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We stand with #autistic children and young people so they can be themselves and realise their ambitions. We run services and campaign for change.

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For many autistic people, clothes are more than just clothes; they can help with sensory regulation, provide routine, acceptance and comfort. πŸ‘• We have launched our β€˜More Than Just Clothes’ pledge with Vanish to encourage greater understanding and support for the clothing needs
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@AmbitiousAutism
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Every day a child with autism is denied an education. Will you sign the pledge and put them back in the picture? #weneedaneducation
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It’s World Autism Day! Today we are calling for greater understanding and acceptance of all autistic people so they can be seen, heard and supported, and able to reach their full potential. #WAAD #MeMyAutismAndI
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We are absolutely thrilled to announce that TV presenter and MasterChef star @GreggAWallace has become our new ambassador! We were delighted to welcome Gregg and his wife Anna to TreeHouse School recently where they spent the day. Read more here:
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"We don’t have a culture of early diagnosis and support. We have a system that waits for children to fail. The impact is enormous." @JLasota01 tells @CommonsEd about support in the early years for autistic children
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Check out the wonderful new film from our #MyMyAutismAndI campaign with Vanish, which premiered on @Channel4 tonight, featuring 15-year-old Ash and her real-life family and friends. We'd love to know your thoughts in the comments below (1/ 2)
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Thank you Christine McGuinness and all the women who took part in #Unmaskingmyautism for sharing your journeys. Its so important to keep broadening understanding of autistic women and girls so more can find answers and avoid being mislabelled or misdiagnosed.
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"The system is stacked against autistic people and it starts in education" On @BBCBreakfast , our Director @danaeleaman explains why autistic people struggle to enter the workplace. She says the solution is to listen to autistic people like @MLofthousePJ and support their needs.
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It's great to see #TheAWord trending for #autism awareness. Remember if you've met 1 person with autism you've met 1 person with autism.
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"High and low functioning are lazy terms for #autism . Because you can write a thesis doesn't mean you can make a cup of tea"
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#Autism does NOT need to be treated. #Autism does NOT need to be cured. Autistic people make wonderful contribution to society. #dispatches
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#everychild has the right to a full education. Children and young people with autism are being denied this right.
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Thank you @mrdanwalker , @louiseminchin and everyone at @BBCBreakfast for having our Youth Patrons @SamAhern3 and @mindtheflap on this morning to talk about #AreYouAutistic . Weren't they brilliant!
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We are really proud to share the new film from our #MeMyAutismAndI campaign about Ash and her family. We want to inspire conversation so that all autistic young people are seen, heard, and supported. #WAAM2023
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Join our campaign and stop autistic children and young people being #WrittenOff by an education system that doesn’t meet their needs. Sign our petition:
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In case you haven't seen it already, here is the official #KnowYourNormal film - I think it's fantastic! ^JW
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@romankemp Hi Roman, we are a charity that stands alongside autistic children and young people to champion their rights, create opportunities and help them be themselves.
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Children with #autism DO NOT need a #cure . Diversity is not bad. They need support & opportunities 2 learn, thrive and achieve #dispatches
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Today, like every day, we are standing with autistic children and young people and calling for greater autism acceptance everywhere. #AutismAcceptanceWeek
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Huge thanks to our young ambassador Rebecca for so brilliantly highlighting her experiences. Every young person should be able to feel OK at school. @danaeleaman #AutisticandOK
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As many as 29,000 autistic school children in London are now suffering with poor mental health, according to charity Ambitious about Autism. @JessicaMCUre | | #politicslondon
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Every child deserves the right to education but @autism Leah's twin boys struggled to get the support they needed at school @BBCBreakfast #weneedaneducation
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β€˜We have so much to say please hear us’ Thank you Murray and Flo for sharing your stories and ensuring the different experiences of autistic people are heard. Very insightful and important viewing. #InsideOurAutisticMinds @BBCTwo @ChrisGPackham
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BBC Two - Inside Our Autistic Minds, Murray's Film

