The “Anna Kennedy Online Charity” created the “Autism Hero Awards” as an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the excellence taking place in the world of Autism. This is a unique opportunity to celebrate and showcase accomplishments as well as enhancing…

A new review designed to boost the employment prospects of autistic people was announced by the government on Sunday (2 March). The review will ask businesses, employment organisations, specialist support groups and autistic people to help identify the barriers to…

Sincere thanks to our guest speaker Dr Catriona Stewart OBE. Dr Stewart’s presentation gave a very interesting historical review of the “evolution of autism”, going into neurodiversity, and the use of language and models. The question and answer session was…

Why we’re underdiagnosing autistic girls | R.AGE Published on 4 Apr 2023 4:43:19 PM Autistic girls have a much higher risk of mental health and psychiatric disorders than neurotypical girls, especially if they’re not diagnosed. So why is it so…

Some NHS trusts or services appear to have announced changes to the criteria for an autism assessment referral. Tim Nicholls, Head of Influencing and Research at the National Autistic Society, said: “We are incredibly concerned about anything that makes it…

Health service managers in south-west England say new restrictions are needed because of a huge rise in waiting lists NHS managers in south-west England have imposed new rules that could deny autism assessments to thousands of children in a move…

“To me, autism acceptance means being comfortable having a conversation about how my brain works differently, and how this might hinder and help my personality.” Chris Packham World Autism Acceptance Week is approaching and we need you more than ever…

At a glance Nate Courtney, from south-west London, has written a letter to the prime minister telling him his parents feel “failed and forgotten” The letter is part of the Let Parents be Parents campaign, which is calling for local…

We would just like to remind everyone who attend our Post-Diagnostic Support Groups, that the attendees have an opportunity to nominate the group for the “Autism Hero Awards 2023”. Axia’s PDSGs are quite unique, so those of you who join…

As mentioned by Linda in the recent Post-Diagnostic Support Group meeting, the “Anna Kennedy Online Charity” is asking for nominations for the “Autism Hero Awards 2023”. Because Axia’s PDSGs are so unique, Linda suggested those of us who attend the…

Many thanks to our guest speaker Dr Carly Jones MBE. Carly joined us virtually and gave a very personal presentation on “Autistic Spice – Born to be Mild?”. For those unable to attend our PDSG, the recording is available below.…

Chris meets Anton, a teaching assistant and trance DJ with a deep love of Middlesbrough FC, and Ethan, a 19-year-old student and aspiring rapper from Essex. He helps them make films to reveal to their friends and classmates how Anton…

Rebecca Duffus is an Advisory Teacher working with students and educators in mainstream and specialist schools, plus local council and education services. Here, Rebecca discusses the importance of supporting young people to understand their autistic identity. Research shows that having…

Chris Packham helps autistic people connect with their friends and family in a new way. In episode one, which is now available to watch, Chris helps a comedian connect with her mum and a non-speaking man find a voice. Share…