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Autistic activist, parent to ND family. Chair of @arghscotland.bsky.social They/Them

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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
We are now inviting proposals for presentations at Autscot 2027 Theme: Community Date: 6th – 9th April 2027 Location: Larbert, Scotland Submission deadline: 28th Sept 2026 You can find more information, including guidelines and a link to the proposal form here: arghscotland.org/autscot-2027...
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Autscot 2027: Call for Proposals  – ARGH Scotland
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National Autistic Taskforce (NAT) @nat-taskforce.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Reminder: Applications close on 28th Feb - get your application in now!
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Scottish Ethnic Minority Autistics @semascot.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
It's the International Day of the Disabled Person tomorrow, and so we thought we would commemorate it by talking about what doesn't get much attention. Knowing how your body and mind work is key to well-being, but most of us lack the information relevant to our specific needs.
Logos: SEDSConnective, ARGH, SEMA
Text: Live Discussion: Neurodivergence & Connective Tissues. Join us on SEMA’s YouTube channel as we commemorate International Day of the Disabled Person. 7 pm Wednesday 3rd December.

Profile pictures and names of Jane Green SEDSConnective, Kabie Brook, ARGH Scotland and Sofia Farzana, Scottish Ethnic Minority Autistics.

Logos: YouTube, Live Streaming
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National Autistic Taskforce (NAT) @nat-taskforce.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Remember applications close on 28th February 2026. Get your application in now! (Also still taking donations to the fund)
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Representatives of autistic-led organisations giving evidence to Holyrood’s health, social care and sport committee said a national plan is needed to fix significant gaps in neurodevelopmental pathways: healthandcare.scot/stories/4295...
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Autistic Scots push MSPs for neurodivergent-led change
A lack of accessible diagnosis and support is driving autistic people and their families into crisis, MSPs have been told. Representatives of autistic-led organisations giving evidence to Holyrood’s ...
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
ARGH Scotland is excited to announce that we are now a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation SC054724. We are 20 this year & this marks an exciting new chapter in our development as an Autistic led organisation. Thank you to all members and supporters for getting us to where we are today.
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Christian Gajewski @christian-gajewski.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
In my latest article, I explore why autistic people’s empathy can attract narcissistic partners, how online dynamics amplify risk, and strategies to protect emotional wellbeing. #Autism #Narcissism #Relationships #EmotionalWellbeing #DigitalCommunication medium.com/@christian.g...
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Behind the Mirror: Why Autistic People Often Attract Narcissists
When empathy becomes a magnet for manipulation
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
arghighland.co.uk/statement-mi...
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Statement from ARGH Scotland on Recent Misinformation Regarding Autism – ARGH
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
I have been working on 2 educational animation films about Autistic experiences with @thrivingautistic.bsky.social 's team We will be premiering these during the Discovery Celebration event. FREE TICKETS Thursday 18th September 2025 7–8:45pm Irish/UK time www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/discovery-...
A dark blue event poster with gold and white abstract lines at the top. The text reads:
“You are invited to join our webinar!
Discovery Celebration: Autistic Community Shaping Neuro-Affirmative Support

Thursday 18th September 2025
7:00–8:45pm Irish/UK time
Online (Zoom)
Registration via Eventbrite
Free and open to all

Discovery Programme report launch

Premiere of 2 educational animation films about Autistic experiences

Panel discussions

Community space to connect

Kindly funded by Rethink Ireland & Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.