Murray explores his life as a non-speaking autistic person

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Find out how it all began for @SamAhern3 and @mindtheflap , the stars of the new @Channel4 documentary #AreYouAutistic in this brand new interview for #autismawarenessweek . Remember to tune in tomorrow 28 March at 10pm! …
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This April our Youth Patrons are calling on everybody to #IncludeAutism for #WorldAutismAwarnenessMonth . Each week we’ll be sharing their advice on small changes that can make a big difference to autistic young people. Please retweet with your own tips to #includeautism #WAAM
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We're giving away two SIGNED copies of @david_mitchell 's new book #FallDown7TimesGetUp8 . Just retweet this photo for a chance to #win !
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From today you can download our free #RightFromTheStart toolkit, our new guide to autism in the early years. It’s packed with information, practical tips and checklists for parents of children aged 0-5 to support you at every step of your families’ journey
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It’s World Autism Acceptance Week! Autistic young people want to be accepted by society, which is why this year we are focusing on autism acceptance. This week autistic young people will be busting some common myths about autism and sharing facts! #WAAW
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Today we launch our new strategy, #TimeforAmbition . The pandemic, and an ongoing lack of understanding of autism means the next three years are critical. That's why we're standing with autistic children and young people. Will you? #TimeforAmbition
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Here are our amazing youth patrons who are front and centre and made sure #actuallyautistic young people's voices and views were heard. Cannot wait for you all to see the documentary on 28th! #areyouautistic @Channel4
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Happy #AutisticPrideDay everyone! Today we celebrate #neurodiversity and recognise the strengths and potential of people with #autism .
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Our CEO @JLasota01 with the amazing Christine McGuinness. Fantastic to host a great and important conversation about autistic girls, late diagnosis and the importance of acceptance and support #MeMyAutismAndI
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The secret is out! Our youth patrons will be starring in @Channel4 's new documentary 'Are You Autistic' with @sbaroncohen airing on 28 March at 10pm for #WAAM18 to raise awareness of #autism . Don't miss it!
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Today we’re launching our brand new Include Autism toolkit - developed by our youth patrons to help more autistic young people access youth groups. Download the toolkit and read our top tips:
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Autistic girls are three times less likely to be diagnosed as autistic than boys. We need to keep building understanding and breaking down barriers so all autistic girls can be seen, heard, and supported. Find out more: #MeMyAutismAndI #WAAM2023
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Most autistic young people want to work but face stigma, rejection and a lack of opportunity in the current job market. This important review from Sir Robert Buckland has shone a light on these challenges and we’re pleased to see its focus on solutions.
Autistic people held back by job interview questions - report

Unfair hiring practices and outdated attitudes are among barriers autistic people face, a review says.

