autistica.org.uk
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The UK's leading autism research and campaigning charity. We fund research and shape policy to create the changes autistic people want to see in the world.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 1d
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 1d
We’re so excited to be one of the amazing charity partners of @jinglejam.co.uk this year!

We can’t wait to watch and support @boba.yogscast.com and all the incredible streamers and gamers joining the fun this December!
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Jingle Jam @jinglejam.co.uk · 1d
With Jingle Jam only two months away, it's the perfect time to introduce you to our 2025 Charity Partners - starting with @autistica.org.uk.

With @boba.yogscast.com and your donations, they'll build evidence-based solutions for young autistic people to make society more inclusive by 2030.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Aug 11
It is with a heavy heart that we announce our Founder Dame Stephanie Shirley CH has died, aged 91.

‘Steve’ as we knew her, leaves behind a technological and philanthropic legacy that will continue to change lives for generations to come.

www.autistica.org.uk/news/a-tribu...
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Jun 11
National call for evidence 📣

Have you lived in temporary housing with a neurodivergent child, or do you support families navigating this experience?

Take part by Friday 20 June: www.sensorylivesproject.org/national-cal...
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Sensory Lives Project @sensory-lives-prj.bsky.social · Jun 11
Have you lived in temporary accommodation with a neurodivergent child? Or do you support families who do?

Join the APPG on Households in Temporary Accommodation @sensory-lives-prj.bsky.social @sharedhealthgm.bsky.social & @autistica.org.uk call for evidence and share your experiences. Link in bio.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · May 28
Public transport is essential for many neurodivergent people, but barriers make non-essential travel difficult.

Our latest report shares 11 recommendations to make UK transport truly inclusive.

Read the report 👉 www.autistica.org.uk/downloads/fi...
Green left-hand half-page vertical colour block with the words: New Autistica report reveals challenges neurodivergent people face on public transport, and how to make it more inclusive. Right side of the image shows a smiling autistic person with long box braids in an American-style jersey bomber jacket, blue jeans, black sunglasses and a colourful cane sat at a train station.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Apr 7
Amazing!! Thank you for sharing these 😃
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Apr 4
We’re tired of stereotypes.

Whether it’s our relationships, careers, or day-to-day interactions, outdated myths and assumptions continue to hold us back.

This #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth, see us as individuals, not stereotypes.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Apr 3
The House of Lords Committee is reviewing the impact of the Autism Act 2009 and the Autism Strategy, and they want to hear directly from autistic people, families, and professionals.

Share your views and help shape future policy and support: committees.parliament.uk/committee/77...
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Apr 2
Our Comms and Policy team (featuring @mindtheflap.bsky.social) took a jolly to the shops today.

If you saw four people ecstatically cheering at an electronic billboard in Westfield Stratford, London, that was them!

Here's why they cheered at inanimate objects: www.autistica.org.uk/get-involved...
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Apr 2
Autism isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each person is unique! By making misinformed assumptions, we miss getting to know the real individual.

This World Autism Acceptance Day, see us as individuals, not stereotypes: autistica.org.uk/get-involved...
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Feb 13
Early autism diagnosis and support can save lives. So why are over 212,000 people still waiting for an assessment?

For many, a diagnosis is the first step toward understanding their needs & self-acceptance. The Government must act to ensure timely, effective diagnosis and support for all.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Feb 10
You haven't missed out! The recording will be on our YouTube by the end of the week.
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Feb 6
Don't miss the opportunity to hear from researchers and lived experience experts as they tackle stigma and its impact on service access!

📢 Webinar today at 12.30 - 1.30pm

Book: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Georgia Harper @mindtheflap.bsky.social · Nov 20
Final call for the @autistica.org.uk public transport survey which closes tomorrow!

If you are neurotypical we'd be especially grateful to hear from you. There has to be *one* neurotypical person following me, right? www.autistica.org.uk/our-research...
Making public transport accessible for neurodivergent people | Current research projects | Autistica | Autistica
Learn more about our research making public transport more accessible for neurodivergent people
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Nov 19
Autistica's socials manager in comms team group chat:

"ermmm team, who hosts our domain and do we have a log in? I need to do a thing...."
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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · Nov 18
Our CEO created this account on Saturday at 12:42 PM.

So... we thought we’d better show you our new film.
Our World, 2030
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