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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 2d

#AutistiCon 2025 is happening tomorrow! We're at Nexus Leeds at the @universityofleeds.bsky.social from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

Accessible information about the event itself is in a document from @leedsautism.bsky.social - find that and info about transport here: autisticon.wordpress.com/venue/

AutistiCon 2025
A Leeds Autism Event

Information Stalls - Guest Speakers - Performers - Digital Art Exhibition

Friday 10th October, 9:30am-4:30pm

Nexus, Discovery Way, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 3AA

Event sponsors:
MID Digital Solutions Leeds Bradford Airport Lloyds Banking Group

autisticon.wordpress.com

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Leeds Autism Services @leedsautism.bsky.social · 3d

Underrepresentation of minority communities in autism diagnosis and access to support is such an important topic, so we are thrilled to welcome Dr Vivian to #AutistiCon2025>> autisticon.wordpress.com/
Hope to see you there! 🎉
#AutistiCon #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic

AutistiCon 2025, Friday 10th October, Nexus Leeds. Guest speaker: Dr Vivian Okoye speaking about overcoming the barriers faced by underrepresented communities

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Leeds Autism Services @leedsautism.bsky.social · 2d

We are very grateful to be hosting autistic writer and director, Jess Telling who will be sharing her knowledge and experience of the theatre at #AutistiCon2025>> autisticon.wordpress.com/
Hope to see you there! 🎉
#AutistiCon #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic

AutistiCon 2025, Friday 10th October, Nexus Leeds. Guest speaker, Jess Telling: Autism, Accessibility and Theatre

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 2d

Advocacy Awareness Week 2025 starts on Monday! All next week, we and our projects will be sharing examples of how #AdvocacyWorks in Leeds.

Look out for the hashtag #AAW25! More info about the week from @ndtihello.bsky.social is at www.ndti.org.uk/project/advo...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 3d

If you're coming to #AutistiCon on Friday but don't know what the venue is like, @leedsautism.bsky.social have made a video guide! In their virtual tour, they show you where the stalls, talks and quiet room will be.

To watch it, please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lnqd...

Leeds Autism Services - Autisticon 2025, NEXUS a virtual tour around this years' venue #autism #tour

YouTube video by Leeds Autism Services

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 3d

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! Inside, there are details of #AutistiCon 2025, links to a new resource from our team and info on research about #autism and aging.

To read it, please visit mailchi.mp/a9f9207e67db...

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 4d

On Friday, #AutistiCon - a free #autism info event in #Leeds - takes place! It has info on services for autistic people in Leeds and beyond, including Bradford.

Our sister @leedsautismaim.bsky.social service will be there, with info on us on their stall. Read more at autisticon.wordpress.com

AutistiCon 2025

A Leeds Autism Event

10 10 2025

Nexus, Discovery Way, University of Leeds, LS2 3AA

Save The Date

Thank you to our event sponsors:

MID Digital Solutions
Leeds Bradford Airport
Lloyds Banking Group

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 4d

There are around 30 stalls at this year's #AutistiCon event! We'll be there alongside others including @leedsautism.bsky.social and @forumcentral.bsky.social. AutistiCon is this Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm at Nexus Leeds.

A full list of stallholders is at autisticon.wordpress.com/2025-stalls/

A photo of people visiting stalls at the AutistiCon 2023 event.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 5d

We have a free online guide about raising a health complaint! This #SelfAdvocacy tool can help you to know about your rights, how to start a complaint and includes useful templates for letters to get the complaint moving.

To see it, please visit advonet.org.uk/resources/he...

The Advonet Group

Guide to Raising a Health Complaint

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 7d

As part of @advonetuk.bsky.social's stall, we're going be at Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service's event for #WorldMentalHealthDay next Thursday!

It's on from 11am-3pm at Kirkgate Market, free to attend and will have lots of useful information on mental health services and support in #Leeds.

Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service NHS

World Mental Health Day

Come and connect with local mental health services at our stall at Kirkgate Market, Leeds on Thursday 9th October

11:00am-3:00pm

Logos for partnership organisations

For more information, email us at leeds.mws@nhs.net

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 8d

The guest speakers and schedule for #AutistiCon 2025 are now confirmed! There are talks on sleep, accessing healthcare, barriers faced by under-represented communities and employment.

It's on next Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm. Find the schedule at autisticon.wordpress.com/2025-speakers/

A photo of someone delivering a talk at AutistiCon. They are stood behind a lectern, facing rows of people seated.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 8d

For this year's #BlackHistoryMonth, we have written a blog post about how #advocacy can help boost inclusivity via the power of community.

To read more, please go to advonet.org.uk/2025/10/02/b...

