#NowIKnow - Dawns story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. First up, is Dawn... “I think it’s very important that people understand what autism can look like in subtler presentations and in particular, women and non-binary people. Society at large has some very stereotyped ideas. They think we’re all Rain Man. They think we’re all Sheldon. And whilst that might well be the expression of autism for some people. I am also what autism looks like.” Dawn’s words helped shape this campaign to talk about late diagnosis of autism in women and non-binary people. You can hear more of Dawn’s story on our website bit.ly/3DkS3y6Your story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow
#NowIKnow - Alexs story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. Meet autistic woman and photographer, Alex... “I wanted to take part in this campaign because ever since I started my photography journey, the only thing I’ve ever wanted was to make sure no kid ever feels like I felt. Because that feeling of loneliness and anger towards yourself is so lonely and I think it can be quite dangerous if you don’t have a support system. It takes years and years and years to unlearn such a deep anger at yourself and such a negative self-image. So, if I can play any role in making women feel seen for the first time, then I feel I’ve done what I set out to do.” You can see more of Alex's story on our website bit.ly/3UfQeJOYour story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow
#NowIKnow - Zahras story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. Next up, is Zahra (@zahradeljouimusic)... “I wanted to take part in this campaign because I just thought it was really important. I really struggled for so long. And it's only when you see other people like you talking about something that then maybe you will watch or read about it and think, ‘oh, that sounds like me’. And then you might start looking into it, like I did, and find some support or just understand yourself better. When I joined a group for autistic women I went to the meeting and at one point, I just sat back and I looked around and I felt, ‘oh, I feel like I belong here.’ See more of Zahra’s story on our website bit.ly/3zt3AdFYour story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow Listen to Zahra’s new music, here: distrokid.com/hyperfollow/zahradeljoui/pink-moon
#NowIKnow - Lexs story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. Next up, meet Lex... “When I realised there were people like me, I felt relief. It put me on the path to diagnosis and learning more about who I am as an autistic person. I was brought up as a girl and as a woman and perceived as that for most of my life. I hadn’t seen many stories like mine and having the autism diagnosis helped me realise I am non-binary. I’m trying to get to a place where I know myself better. I think if someone sees themselves in somebody else, that makes them feel seen and heard, and included. And those are really important things for autistic people because you spend a lot of your life never feeling like that ever. And that can save people’s lives, which I think is really, really important.” You can hear more of Lex’s story on our website bit.ly/3SNOqXaYour story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow
#NowIKnow - Amandas story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. Meet autistic woman and SENCO Coordinator, Amanda... “It's important for more people to understand autism in women because a lot of people think we don't exist. The stats say it's a very male condition and that's not necessarily true because there's lots of women like me who only get diagnosed in adulthood after they find out about a child. And it was five years after my son was diagnosed that I got my diagnosis and it was only through him that I learned about myself. And people need to know that anybody can be autistic. You can be the person next door, could be the person across the street. There are lots of undiagnosed autistic women walking about out there, who are probably struggling and don't know why.” You can hear more of Amanda’s story on our website bit.ly/3No77Q1 Your story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow
#NowIKnow - Melissas story National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | Visibility matters. Meet autistic woman and activist, Melissa... “I wanted to take part in this campaign because we typically don't see Black women in campaigns like this. And so, it was really important for me to be a part of this so people understand that Black women are autistic as well. I’m doing this and being vulnerable and putting my face out there in the hopes that it will help other women of colour to acknowledge that they're autistic and share that information.” You can hear more of Melissa’s story on our website bit.ly/3h0JhO6Your story can make a difference. Share yours using #NowIKnow A big thank you to @CurzonCinemas for allowing us to use their space for the shoot!