Logo at the bottom right: ‘Thriving Autistic’ with an infinity symbol.
Website: www.thrivingautistic.org

Bottom left: Illustration of a friendly purple cartoon character from animations smiling.”
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Joseph has finished his walk. Well done and thank you! Also thanks to all who have helped us to raise £1030. Every penny will go to helping Autistic people ❤️ Justgiving page still open here: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
A lush green mountain the top obscured by cloud.
‘the original end of the West Highland Way’ sign outside the Ben Nevis Highland centre Statue of a man sitting rubbing a sore foot  (sore feet statue) at the End of 
the West Highland Way- wearing an 
ARGH tshirt: Autistic Rights are Human Rights
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
It's day 9 and the end is in sight (kind of), update from Joseph: "Up a big hill and down a deep valley and now in Kinlochleven" Massive thanks to all who have donated so far - we reached our target! Still not too late to donate though - every penny helps! www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £1000 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Day 8 update from Joseph: ‘Perfect Scottish hiking weather today. Overcast but no precipitation, temperature in the mid teens and a gentle breeze to keep the midges away. Now in Glencoe mountain resort campsite. Only a marathon left of the walk to go!’ www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
Stony track cutting through purple heather  leading into the distance
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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Being listened to by folk at CRAE: The Qualitative Open Mic - Neurodiversity Matters: Damian Milton on double empathy and autistic worlds open.spotify.com/epi...
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Neurodiversity Matters: Damian Milton on double empathy and autistic worlds
The Qualitative Open Mic · Episode
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Day 7 update from Joseph: ‘Only a short-ish walk today, tyndrum to bridge of orchy then knocking off a few more stations on the west Highland line’ And a big thank you to those who have donated; we’ve reached our target - can we exceed it? www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £1000 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Day 6 update from a very soggy Joseph: ‘Made it to Tyndrum, finally over half way. Been rained on all day, waiting for a gap in the rain to set up my tent.’ www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £1000 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
Day 5 update from Joseph: ‘Made it to campsite. Suns out and midgies are awakening too. It's quite the obstacle course from Inversnaid to Ardleish!!’ Thank you to all have donated, read more & donate: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £1000 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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SJ Groenewegen @sjgroenewegen.co.uk · 18/07/2025
Joseph is walking the West Highland Way to raise money for ARGH Scotland. He very kindly wants to help ARGH help our fellow Autistic adults in Scotland. If you can, please do share the link to the Just Giving page, and/or donating some money.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Update from Joseph: 'A short walk today over conic hill. Tomorrow it'll be a 15 mile slog from Balmaha to Inversnaid hopefully before the scheduled downpour in the evening' www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Joseph has made it to Drymen where he’ll be camping overnight (Joseph said ‘this is the easy bit). If you’d like to help us reach our fund-raising target please see: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding... He’s seen some familiar Highland faces along the way!
Highland cow laying atop a hillHuge Highland cow (maybe a bull) lying next to a tree in a field
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Joseph is on his way to Scotland: ‘Hurtling on the way to Glasgow on a crowded pendolino. Todays section of the walk will be from Glasgow to Milngavie, a great contrast to the rest of it’ To read more about the challenge and donate: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £1000 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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National Autistic Taskforce (NAT) @nat-taskforce.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Excited to announce that applications are now open for the NAT Founders Award Started in honour of our founder, Dr Dinah Murray, this fund will offer one off financial grants to autistic people based in the UK To learn more: nationalautistictaskforce.org.uk/applications...
nationalautistictaskforce.org.uk
Applications Now Open for the NAT Founders Award
Started in honour of our founder, Dr Dinah Murray, this fund will offer one off financial grants to autistic people based in the UK to support them in pursuing work that would be in line with Dinah…
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Many disabled people rely on PIP (ADP) & UC to support access to work, healthcare, access to education and support. People use the money to try to mitigate an uncaring / unjust society. Reducing any monetary help will mean people are left even more isolated - poverty does not cure discrimination
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Dr Aimée Fletcher (@aimee_speaks) @aimeespeaks.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
If you read one #Autism report today, make it this one. Then share it to spread the word. Send it to your MP/MSP. We need change and we need it now. Autistic people have shared their lived experiences of the Autism assessment and diagnosis process, and it desperately needs to improve.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Happy Autistic Pride day to all. We hope you all get time to do something you love today and if you’re in Edinburgh why not take a selfie of yourself with the Autistic Pride Day flag outside St Andrews House and tag us in! This is the 20th year of Autistic Pride: a time to reject shame and celebrate
