we will then share more information on the process.

Please contact Chris, our Research Manager ([email protected]) to be involved

Neurodiverse young filmmakers screening 

Young neuro diverse filmmakers will share their everyday lives through animation, drama, documentary and experimental films. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with members of the neurodivergent creative community, which will focus on increasing positive representation and opportunities in the film and creative industries.

Saturday 19th November from 3-6pm at the Barbican Cinema 3

Goodie bags and refreshments will be provided

Please secure a FREE ticket - HERE

Language of Autism short film 

We are delighted to present our Language of Autism short film (3m 32sec) and we wanted to share this far and wide.

This short film presents the findings of our Language of Autism Survey and was co-produced by young people from the Extreme Group, which is a young people's advocacy group supported by Investing in Children (County Durham).

Subtitles (recommended): https://youtu.be/F03Dwp5YWw8

You can find more information on the survey at https://youtu.be/ZzdrFubsdc8.

Lastly, if you are interested and passionate about this project and you are interested in joining the Language of Autism steering group, then please do let me know ([email protected]).

Key Club @Kiln- Neurodiverse creative arts club 

For neurodiverse people between 18-30. Free monlthly  creative arts and social club at the Kiln theatre, Kilburn. 

Introductory session Saturday the 10th of December 15:30-17:00. 

For more information and to apply Key Club (turtlekeyarts.org.uk)

Relaxed openings- Queen house Ice rink

Join us at the Queen’s House Ice Rink this winter as our beautiful open-air ice rink takes centre-stage once again in the grounds of Royal Museums Greenwich. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Queen’s House with views of Greenwich Park and across the river to Canary Wharf, the rink is a magical place to skate this festive season.  

Come along to our Relaxed Sessions and visit the ice rink free from large crowds. These sessions are suitable for anyone who needs a calmer, more relaxed environment to get the most out of their visit, including neurodiverse visitors or those with sensory processing difficulties or disabilities.

To find out more visit: The Queen's House Ice Rink Relaxed Sessions | Royal Museums Greenwich (rmg.co.uk) 

QA's digital skills bootcamps 

We have some spaces available on our November Digital Skills Bootcamps.

• The Bootcamps are fully-funded so it is free for you to attend

• It runs for 12 weeks

• It’s virtual so you can log on and learn from home

• At the end of it you will have all the skills you need to secure a job in the tech sector

• In fact, we will even get you a job interview with a tech employer after you complete the programme

• We’ll give you all the coaching you need to secure your dream job

• You also get formal qualifications and certificates to add to your CV - industry-recognised and highly respected qualifications from Microsoft and others

To sign up visit https://careermap.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ad6ea66c62b50396e776ca853&id=3e8038af44&e=9900d5c7ac 

Best for You- NHS project 

There is a new NHS young people’s mental health project called Best For You (you can also find us @BestForYouNHS on socials).

We’re working in partnership with YouTube to create videos on a range of topics! One of these topics is autism.

I’m very keen for the voices of autistic young people to be at the forefront of these videos. I’d like to film a group of up to four autistic young people answering myth-busting questions other young people have asked about autism. I’d also like to film the young people talking about what autism is like for them, what they love about it, and how their access needs could be better accommodated to make life easier.

The filming would take place on one day in London in December or January

Payment £150 

Please email the participation team if you are interested in taking part in this opportunity

Looking for work programme 

“Looking for work” is a fully online programme, combining a series of workshops and 1:1 support meetings, for autistic and neurodivergent adults looking for employment after university.

Eligibility criteria: autistic and neurodivergent adults who are in their final year of study for a higher education level qualification (Level 4 – 9; foundation degree to PhD) or who have completed their course of study within the last academic year i.e. 20/21 or 21/22

The programme consists of a series of group workshops and one-to-one sessions delivered by autism-specialist mentors. There will be:

• 6 x 2-hour live, online group workshops; and
• 3x 45-minute one-to-one consultations, at the beginning, middle and end of the programme, respectively.

You can find more information on eligibility criteria and funding on our website https://asmentoring.co.uk/pre-employment-support

Deadlines for applications is 14/11/2022 , applications are processed on a first come, first served basis, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as you are able to. Please click to apply now.