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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 14h

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! Inside, we have news of a couple of our projects that are open for referrals, our regular groups and other activities for autistic adults in #Leeds. Read it in full at mailchi.mp/9e29a98d676f...

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 14h

@forumcentral.bsky.social #SelfCare Exchange is back for this year! Taking place at Kirkgate Market in #Leeds, the event will explore the role of connection and communication in relationships, health and wellbeing.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

On our website, we have links to a wide range of local services for autistic adults in #Leeds! In our Support in Leeds section, there is useful information on areas including diagnosis, housing, health and employment. Read it by scanning the QR code or going to leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/su...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

In a reel to mark @advonetuk.bsky.social's Silver Anniversary, our Service Manager Eloise reflects on what it was like when she first started! #AdvonetIs25

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Our Wellbeing Project provides short-term one-to-one peer support for autistic adults living in Leeds. It can help you with exploring neurodivergent identity and developing practical strategies for managing any distress and burnout. Read more about it at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2026/08/11/i...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

In two weeks' time, Leeds Sanctuary's Sip and Social - Creative Storytelling Edition group is taking place! It's on at Scope in #Leeds and for disabled people. More information is available at www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/events/sip-a...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

For next month's Mental Health #PeerSupport Group, we will be talking about #autistic burnout. We have made a free guide to this topic, written by and for autistic adults. To read the guide, please scan the QR code or visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/au...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Our October autistic-led Groups timetable is out now! All groups are running as normal next month and are free to attend. The groups are for autistic adults living in #Leeds. Find out more about them at leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Poster titled “Our Autistic-Led Groups Timetable: October 2026” from The Advonet Group and Leeds Autism AIM. A timetable lists four autistic-led support groups for autistic adults in the Leeds area.

Columns: Group name, Where?, Date, Time.

Events:

Mental Health Peer Support Group, in person, Thursday 1st October, 6pm to 7pm.
Women-Aligned Group, online, Tuesday 13th October, 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Mental Health Peer Support Group, online, Thursday 15th October, 6pm to 7pm.
Peer Support Group, online, Monday 19th October, 6pm to 7pm.

Each row includes a corresponding icon, such as a mental health symbol, a group of people, or peer support figures. At the bottom, a QR code appears beside the text: “Our autistic-led peer groups are for autistic adults living in the Leeds area and free to join. For more info, please scan the QR code or visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services/autistic-led-groups”. The design uses purple headers, alternating light purple and white rows, and black text on a cream background.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

There are still a few days left to apply for our Peer Development Worker #JobVacancy! In this role, you will be offering one-to-one peer support and co-facilitating peer groups in #Leeds. To apply, please go to advonet.org.uk/2026/09/10/j... #HiringNow #LeedsJobs #CharityJobs

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Job Vacancy: Autism AIM Peer Development Worker - The Advonet Group

Our Autism AIM team are hiring a Peer Development Worker! The role involves supporting autistic adults in Leeds, Bradford and Craven.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

There is an opportunity to join an advisory group for autistic adults, focusing on the Mental Health Act Code of Practice. The group's aim is to help improve mental health care. Find out more about how to take part here: thepsc.co.uk/page/mental-...

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Mental Health Act Code of Practice Lived Experience Advisory Groups - People with a Learning Disability and Autistic People - The PSC

Take part to share your views and experiences - to help improve mental health care in England

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Later this autumn, @sallysjbrown.bsky.social is running free taster #yoga sessions for adults who are autistic and/or have ADHD! The sessions are on Thursday 12th November from 1pm-2pm and Friday 13th November from 7pm-8pm at Om Yoga Works in Farsley.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Could your #volunteering opportunities be unintentionally excluding autistic people? From application forms and interviews to communisation, sensory environments and onboarding, seemingly small barriers can make volunteering inaccessible.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

At tomorrow's Autism Hub session, we will be serving hot soup with bread, as well as providing tea, coffee and squash for visitors. We're open as usual from 4pm to 7pm for autistic adults living in #Leeds.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Our next drop-in Autism Hub session in #Leeds takes place on Tuesday 22nd September, open from the usual times of 4pm-7pm. It is for autistic adults in the Leeds area. Please scan the QR code to learn more about the Hub.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The latest episode of @touchstonesupport.bsky.social's Being Men podcast talks about #neurodivergence. Five local men talk about what it's like to be neurodivergent, sharing experiences of conditions including autism and dyslexia and ADHD. To listen, please go to open.spotify.com/episode/05EP...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You might think your volunteering opportunities are accessible. But are they? Accessibility isn't just about saying everyone is welcome. The recruitment process, communication, onboarding, environment, expectations and support can all create barriers without realising it.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Our free #SelfAdvocacy resources are available in four different community languages - Arabic, Polish, Tigrinya and Urdu. To see them, please go to advonet.org.uk/resources/tr...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

