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The double-discrimination black autistic children face in education
Awareness
4 May 2023
In our latest blog, Suzy Rowland, an author, speaker, and parent to an autistic child, discusses the double discrimination black autistic children face in education.
Being autistic with a co-occurring conditions
Awareness
21 June 2022
In our latest blog, Hannah, a member of the Ambitious Youth Network, talks about being diagnosed with autism alongside a mental health issue.
What does autism mean to me?
Awareness
28 March 2022
In our latest blog, Youth Network member Etta, discusses what autism means to her and how to change the way society sees autistic people.
Achieving your goals on the spectrum
Awareness
27 January 2022
In our latest blog, autistic film and TV student and writer Caitlin shares her advice to other young people on achieving personal goals – no matter how big or small!
Me and my autistic brother
Awareness
22 November 2021
Joss tells us his story of growing up with his younger brother Adam who was diagnosed with autism at a young age.
My journey of discovery
Awareness
14 October 2021
Saffron spent many years struggling with her identity, but Ambitious about Autism has helped her feel positive about the future.
Navigating school as an autistic young person
Awareness
14 October 2021
Emily explains why more work needs to be done to raise awareness about autism in schools. Read more.
Falling through the gaps
Awareness
14 October 2021
Alice shares how going to a specialist school and being around other autistic people has helped her understand and belong. Read more.
I want to understand myself
Awareness
14 October 2021
Ambitious Youth Council member Aishah explains how only by doing her own research did she realise she was autistic. Read more.
Living and learning with autism
Awareness
14 October 2021
Youth Patron, Aiden shares the challenges he has faced growing up. Read more.
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