New government support package to help more disabled people into work (DWP)

Department for Work & Pensions press release New package of support to help thousands of disabled people into work as government builds back fairer. New package of support to help thousands of disabled people into work as government builds back fairer.15 Jobcentre Plus sites to trial framework to become more autism-friendly.26,000 work coaches are undergoing … Continue reading New government support package to help more disabled people into work (DWP) →

Have your say on the future of peer support for Autistic people

You can help to shape the future of peer support for Autistic people by attending the online meetings held by Health Education England and its partners in December and January. Please read below to find out what will be asked in the meeting and how to register to take part either by attending one of … Continue reading Have your say on the future of peer support for Autistic people →

World Autism Awareness Week: 5 things everyone should know

Written by the National Autistic Society This year’s World Autism Awareness Week (29 March – 4 April) feels more important than ever. It’s an opportunity to think about the society we want to live in when we leave lockdown – and the small things we can all do to make it work better for autistic children, adults … Continue reading World Autism Awareness Week: 5 things everyone should know →

Changing Employment Opportunities for Autistic People – 2-day online conference on 4-5 Mar

Only 16% of autistic people are in full time, paid work.64% of employers have said that they do not know where to go for support or advice about employing autistic people. National Autistic Society will host a two-day online conference on the 4-5 March 2021 to gather businesses together to champion Autism at Work. Please could … Continue reading Changing Employment Opportunities for Autistic People – 2-day online conference on 4-5 Mar →