@peopleinaction.bsky.social have a free group for LGBTQIA+ adults who are autistic and/or have a learning disability! Out in Leeds meets on Tuesday evenings in the City Centre. If you would like to join, please email danielle.martin@peopleinaction.org.uk or call/text/WhatsApp 07393 015 003

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We have a series of strategy guides on our website, written by and for #ActuallyAutistic. They cover areas including health, travel, work and communication. To see them, please scan the QR code or visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/se...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

There are just a few days left to apply for our Deputy Manager #JobVacancy! As part of our leadership team, you'll be overseeing some of project work, covering Leeds, Bradford and Craven. To apply, please visit advonet.org.uk/2026/07/09/j... #CharityJobs #HiringNow #LeedsJobs

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Our Autism AIM team is looking for a new Peer Development Worker to join them! This part-time #JobVacancy involves providing one-to-one peer support and co-delivering training. To apply, please go to advonet.org.uk/2026/09/10/j... #HiringNow #LeedsJobs #BradfordJobs

Recruitment poster from The Advonet Group advertising an Autism AIM Peer Development Worker role. The poster includes a staff photo beside an Autism AIM information banner and lists key details: 18.5 hours per week, 12-month fixed-term contract, hybrid working including the Leeds office, with an application deadline of Wednesday 30 September at 12 noon and interviews on Wednesday 7 October. A QR code and web address are provided for further information and applications.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

There is a consultation about changes to the accessible toilets at St Aidan's Nature Park in #Leeds. If you would like to share your thoughts, please scan the QR code to take part.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We are running an online focus group with @westyorkshireca.bsky.social on Monday 21st July! It is about making their engagement on areas such as transport more accessible for autistic adults. If you would like to join, please scan the QR code to book a place or email aimenquiries@advonet.org.uk.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The food menu for tomorrow's drop-in Autism Hub in #Leeds is out now! There will be gluten-free and vegan options available. We will be open from 4pm-7pm at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

September's Drop-In #Autism Hub sessions in Leeds are on Tuesday 8th and Tuesday 22nd! Both are open at the usual times of 4pm-7pm. We are at the Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, #LS7. The Hub is for autistic adults living in the Leeds area.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Our Wellbeing Project offers short-term, one-to-one peer support for autistic adults living in #Leeds. It is a free service, where we can help with exploring your neurodivergent identity and developing strategies for managing distress and burnout. Read more at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2026/08/11/i...

Flyer from Leeds Autism AIM and The Advonet Group promoting the Wellbeing Project, which provides short-term one-to-one peer support for autistic adults.

The flyer states that support is available from a trained autistic peer worker for adults who strongly identify as autistic or AuDHD (autism and ADHD) and who are experiencing distress, overwhelm, burnout, loneliness or suicidal thoughts.

A second information panel explains that the service can help people explore neurodivergent identity, develop practical strategies for managing distress and burnout, understand the relationship between autism, ADHD and mental health, explore what to expect from a diagnosis, and build personalised safety and protective plans.

A section with icons of people, a laptop and a telephone explains that support can be accessed remotely online, by telephone or in person.

At the bottom, a QR code accompanies referral information. The flyer states that a referral is required to access the service and directs people to leedsautismaim.org.uk/contact/make-a-referral. Contact details are provided: aimenquiries@advonet.org.uk and 0113 244 0606. A footer notes that Leeds Autism AIM is part of The Advonet Group, a Leeds-based independent advocacy charity.

The design uses a light grey background with purple headings and panels, black text, and Leeds Autism AIM and The Advonet Group logos at the top.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Next month, Leeds Sanctuary will be running their Sip and Social Group for disabled people in our part of the world. Sip and Social will be an afternoon of creative storytelling activities. It's on Wednesday 14th October from 2pm to 4pm at Scope in #Leeds.

Flyer titled “Sip and Social: Storytelling Edition” on a light beige background. The event is described as an afternoon of creative storytelling activities, open to anyone who identifies as having a disability.

Event details:

Date: 14 October
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Scope, 3 Brewery Wharf, Dock Street, Leeds, LS10 1JF

The flyer includes the text: “Gather for an afternoon of creative story-telling activities, open to anyone who identifies as having a disability.” It also directs people to www.leedssanctuary.org.uk/events for more information.

Decorative illustrations include a stack of books, a pot of pencils, a ball of yarn with knitting needles, and a group of people gathered around a table engaged in a creative activity.