A photo of someone holding a leaflet in their left hand. In the background, there are some leaflets for Health Complaints Advocacy sat on a wooden table.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 9d

Later this month, we will be celebrating #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek #AAW25 by posting videos about how our work relates to advocacy, by helping #ActuallyAutistic adults to speak up for themselves and their rights.

Watch this space! @ndtihello.bsky.social @advonetuk.bsky.social

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forumcentral.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social · 10d

Leeds is full of quiet moments that change lives.
A volunteer walking someone to an appointment.
A community café where neighbours stop to chat.

These small acts hold the same weight as big strategies. They keep the city moving forward together.

Tell us your stories. Big or Small.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 9d

Nearly a year ago, our Autism AIM team made some guides about Personal Independence Payment - #PIP. They are by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults, covering topics like assessments and appeals.

They are all available on the @leedsautismaim.bsky.social website at leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/pi...

Autism AIM

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Guides

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 10d

There is a consultation from @westyorkshireca.bsky.social about their Local Transport Plan, which includes bringing buses under public control.

There is time to have your say about the future of public transport in West Yorkshire. Find out how here: www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/hub-page/loc...

A photo of the entrance to Bingley Rail Station.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 11d

We have updated our guide to stress at #work for #ActuallyAutistic adults. It has useful information on how to identify and address workplace stress.

To get a free copy, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Mental Health Equity Project

Workplace Stress and Mental Health: A free guide

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 12d

Our October #ActuallyAutistic-led peer group timetable is out now! They are all free to join and for autistic adults who live in the #Leeds area.

More information on the groups, what they're about and how to join is at leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

The Advonet Group | Mental Health Equity Project Leeds Autism AIM

Our Autistic-Led Groups
OCTOBER 2025

Mental Health Peer Support Group
In-Person
Thursday 2nd October
6pm-7pm

Women-Aligned Group
Online - on Zoom
Tuesday 14th October
5:30pm-6:30pm

Mental Health Peer Support Group
Online - on Zoom
Thursday 16th October
6pm-7pm

Peer Support Group
Online - on Zoom
Monday 20th October
6pm-7pm

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 12d

There are translated versions of our free #SelfAdvocacy pack available in four community languages - #Arabic, #Polish, #Tigrinya and #Urdu.

It includes sections for planning phone calls, preparing for meetings and making complaints.

To get them, please go to advonet.org.uk/resources/tr...

The Advonet Group

Translated Self-Advocacy Resources

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 15d

At this year's #AutistiCon event, we're looking for local #ActuallyAutistic artists to exhibit their work!

Your art will be seen by hundreds of visitors and displayed on a digital screen in the venue.

More information about how to get it on show is at www.leedsautism.org.uk/calling-all-...

AutistiCon 2025

A Leeds Autism Event

10-10-2025

Exhibit Your Artwork

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 15d

A scheme for #neurodivergent people in #WestYorkshire wanting to be #SelfEmployed entrepreneurs is open!

ThriveND aims to create a network for neurodivergent entrepreneurs.

It costs £25 to join - the deadline to apply is Monday 29th September. More info is at www.nea.global/thrivend

ThriveND | NEA

ThriveND is a 12-month initiative to create a vibrant, inclusive business support network for neurodivergent entrepreneurs and aspiring self-employed individuals across the West Yorkshire region and b...

www.nea.global

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 15d

Earlier this month, we published a new guide to cervical #cancer screenings for #ActuallyAutistic adults.

Inside, there is information on symptoms, the screenings themselves and how to ask for reasonable adjustments.

Find this and our other health resources at leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/he...

Leeds Autism AIM

Guide to Cervical Cancer Screening

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 16d

All of the reels by us for Healthy Minds are in one place!
We have a page with short videos covering topics such as #masking and sensory needs, all by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults.

To see them, please go to bradfordautismaim.org.uk/resources/vi... @bdcmind.bsky.social @actasonebdc.bsky.social

Healthy Minds

Bradford and Craven Autism AIM

Reels for Healthy Minds

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 16d

We have a free guide to disclosing an #autism diagnosis and its' impact on #MentalHealth and wellbeing on our website.

It was written by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults and has plenty of useful tips.

To download a copy, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Mental Health Equity Project

Disclosure and Wellbeing: A free guide

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 17d

In response to the comments by US President Trump on autism and pain relief medicines, we have made a statement.

As a charity working with hundreds of #ActuallyAutistic adults and having over 20% of staff who are autistic, we aim to help autistic adults by reducing barriers and promoting equality.

The Advonet Group

US President Donald Trump’s recent comments about the “causes” of autism spread harmful myths. Autism is not caused by vaccines or pain relief medicines.
These claims distract from what matters most - improving the lives of autistic people through better support, inclusion and understanding.
Research should focus on reducing barriers and promoting equality, not chasing myths.

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