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The BMJ @bmj.com · 11/06/2025
"Children have an inherent need to play and will seek opportunities to do so even in the harshest environments." Play has therapeutic power in healthcare and humanitarian settings, write Johanna Thomson and Sophie Janet of @msf.ca #InternationalDayofPlay www.bmj.com/content/389/...
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Kabie @kabie.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
Read more about Joseph and why he is supporting ARGH here: www.inverness-courier.co.uk/news/english...
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Englishman taking on West Highland Way fundraiser for Highland autism charity
It will be part of a personal challenge to walk to all four cardinal extremes on the United Kingdom mainland.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. Joseph is walking the West Highland way for ARGH. Thank you Joseph. For more info and to donate see here: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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Help raise £500 to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH) – JustGiving Crowdfunding
Iʼm raising money to support Autism Rights Group Highland (ARGH). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Joseph is walking The West Highland Way this summer to raise money for ARGH, please share and donate if you can. Thank you! www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...
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empoweredscotland.bsky.social @empoweredscotland.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
This looks fab please reshare and read.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
We still have spaces left for this - come along to meet other autistic people and join in the fun
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Join ARGH & @amase.org.uk for a free online Access Rider workshop led by Joan McDonald ​In this workshop, we'll work together to develop our own Access Riders. You can tailor yours to suit any environment—work, educational settings, home, healthcare providers, or even social spaces. lu.ma/lnkq3r5y
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Creating Your Access Rider: A Workshop for Neurodivergent Empowerment · Zoom · Luma
Join ARGH and AMASE for a free online Access Rider workshop When you're neurodivergent, many places can feel inaccessible because our particular needs often…
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Kabie @kabie.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Everyone is at it - it’s just so Infuriating. PIP is not an out of work benefit - BBC radio 4 getting it wrong again just now. Ppl just repeat the lie because it suits them. PIP is not an out of work benefit - how many times do we have to say this!
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Join us and @amase.org.uk for a free online collage workshop ‘Virtual Connections: a Virtual Abstract Collage Making Adventure’ April 26th 3pm all ages and abilities welcome. See here for more info and to book: arghighland.co.uk/join-us-for-...
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Join Us for “Colourful Connections: A Virtual Abstract Collage-Making Adventure” – ARGH
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SJ Groenewegen @sjgroenewegen.co.uk · 08/03/2025
It’s International Women’s Day today.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
This is a hard listen but sadly reality for too many. The woman held in a mental health hospital for 45 years – when she wasn't mentally ill www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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File on 4 Investigates - Locked up: Woman held in mental health facility for 45 years - BBC Sounds
The woman held in a mental health hospital for 45 years – when she wasn't mentally ill.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
If you are in an area in Scotland not already mentioned in the letter / articles included on our website and have found that your local autism assessment service is being reduced / closed please let us know. arghighland.co.uk/joint-open-l...
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Joint open letter to Minister Maree Todd – ARGH
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ICARS - International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion @againstrestraint.com · 27/02/2025
We are absolutely thrilled! A huge thank you to Lives In The Balance for answering our call to action, and to all the dedicated advocates, parents, and members of the SEA Committee who worked tirelessly to make this a reality. This shows that collective advocacy can change lives #AgainstRestraint
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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.” A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.
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Graeme T-G @graeme.thomson-gold.com · 21/02/2025
This is a threat to everyone’s security and privacy and the fact it’s the UK hiding what they are doing should scare everyone. Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row
Customers' photos and documents stored online will no longer be protected by end-to-end encryption.
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
The closure of the Aberdeenshire Autism and ADHD Assessment pathways is shocking and unacceptable - this will cause harm. Please read and sign / share petition Link to the petition www.change.org/p/save-the-n...
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Sign the Petition
Save the NHS Grampian Autism and ADHD Assessment pathways
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AUTSCAPE @autscape.org · 18/01/2025
Announcing #OnlineAutscape2025 “More Autistic Joy”: Fri 7th – Sun 9th February 2025, Zoom + Discord Featuring a performance by the great autistic stand-up poet Kate Fox, a presentation on “The joy of autistic parenting”, and much more! Schedule and registration: www.autscape.org/2025/registr...
[Autscape logo: orange and black swirls]