Logos for Scope, Being You Leeds, and Leeds Sanctuary appear along the bottom of the flyer. The design uses black and dark orange text with colourful illustrations on a neutral background.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! We have updates on our Wellbeing Project, info on a focus group we're running and details of a job vacancy within our team. Read all that and more at mailchi.mp/78c7be5ff9de...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The @touchstonesupport.bsky.social team have written a report on their research into inclusive crisis alternatives for neurodivergent people. It has recommendations based on feedback from autistic people living in West Yorkshire. To read it, please visit touchstonesupport.org.uk/new-research...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The Leeds Autism Reference Group will meet next Tuesday from 4:30pm-6pm on Microsoft Teams. It is a forum for autistic adults to share their thoughts on what services should do for them. If you would like to attend, please email Phil at Philip.Chan@leeds.gov.uk for an invite.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

For next month's Mental Health-focused #PeerSupport groups, we will discuss sleep and mental health. For that, we made a free guide which covers topics such as sleep hygiene. To read it, please scan the QR code or go to leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/au..., where you can find our other guides.

Promotional graphic titled “Autism, Sleep and Mental Health” in purple text on a light grey background. The main image shows a brown and white dog lying in bed under a striped duvet, cuddling a white teddy bear. A purple banner across the bottom contains a QR code and text explaining that there is a free guide, written by and for autistic adults, about sleep and mental health, including sleep hygiene and barriers to sleep. The text encourages viewers to scan the QR code to access the guide. The Leeds Autism AIM and The Advonet Group logos are displayed on the right-hand side of the banner. The design uses white and purple branding throughout.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Our September autistic-led groups timetable is out now! Please note that we are unable to run our Women-Aligned Group due to lack of staff availability. It will be back as normal for October. Read more about the groups and how to join here: leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Poster from The Advonet Group and Leeds Autism AIM titled “Our Autistic-Led Groups: Timetable September 2026.” A table lists three support groups for autistic adults in the Leeds area: Mental Health Peer Support Group (in person) on Thursday 3 September 2026, 6pm to 7pm; Mental Health Peer Support Group (online) on Thursday 17 September 2026, 6pm to 7pm; and Peer Support Group (online) on Monday 21 September 2026, 6pm to 7pm. A notice states that the Women-Aligned Group will not run in September due to staff availability and will return in October 2026. At the bottom, a QR code and web address, leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services/autistic-led-groups, provide more information. The poster notes that autistic-led peer groups are free to join for autistic adults living in the Leeds area.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

At tomorrow's Drop-In Autism Hub in #Leeds, we're serving lentil dahl, rice and salad, alongside tomato soup, bread and refreshments. We're open as normal from 4pm-7pm at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, #LS7!

Leeds Autism AIM

Food at the drop-in Autism Hub on Tuesday

Lentil dahl, rice and salad (gluten free, vegan)

Cream of tomato soup (gluten free)

Brown & white bread and vegan spread

Biscuits (vegan and gluten-free options available)

Tea, Coffee and Squash - dairy-free milk available

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Our next Drop-In Autism Hub in #Leeds takes place on Tuesday 25th August! It's for autistic adults living in the Leeds area and open from 4pm-7pm as usual.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Infuze is a project looking for people living in #Leeds to share their views on how future transport can be better for their lives and communities. Find out more at in-fuze.org.uk

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

One of our free mental health guides is about Grief and Loss. It discusses the different types of grief and loss, as well as how they can be experienced and processed. To read this and our other guides, please click on the link in our bio and head to our Mental Health Resources page in the menu.

Our Free Guide to Grief and Loss

Autism AIM
The Advonet Group

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We are hiring a Deputy Manager to help lead our service! This #JobVacancy involves managing project work, supervising members of our staff and working across Leeds, Bradford and Craven. To apply, please visit advonet.org.uk/2026/07/09/j... #HiringNow #LeedsJobs #CharityJobs

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Next month, the @mayorofwy.bsky.social's Question Time is happening in #Leeds! It offers you a chance to ask her about areas such as housing, planning and transport in the county. The session is on Tuesday 22nd September from 6:30pm-8pm. Read more about it at www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/wymqt

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We are working with @westyorkshireca.bsky.social to help make their engagement more accessible for autistic people. Engagement is on areas such as transport. As part of that, there is a survey where you can share your views. To take it, please visit westyorks-ca.welcomesyourfeedback.net/s/frjkrk

Flyer from Autism AIM, The Advonet Group and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority promoting a survey for autistic adults. Large headline reads: “Help make engagement more accessible for autistic adults: Take our survey!” Images show a bus departure board and a street scene with a bus in West Yorkshire. The flyer explains that Autism AIM is working with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority to improve accessibility and engagement in services such as transport and employment for autistic adults. Readers are invited to complete an online survey and share their views. A QR code is provided to access the survey.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

We're excited to launch our new Wellbeing and Resilience Project! It offers short-term one-to-one #PeerSupport for autistic adults in #Leeds. We can help explore your neurodivergent identity and develop strategies for managing distress and burnout. Read more at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2026/08/11/i...

