Online Youth Network
Join our growing online Ambitious Youth Network today. Through the network, you can share experiences, connect with others, have your say on Ambitious about Autism’s projects and access a range of opportunities to advocate and improve services for autistic young people.
Live feed
Members can access our live feed where we post information daily, from news and updates to job opportunities.
Our weekly posting schedule is as follows:
Monday: What’s on this week
Tuesday: Alternative opportunities
Thursday: Autism and disability news
Friday: Employment opportunities
Webinars
Each month we post a webinar. Our webinars are led by experts and specialists in their fields. Topics covered range from mental health, life skills, employment, education, finance and social issues.
Apply for opportunities
We provide opportunities to get involved in campaigns and projects that aim to increase public understanding and acceptance of autism, and make life better for autistic young people.
Organisations we have worked alongside in the past include The Postal Museum, Compare the Market, Marsh McLennan, NHS England and lots more.
Our opportunities are a great way to expand your knowledge and confidence and gain valuable experience.
Join a group (16+)
Our groups provide expertise and advice to different organisations. Each group requires its members to participate in sessions throughout the year. Some groups involve opportunities that are paid. Groups include:
Autism Education Trust: Young experts panel
Youth Council
Ambitious Youth Network Youth Advisors
Autistic and OK Youth Advisors
Testimonials
Read what other autistic young people have to say about the Ambitious Youth Network.
I really enjoy being able to be involved in a range of different opportunities that I want to be part of. I like that I can make a difference, learn more about other autistic young people and share my experiences as an autistic young person.
The thing I love most about the Youth Network is meeting such incredible people. Everyone has such an interesting and inspiring story! Everyone I have met has been kind, understanding, and has their own amazing talents and hobbies that make them THEM.
Being part of the Ambitious Youth Network has had a very positive impact on my life because it has given me a strong sense of belonging, enjoyment, and I don't feel as isolated or lonely anymore. It has given me the opportunity to share my passion about autism with others and to come across other young people with similar views and experiences to me. Before I joined the Ambitious Youth Network I struggled to take part in group activities and was highly anxious to do so, now I feel much more confident and self-assured in a range of different situations.
Being part of Ambitious has truly helped me grow as a person. I've finally begun to understand my autism, and that has made me understand who I am, and develop my identity. I have found some friends too, and I feel I know what my interests are. I've come to accept my weaknesses, and maybe realise some strengths, and overall I'm much more confident and can actually see a future for myself! I feel like I have real dreams and goals for my life, and I'm excited to hopefully achieve them!
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