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The SEND system is broken. Every day autistic young people face exclusion, lack of support, understanding and pressure to reach unrealistic attainment targets. It’s time for change. Join our campaign:
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Wishing all autistic people a very happy Autistic Pride Day, from all of us at Ambitious about Autism. #AutisticPrideDay #actuallyautistic
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Today we launch guide for families on illegal #exclusions . When will we learn to stop this practice? #everychild
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"Women on the spectrum often don't present in the way that men do...they often fly under the radar...there isn't enough research on women on the autism" #AreYouAutistic #boysclub
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Autistic people are not failed versions of β€œnormal.” They’re different, not less via @TEDTalks
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Thank you @PaddyMcGuinness and Christine for sharing your journey with such raw honesty. So many parents will share your emotions and worries for the future but ultimately its your love and pride for your wonderful children that shines through.
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I’m nervous yet full of pride. After 4 years of planning and sleepless nights our Documentary β€˜Our Family and Autism’ airs tonight at 9pm on @BBCOne I really hope it helps folk understand Autism a little better, along with all it’s highs and lows. #ourfamily #ourfamilyandautism
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Exclusions of autistic pupils have risen by nearly 60% in five years the system favours exclusion over inclusion. Children are being denied an education simply because they’re autistic. It’s time for real accountability and enforcement #WeNeedAnEducation #OfstedAR18 @Ofstednews
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It’s World Autism Acceptance Day! This week, we’ll be focusing on the small changes that can make a big difference to the lives of autistic people. Remember, a change in attitude towards autism costs nothing! Reply to this post with the changes you want to see. #WAAW24
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We're supporting @Autism ’s first-week long nationwide #AutismHour on 2 October! Sign-up for updates here #AutismTMI
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Everyone is entitled to lead fulfilling, happy and rewarding life & this includes young people with autism & complex needs #underlockandkey
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#Autism and bullying is the topic of our online Q&A tomorrow at 12-1pm. Ask campaigner @Kevin_Healey your questions: http://t.co/8Bp1jAyjsy
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The free exhibition, β€œMe, My Autism & I” opens today at gallery @oxo on the Southbank in London! This accessible event showcases the stories of 12 young autistic girls and the clothing items that help make the world more comfortable. #MeMyAutismAndI
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What did u think of #EmployableMe ? We think every1 w/ #autism deserves a chance @ a job. Sign up here: if u agree!
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It’s World Autism Awareness Week! Find out from autistic young people what it’s really like being autistic and use our resources to raise awareness where you are:
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How will autistic children and young people be supported to study maths up to 18? We need to broaden the narrow definition of success in education and value young people whose achievements are not textbook. #RishiSunak #WrittenOff
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We are hugely excited to announce the launch of the Ambitious Youth Network, the UK’s first online platform for autistic young people! The network will offer autistic people aged 16 to 25 a safe and moderated online space. Find out more: (Tweet 1 of 2)
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It’s World Autism Acceptance Week 2023! Today we launch our new Me, My Autism & I campaign with Vanish to help autistic girls be seen, heard, and supported. Find out more: #MeMyAutismAndI #WAAW2023
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We've partnered with @UKCivilService to offer a three week work experience opportunity at their offices for young people with #autism aged 16 - 25. Click the link for more information
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Why having #autism doesn't stop you from achieving
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Today is #AutisticPrideDay , a day for autistic people to celebrate their pride in their identity. We encourage autistic people everywhere to show their pride as we push for greater acceptance of autistic differences across society.
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Ahead of tomorrow's release of @Channel4 documentary #AreYouAutistic , Sam, Georgia and Jack tell all about their starring role. Read it here
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Introducing β€œThe world has turned upside down”. A new story by Kes Gray to support families affected by autism in lockdown. Read the full, beautifully illustrated story on our website. Download #TheWorldHasTurnedUpsideDown for free: #autism
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Today we’ve launched new resources to help young people make sense of their autism diagnosis. Check out new videos and blogs from our Youth Network to find relatable advice about what it means to be autistic. #Autism #Diagnosis #Resources #Autistic
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Heart-breaking to hear Lily’s story- mum told she was β€œuneducatable” and says for some home schooling β€œisn’t a choice”. All Lily wants is a β€˜good education’. Something we hear so often from autistic young people and their families #WeNeedAnEducation #despatches @C4Dispatches
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Fantastic afternoon with the brilliant @anne_hegerty talking all things #Autism for our December podcast! #teamambitious
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Lily, an autistic youth adviser, spoke about the lack of support she received during secondary school, on @SkyNews . Download the #AutisticandOK toolkit today:
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Autistic and OK | Ambitious about Autism

Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for autistic children and young people. We stand with autistic children, young people and their families to champion rights, campaign for change and...

www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
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"It [autism] has affected a lot of my secondary school experience. At my old school, I didn't get the right support for it." Autistic youth adviser, Lily Ashby shares her experience with autism and how it has affected her attendance at school. πŸ“ΊSky 501
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"I just know who I am now" @mrshoskin on her Aspergers diagnosis #AreYouAutistic #autismgang
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Did you see the new film from our #MeMyAutismAndI campaign about Ash and her family on @Channel4 last night? Tell us what you think πŸ‘‡
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A massive congratulations to all our Youth Patrons on @Channel4 's #AreYouAutistic tonight and thanks to everyone who tuned in!
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Thank you @PaulaMc007 for calling to extend mandatory autism training to school staff We back this too. Autistic children are twice as likely to be excluded from school. Without better understanding they'll continue to be #WrittenOff Sign the petition πŸ–‹οΈ
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Petition: Require education staff to be trained on learning disabilities and autism

Every neurodivergent student should be able to get the education they need. Many neurodivergent students are being failed and denied the most basic support, or adjustments at school.

