This account is no longer in use. The UK's leading autism research and campaigning charity.
Joined October 2010
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17 Apr 2025
As the UK’s leading autism research charity, we are deeply concerned by the recent comments made by Robert F Kennedy Jr., President Trump, and the Republican Trump administration on autism.
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Dealing with this discourse at a time when we desperately need to work on building a better future for autistic people is not just frustrating; it is disturbing.
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17 Apr 2025
We are reluctant to respond to endless baseless claims around autism, but we also want to express our determination to fight for the right path for autistic people.
That path means focusing on what matters to autistic people and using research evidence.
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16 Apr 2025
Is your organisation ready to create a more neuroinclusive workplace?
The NDEI® can analyse your organisation’s strengths and identify areas for improvement, helping you revolutionise your hiring and support practices for neurodivergent people!
autistica.org.uk/get-involve…
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15 Apr 2025
Autistic people can be great communicators and deep listeners.
What’s tough? Small talk, vague language, or chats with no real substance.
Before assuming someone’s not keeping up, ask: is your story just... boring?
#IndividualsNotStereotypes #WAAM
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8 Apr 2025
TW: self-harm
We’re hoping to become a @GamesAid charity and we can only do it with your help.
If you work in the games industry or know someone who does, vote for us!
Help us build a more inclusive society where autistic people like Rain are supported: gamesaid.org/get-involved/be…
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8 Apr 2025
Small talk can be unbearable for some autistic people, but that doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy socialising with others.
Instead of small talk:
- ask me about my hobbies
- my thoughts on a topic
- my experiences
- or my special interests.
See us as individuals, not stereotypes.
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7 Apr 2025
Cheffing might not seem like an autism-friendly career, but for Margot, it’s been a lifeline. Cooking suits her autistic brain and helped her find her voice!
Margot is autistic. See her as an individual, not a stereotype: autistica.org.uk/get-involve…
#WAAM #IndividualsNotStereotypes
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4 Apr 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.
For #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth, we want you to see us as individuals, not stereotypes.
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3 Apr 2025
Have your say on the Autism Act 2009!
The House of Lords Committee is reviewing the impact of the Autism Act 2009 and the Autism Strategy.
This is a crucial opportunity to share your experiences and help shape future policy and support: committees.parliament.uk/com…
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2 Apr 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 #WAAM, see autistic people as individuals, not stereotypes: autistica.org.uk/get-involve…
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31 Mar 2025
We've challenged some of the biggest names in #FM24 to see how far they can take Luton in a single season!
For #WorldAutismAcceptanceMonth support your favourite content creator and donate to help build a more neuroinclusive society.
Watch on Twitch and donate here: tiltify.com/ world-autism-ac…
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31 Mar 2025
Our amazing sponsors have offered vouchers for our creators to giveaway! Watch along and donate to be in with a chance! @GAMBITGaming_UK @classicshirts @InsertCoinTees and footballshoponlineuk
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31 Mar 2025
We're so proud Bradley is our ambassador! Come and cheer him on with us! #TeamAutistica
31 Mar 2025
🗣️ "If a neurodivergent person says they are gonna do it… they are gonna do it!"
Actor #BradleyRiches is no stranger to the stage or screen... or a half marathon!
He's taking on @LLHalf again - this time, for @Autistica 👏
Find out more: just.ly/4iz8fit
#Heartstopper
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19 Mar 2025
Celebrating neurodiversity in the workplace starts with making sure neurodivergent people can actually get through the door.
#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek
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11 Mar 2025
Our CEO @jamscusack highlighted challenges and inequalities autistic people face under the Autism Act 2009 in the House of Lords.
He urged the Government to take steps in order to positively affect the outcomes of autistic people.
Watch in full: parliamentlive.tv/Event/Inde…
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10 Mar 2025
Today, our CEO, @jamcusack, is giving evidence at the House of Lords.
He’ll be answering questions put to him by the Autism Act 2009 Committee, which has been appointed to examine whether the Autism Act and the autism strategy are working, and to make recommendations about what the Government should do next.
You can watch it live today from 2.45 pm, James will be live from 3.45 pm:
committees.parliament.uk/eve…
As part of this process, the Committee will make recommendations for improvement to the Act, which the Government will then have to respond to.
ALT A picture of James Cusack with the following text: Live from the House of Lords: Are the Autism Act and autism strategy working to improve autistic people’s lives? Watch our CEO, James Cusack, give evidence at the Autism Act 2009 Committee. Monday 10 March, from 2.45pm.
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6 Mar 2025
Our CEO, @jamcusack, is currently at The Zero Project Conference 2025 at the United Nations in Vienna. He's there to talk about the Neurodiversity Employers Index (NDEI) and the work we're doing for autism employment.
To watch his fireside chat, check out the #ZeroCon25 website.
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