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@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 · 11/12/2025

Watch this emotional streaming moment from one of our amazing Jingle Jam streamers, Cosy Witch. They've been crafting, chatting, and supporting neurodivergent fold by raising money for Autistica! Stream for us this Jingle Jam: jinglejam.tiltify.com

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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 01/12/2025

Jingle Jam starts today! We're thrilled to have so many amazing people playing games, raising money and having fun with us this year. Join everyone at the kick-off event and see our submission to Jingle Cats at 5 pm today: www.jinglejam.co.uk @jinglejam.co.uk

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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 11/08/2025

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 · 28/05/2025

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 · 04/04/2025

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 Whether it’s our relationships, careers, or day-to-day interactions, outdated myths and assumptions continue to hold us back.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 · 03/04/2025

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...

Grey image with white and pink writing reading: 'The House of Lords Committee want your view on the Autism Act 2009'.

Pink and grey illustration of the Houses of Parliament in the bottom right hand corner.

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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 02/04/2025

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 · 02/04/2025

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 · 13/02/2025

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.

Image with mainly text. White background, two green lines at the top, with black text reading 'There are now 212,964 reasons to change the autism diagnosis system.'

Image with mainly text. White background, two green lines at the top, with black text reading: "Almost 90% of those have been waiting for at least 13 weeks - in fact, this is the first time children had to wait over 400 days for an initial care contact.

An ‘initial care contact’ is not necessarily the assessment or diagnosis itself, rather the first appointment after referral.'

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Autistica @autistica.org.uk · 06/02/2025

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...

Banner to promote an Autistica Webinar. Dark grey background with green text boxes that read: Breaking barriers: Addressing stigma and its impact on service access. Thursday 06 February 12.20 - 1.30pm UK.

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