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Asda Introduces Visual Shopping List for Children on the #Autism Spectrum
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Supermarket Introduces Visual Shopping List for Children on the Autism Spectrum

Asda launched a shopping list game for children on the spectrum after an employee, who has a son on the spectrum, came up with the idea.

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A landmark legal judgement today could be a huge step forward in bringing down the number of children with autism unfairly excluded from school – well done @NAScampaigns and @SteveBroach for all their work on the case #WeNeedAnEducation
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Very disappointing from @thetimes . SEND children are not to blame for the crisis in education funding - the Government is. These vulnerable pupils have a legal right to extra support – yet we know many struggle to get the help they need. #WeNeedAnEducation
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Don’t forget to check out the free exhibition, β€œMe, My Autism & I” at gallery @oxo on London Southbank! This accessible event showcases the stories of 12 young autistic girls and the clothing items that help make the world more comfortable. #MeMyAutismAndI
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Remember to tune in to @Channel4 at 10pm tonight to watch #AreYouAutistic and see the result of all our youth patrons' hard work! #autismawarenessweek
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The A Word is back on @BBCOne tonight at 9pm. Will you be tuning in? #theaword #autism
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Understanding yourself is really important. Autistic people who cannot find the answers to why they experience the world differently can end up in crisis. Find out more in our #MeMyAutismAndI campaign: #WAAM2023
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Autistic girls are three times less likely to be diagnosed as autistic than boys. We need to keep building understanding and breaking down barriers so all autistic girls can be seen, heard, and supported. Find out more: #MeMyAutismAndI #WAAM2023
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Pupils at @RiseSchoolUK enjoying their new sensory room all thanks to the generosity of the Heathrow Community Fund #thankyou
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Rhetoric implying disabled people don't want to work is unhelpful. 71% of autistic young people want to work but less than a third of adults are employed. We must create a bridge from education to work for those who can and want to work. #AutumnStatement
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Hunt’s Autumn Budget could see benefits cut by thousands unless people work from home

Hundreds of thousands with serious mobility and mental health issues told to β€˜make work pay’ from home, as chancellor admits more work to be done on the economy but claims tax cut plans show Tories...

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We've got 10 copies of @jemlester 's heartwarming novel #shtum to give away. Like or RT this post for your chance to #win .
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We must address the crisis in children’s mental health services and lack of appropriate support for autistic young people. We desperately need the government to reduce waiting times and offer more immediate forms of support (1/3)
Autistic teenager was stuck on general hospital ward for months

Experts say it was the wrong place for the 16-year-old, but she had nowhere else to go.

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@MetroUK @MetroUK Thank you for sharing this story but please try harder around your language on autism. Autism is part of someone's identity and not a disease that people 'suffer' from. Read our advice on how to talk about autism here.
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How to talk about autism | Ambitious about Autism

Autistic people describe themselves and autism in different ways, so it is always best to ask the individual themselves what their preference is. Some people may not have the ability to communicate...

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Thank you to guests that joined us at the House of Lords last night in support of young autistic people in transition from education to employment, with support from @CreditSuisse @GoldmanSachs and others. A special thanks to wonderful guest speakers @AmyAspie and @nadhimzahawi .
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@AmbitiousAutism
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BBC News - Sesame Street welcomes Julia, a muppet with #autism
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Sesame Street welcomes Julia, a muppet with autism

The popular children's TV show plans to introduce Julia - a little girl with autism - in April.