Online Autscape 2025.
Theme: More Autistic Joy.
Friday the 7th to Sunday the 9th of February.
On Zoom and Discord.

[Image of Autscape 2024 presenter Joanna Ławicka, a dark-haired woman, wearing a white shirt and black trousers, speaking into a microphone, next to a flip chart full of Post-It notes]

[Image of nine Autscape 2024 participants in the park, standing near-ish each other but somewhat scattered about, apparently in conversation]

Autistic-friendly.
Presentations.
Music.
Comedy.
Lightning talks.
Activities.
Discussions.

Website: www.autscape.org
E-mail: info@autscape.org
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ARGH Scotland (formerly Autism Rights Group Highland) @arghscotland.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Spectrum 10k cancelled, well done all! www.autismresearchcentre.com/projects/spe...
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Spectrum 10K - Autism Research Centre
Statement from the Spectrum 10K research team, 30th January 2025 Today we are publishing the Spectrum 10K consultation report and announcing the next steps for the project. We know this announcement h...
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aslynn is just a ghoul 👻 @aslynnromano.com · 17/11/2024
The condition that prompts the diagnosis exists prior to the diagnosis. This is true of every single diagnosis; medical and psychiatric. I don't know what else to tell you.
picture of Lisa Simpson giving a presentation on a stage. she appears annoyed. On the board behind her, black text on a white background, "UNDIAGNOSED AUTISM IS STILL AUTISM"
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Kirsti Miller @kirstimiller30.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Australian FAMILY COURT rejects the CASS report. Justice Tree pointed to the Cass Review's “deficiencies, blind spots and limitations” and to “an overt political imperative” behind it. He gave it “little weight” in his decision. @indiawilloughby.bsky.social @erininthemorning.com
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National Autistic Taskforce (NAT) @nat-taskforce.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLI718/r... 2 year NIHR-funded project recruiting now. It aims to develop a usable, accessible, evidence-informed implementation framework for the National Autistic Taskforce’s Independent Guide to Quality Care for Autistic People.
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Research Fellow (Grade 7) 1.0FTE, fixed term for 24 months at University of Sussex
An opportunity for an academic position as a Research Fellow (Grade 7) 1.0FTE, fixed term for 24 months is available, as advertised on jobs.ac.uk. Apply now and explore other academic job openings.
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Foysol Choudhury MBE @foysolchoudhury.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
🌧️ Remember to be flood aware! 🌧️ Scots can sign up for a free flood warning if there is a danger of local flooding: buff.ly/3W7s7jw Consider installing defences: ☑️ Flood barriers ☑️ Airbrick covers ☑️ Raised outlets For more 👉 buff.ly/3PmapVQ #FloodAlerts
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Flooding | Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
SEPA is Scotland's national flood forecasting, flood warning and strategic flood risk management authority. We are responsible for and contribute to a range of flooding work.
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Dr Becky Wood @thewoodbug.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
On ➡️ 15th January at 12pm ⬅️ I will be giving an online lecture on researching disability. Free to attend for anyone interested - you just need to register www.gla.ac.uk/schools/educ... Aimed at Masters/PhD students/early career researchers & anyone interested in the subject. 1/2
Poster advertising online lecture on Researching Disability by Dr Rebecca Wood at the University of Glasgow. The lecture is as 12pm on 15th January.
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Kabie @kabie.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
2025 feels a bit scary but there is hope. We must always have hope.
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