Poster from Leeds Autism AIM and The Advonet Group promoting the Wellbeing and Resilience Project, offering short-term one-to-one peer support for autistic adults.

The poster explains that trained autistic peer workers provide support for adults who identify as autistic or AuDHD, including people awaiting assessment or already diagnosed, who may be experiencing distress, overwhelm, burnout or loneliness. Support can help people explore neurodivergent identity, understand the relationship between autism, ADHD and mental health, develop strategies for managing distress and burnout, prepare for diagnosis, and create personalised safety and protective plans.

Support is available remotely online, by phone or in person. The poster includes a QR code, referral information, the website leedsautismaim.org.uk/contact/make-a-referral, email aimenquiries@advonet.org.uk, and telephone number 0113 244 0606. The design uses a purple and white colour scheme with icons representing in-person, online and telephone support.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Today, we say farewell to our Peer Development Worker Gill, who leaves us after eight years. She has done a lot for AIM in that time, including co-facilitating our Women-Aligned Group and providing one-to-one peer and post-diagnostic support! We wish her all the best for the future.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

At this afternoon's Drop-In Autism Hub in #Leeds, we will be serving lasagne, pasta bake and garlic bread, as well as offering the usual refreshments. We're open from 4pm-7pm as normal, at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown.

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Food at the drop-in Autism Hub on
Tuesday 11th August 2026

Vegan and Vegetarian Lasagne
A Gluten-Free Pasta Bake
Garlic Bread (vegan)
Salad (vegan and gluten-free)
Biscuits (gluten-free and vegan versions available)
Tea, Coffee and Squash - dairy-free milk available

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We have an in-person training session for charities in #Leeds who want to make volunteering more accessible for autistic people! It's on Tuesday 29th September from 10am-3:30pm at @advonetuk.bsky.social 's office and free to join! Read more at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2026/08/10/f... #VolunteerLeeds

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Due to a lack of staff available at that time, we are unable to run our Women-Aligned Group on Tuesday 8th September. August and October's groups will go ahead as planned, as will all our other in-person and online groups scheduled for next month. Many apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Due to a lack of staff available at that time, we will not be able to run our Women-Aligned Group on Tuesday 8th September. August and October's groups will go ahead as planned, as will all our other in-person and online groups scheduled for September.

Autism AIM

The Advonet Group

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

A researcher from @goldsmithsuol.bsky.social is looking for autistic women aged 18 and over to join a study on identity, culture and camouflaging. If you would like to take part, please go to goldpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

There is a survey from ourselves and @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social on your views about autistic involvement in local health services. Any feedback will help make it easier for autistic patients to be involved in the services they need. To take it, please go to forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Our newsletter for August is out now! Inside, there are details of a new project coming soon, some surveys and our one-to-one peer support service. Read it all at mailchi.mp/becfa2c263e8...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

This month, our in-person and online Mental Health-focused #PeerSupport Groups will be talking about autism and boundaries. For that, we have a free guide about this topic, made by and for autistic adults. To see it and all our other guides, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Our Guide to Autism and Boundaries

Autism AIM

The Advonet Group

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Our One-to-One Peer Support service for autistic adults in #Leeds is open for referrals! Working with a paid member of our team, we can help you to understand your autism and talk about a range of topics. Find out more at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2026/07/30/o...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

August's timetable of autistic-led peer groups is out now! They are for autistic adults living in #Leeds and free to attend. Find out more about them and how to join by scanning the QR code or visiting leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Poster from Leeds Autism AIM and The Advonet Group titled “Our Autistic-Led Groups Timetable: August 2026.” A table lists four free support groups for autistic adults living in the Leeds area.

Mental Health Peer Support Group (in person), Thursday 6 August, 6pm to 7pm
Women-Aligned Group (online), Tuesday 11 August, 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Peer Support Group (online), Monday 17 August, 6pm to 7pm
Mental Health Peer Support Group (online), Thursday 20 August, 6pm to 7pm

The poster states that all groups are autistic-led, free to join, and open to autistic adults in Leeds. A QR code and website link are provided for more information: leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services/autistic-led-groups. The design uses purple and cream colours with icons representing each group.

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