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BBC News - Sesame Street theme park receives world's first #autism certification
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Sesame Street theme park receives world's first autism certification

The park in Philadelphia received the certification as part of National Autism Awareness Month.

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@AmbitiousAutism
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Everyone should be able to feel OK at school. But we know this isn’t the case for many autistic pupils. Our #AutisticandOK programme helps autistic pupils understand and look after their own mental health and wellbeing. Download the free toolkit today:
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Are you an #autistic young person and looking for an #internship in the public sector? If yes, why not apply to our amazing #AutismExchange three-week paid internship at @UKCivilService . You will be working in London or from home. Apply before 5 March 2021
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Inadequate and long delayed support in school, drawn out legal battles to access basic educational rights- new research by @Autism once again highlights an education system that is letting down autistic pupils and their families. Read the report and take actionπŸ‘‡
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3 years
The education system in England is simply not working for autistic children. We're calling on the Government to fix the system in its upcoming SEND review – read our report and sign the petition: #EducationReport
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Our Youth Patrons play a crucial role campaigning for better opportunities for autistic young people in education and work. We want to say a massive #thankyou for making your voices heard and helping other young people #GivingTuesday
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Today we’re hosting our first ever conference on how we can improve post-diagnosis support for autistic young people, featuring insights from a host of experts. We’ll be posting highlights here throughout the day. @CRAE_IOE @BallysFDN @woolwich_works
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3 years
When communicating with autistic people, it is very important that information is presented clearly in ways that are easy to understand. Check out our top tips for making sure this happens: #Autism #TopTips
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Congratulations @GretaThunberg You are a role model for a generation and have shown the world the positive power of special interests and perseverance – proving that when autistic young people raise their voice, they can truly change the world.
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. @GretaThunberg is TIME's 2019 Person of the Year #TIMEPOY
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Autism in women can often be overlooked, creating additional challenges for autistic women and girls as they navigate the world. This includes employment, where autistic people are less likely to gain jobs compared to their neurotypical peers. (1/2)
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8 years
Share if you believe children with #autism deserve better. When will we learn #everychild has the right to education?
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7 years
Ambitious College is officially open! @edwardtimpson #teamambitious
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6 years
There has been a 59% rise in exclusions of children with #autism compared to 4% overall. We want the @GOVUK review of school exclusions to find out why. Are you with us? #weneedaneducation
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2 years
We are deeply saddened at the news that HM Queen Elizabeth has passed away. Our thoughts are with her family and all those affected by grief at this time.
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"Just because you can't see a wheelchair, crutches, a walking stick, a sling or anything else that's totally visible, doesn't mean that a disability isn't there." What the parents of 'naughty boy' with #autism want you to know
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Parents of 'naughty boy' with autism need you to watch this

Haydn's parents are fed up with looks and remarks they get on buses around Plymouth

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3 years
What does it mean to be autistic? #Autismexplained #WAAW #autism #WAAW21 #actuallyautistic #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autistic #autismsupport #autismspectrum #actuallyautistic #differentnotless #neurodiversity #inclusion
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@AmbitiousAutism
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1 year
We're taking part in a new free exhibition #MeMyAutismAndI from Wednesday until 2 April at gallery @oxo . This accessible event showcases the stories of 12 young autistic girls and the clothing items that help make the world more comfortable. Find out more:
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3 years
On #childrensmentalhealthweek we’re publishing research showing the damaging impact of Coronavirus and lockdown on #autistic children and young people’s mental health. Read the full report here: #mentalhealth #supportautism #COVID19 #lockdown @Place2Be
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7 years
BBC TV Show 'Pablo' Features an All-Autistic Cast
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6 years
90% of Brits often follow the same routine...but that doesn't make you 'a little bit autistic' @mindtheflap #AreYouAutistic
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1 year
Read more opinion pieces from autistic young people and find out about our Youth Network which connects autistic young people with others. #MeMyAutismAndI #WAAM2023
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