National Autistic Society | #NowIKnow National Autistic Society 2022-11-01 | It’s time to hear your stories. We're spotlighting the stories of late diagnosed autistic women and non-binary people who never saw themselves represented and want to make sure that others do. Share your story using #NowIKnow so we can reach more undiagnosed autistic people and non-binary people who may be struggling and whose only knowledge of autism comes from outdated stereotypes. Find out more: bit.ly/3TWtRZS
Finding Employment Free Online Course National Autistic Society 2022-10-17 | If you are autistic, looking for work, and don't know where to begin, then try our free online course to help you start your journey into work bit.ly/3f7jAJ1
I Used To Be Famous: Behind the scenes National Autistic Society 2022-09-21 | Check out our Job Coach, Leo Capella, talking about the importance of autism representation on-screen in the new must-see @NetflixUK film, I Used To Be Famous bit.ly/3SjOSwC
National Autistic Society | Dawns story National Autistic Society 2022-04-22 | "The day I was diagnosed, I came home and I danced in my living room, all by myself." Dawn talks to us about how our website helped lead her to get an autism diagnosis at 56 years old after experiencing overwhelming sensory issues all her life... Help us be there for people like Dawn when they need us: bit.ly/3iEtN05
National Autistic Society | The worlds first school specifically for autistic children National Autistic Society 2022-04-14 | David attended our first school, the world's first school specifically for autistic children, in the 1960s. Watch his mother talk about him in a film from 1964 and find out what he went on to do.
National Autistic Society | Our Autism at Work Programme National Autistic Society 2022-03-31 | Find out more about our Autism at Work programme and how you can get involved: bit.ly/3kOpm35
National Autistic Society | How does Autism at Work help employers and candidates National Autistic Society 2022-03-31 | Employers and candidates share their Autism at Work programme experiences with us and you can find out how to get involved: bit.ly/3kOpm35
National Autistic Society | Spectrum Night Walks 2022 is back! National Autistic Society 2022-02-04 | Join Team Autism and the finale to World Autism Acceptance Week 2022! Help us transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. Sign up here to receive your Spectrum Night Walk pack containing all the information you'll need:
National Autistic Society | Our timeline of the last 60 years National Autistic Society 2022-01-27 | Watch and discover some of the amazing achievements we’ve reached with your support over the last 60 years: bit.ly/33SxafMLet's make the next 60 count!
National Autistic Society | Our 60th anniversary National Autistic Society 2022-01-20 | Watch and discover some of the amazing achievements we’ve reached with your support over the last 60 years: bit.ly/33SxafMLet's make the next 60 count!
National Autistic Society | Our adult services National Autistic Society 2021-10-05 | We provide person-centered support through our residential, supported living and Centres for adults across the autism spectrum. Find out more about what we offer www.autism.org.uk/services
National Autistic Society | Our adult services National Autistic Society 2021-10-05 | We provide person-centered support through our residential, supported living and Centres for adults across the autism spectrum. Find out more about what we offer www.autism.org.uk/services
National Autistic Society | Join our team as a support worker National Autistic Society 2021-10-04 | Make a difference in this key worker role within our adult services. Find out more and search jobs www.autism.org.uk/supportworkerYou will receive training and support to develop your career in social care.
National Autistic Society | Join our team as a support worker National Autistic Society 2021-10-04 | Make a difference in this key worker role within our adult services. Find out more and search jobs www.autism.org.uk/supportworkerYou will receive training and support to develop your career in social care.
Volunteers Week 2021: Meet Lily National Autistic Society 2021-06-01 | Meet Lily. Lily has recently joined us as a volunteer in our Transitions Support team. The team supports young people and their families through key life transitions such as starting or changing school, leaving school, and starting or leaving college or university. Thank you to Lily and all the other amazing people who volunteer at our charity. Find out more about volunteering with us bit.ly/3kkLKjf
Spencers animation: Returning to a social group National Autistic Society 2021-05-21 | Many of you have shared your worries about lockdown easing. Autistic animator Spencer Cotterell's film shows two young autistic people's journeys as they return to their weekly face-to-face social group. Visit our website for more information and support on coronavirus: bit.ly/3aTLST0
Super 7 Challenge: Meet Clare National Autistic Society 2021-05-07 | Meet superstar fundraiser, Clare, who raised an incredible £1,097 during World Autism Awareness Week! Claire's Super 7 Challenge saw her take to the streets of Kemsing Village in fancy dress each day to raise money. Take a look at how she got on…
Top tips on avoiding crisis and admission to an inpatient mental health hospital National Autistic Society 2021-05-05 | Life can be overwhelming at times, particularly during periods of change and disruption. Check out these top tips from families on avoiding crisis and admission to an inpatient mental health hospital. Our thanks to the families and self-advocates whose input shaped this animation.Find out more autism.org.uk/avoiding-crisis
Super 7 Challenge: Meet Theo National Autistic Society 2021-04-30 | Superstar fundraiser, Theo, who is autistic, set himself the goal of learning to count to ten in seven different languages, as part of his #Super7Challenge for World #AutismAwarenessWeek! See how he got on...
