For every pledge signature, Vanish will donate £10 to Ambitious about Autism up to a maximum of £50,000. This money will help support our work to create a world where autistic people are heard, included, and supported.
Sign the pledge
When you sign the pledge, you recognise that for many autistic people, clothes are more than JUST clothes. Just follow these four simple steps:
J - Leave JUDGEMENT out of the clothing choices of others.
U - Build UNDERSTANDING around autism and how clothes can impact life.
S - See clothes as SENSORY tools that can provide regulation.
T - Help everyone THRIVE by accommodating their clothing needs.
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I’ve signed the More Than Just Clothes pledge to recognise the clothing needs of autistic people, to help them thrive. Join me, sign up, and help spread the word! #MoreThanJustClothes. https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/vanish
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Over half of autistic pupils say school uniform makes school a daily challenge
1 in 3 autistic people decide not to apply for a job because of a mandatory uniform policy
46% of autistic people choose not to participate in games and sports where you have to wear a kit
40% of autistic people have decided to miss a social event because of the dress code
We can all help autistic people to thrive
Download our support packs to see how you can use JUST every day. With helpful tips and learning, and a downloadable poster.
Could you take this conversation into your school? Maybe you’re a parent, teacher, or school Governor who wants every child to thrive.
Is there a mandatory dress code or uniform in your workplace? Maybe you or your colleagues find it uncomfortable.
Are you part of a sports club? Whether player, staff member, or coach, you can help make the club more comfortable for autistic people.
Work in the creative and cultural sector? Maybe you work at a theatre, museum or club venue and want your events inclusive for guests.
Clothes are more than just clothes
For every pledge signature, Vanish will donate £10 to Ambitious about Autism up to a maximum of £50,000. This money will help support their work to create a world where autistic people are heard, included, and supported.
Clothes are more than just clothes, so keeping those special items looking and feeling the same for longer really matters. Discover more about how Vanish can provide the ultimate clothing care through laundry with our best ways to wash.
Watch last year’s film that blends drama and documentary to tell 15 year old Ash’s story.
Join the conversation
Understanding yourself, sharing your experiences and finding support is really important.
Join our networks to connect with other autistic young people or fellow parents and carers.
Online youth network
Young people are at the heart of everything we do. Through our Ambitious Youth Network, online peer support and project work, we bring autistic young people together to tackle isolation, understand their autistic identity and have their voices heard.
Online parent community
Being connected with others is vital. You need access to a safe place where you can speak with like-minded people about your parenting journey without judgement. So, if you need to talk, join Talk about Autism – the online community for parents and carers.
All statistics and quotes are from our amazing community.
Source: Ambitious about Autism and Vanish, 2024, sample size of 350 autistic people and their network.