World Autism Awareness Week: Secondary school learning resource National Autistic Society 2021-03-25 | Autistic Hollyoaks star, Talia Grant, introduces this powerful film about Alex who is autistic and some of the challenges he faces on a daily basis.
World Autism Awareness Week: Primary school learning resources National Autistic Society 2021-03-25 | Follow the Trummies' 5 rules, to make your school autism-friendly.
National Autistic Society | Thames Valley School National Autistic Society 2021-02-23 | Thames Valley School helps autistic students aged five to 16 build on their strengths, learning, confidence and enjoyment. Our aim is to respond to the needs of each of our students, helping them to grow in confidence and achieve. Take a look at our school or find out more, here: http://bit.ly/3unk6I4
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Bedroom 2 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Bedroom 1 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Lounge 3 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Lounge 2 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Lounge 1 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge, Dining Room 2 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour: The Lodge, Dining Room 1 National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour: The Lodge, Stairs National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
Radlett Lodge School Tour - The Lodge entrance National Autistic Society 2021-02-22 | Radlett Lodge looks beyond autism to the individual needs of every pupil, and puts their needs first. We help our students reach their potential. Take a look at our residential services, The Lodge.
National Autistic Society | Autism at Work Summit 2021 National Autistic Society 2021-01-25 | Find out more and book your place on the online conference 4-5 March 2021 www.autism.org.uk/summit
Sir Norman Lamb joins our charity as a Vice President National Autistic Society 2020-09-14 | Sir Norman Lamb shares how pleased he is to be joining our charity as a Vice President, and talks to us about his role as Care Minister from 2012-2015, campaigning for improved support for autistic people and their families, and more…
Spectrum Live - The Coronavirus Series: Episode 4 National Autistic Society 2020-08-26 | The last in our special Coronavirus series, this time about education and preparing to return to school.// About Us We are the UK's leading charity for people affected by autism. We want a world where all people living with autism get to lead the life they choose. We will transform understanding of autism and make sure everyone living with autism gets the support they need. Find more information about Autism, and helpful resources on our website: http://bit.ly/NationalAutisticSociety
Spencer Cotterell: My journey National Autistic Society 2020-04-06 | The animation focuses on two autistic characters. Their autism presents in different ways. The same two characters will go through the exact same routines as they wake in the morning. This showcases their struggles when getting prepared or going outside.Find out more, here: bit.ly/2UGVIBo
World Autism Awareness Week: A message to the public... National Autistic Society 2020-03-30 | Today is the start of World Autism Awareness Week! To celebrate, we worked with our friends from across the UK to share what autistic people and their families told us they want the public to understand and our handy tips on how the public can help support autistic people better.Get involved today: www.autism.org.uk/waaw
Harry Wells takes part in our 7k for 700k for World Autism Awareness Week National Autistic Society 2020-02-26 | Leicester Tigers rugby player, dad and our ambassador, Harry Wells, tells us why it’s important to get involved in the 7k for 700k challenge during World Autism Awareness Week: http://bit.ly/2pbP2Km
Spectrum Night Walks 2020 | National Autistic Society National Autistic Society 2020-02-26 | Join us and raise awareness and much-needed funds this World Autism Awareness Week: http://bit.ly/3bZzMrx Help us make it the biggest year yet by walking with us for a society that works for autistic people. The money you raise together will help transform the lives of the 700,000 autistic people in the UK. Who will you be walking for?
7k for 700k for World Autism Awareness Week 2020 | National Autistic Society National Autistic Society 2020-01-13 | run, cycle, walk or swim 7 kilometres for World Autism Awareness Week (30 March to 5 April 2020) in support of the 700,000 autistic people across the UK: http://bit.ly/2pbP2Km
Thank you for Changing Attitudes | National Autistic Society National Autistic Society 2020-01-09 | The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.Find out more about autism on our website, here: autism.org.uk
Thank you for Transforming Lives | National Autistic Society National Autistic Society 2020-01-09 | The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.Find out more about autism on our website, here: autism.org.uk
