Background to the event 

Hosted by the Neurodiverse Network, this online event was run by autistic people for autistic people.  The conference aimed to celebrate autistic life and speaking up in the  South West. The event was an opportunity to bust myths and stereotypes around autism, hear about other user led groups in the region, understand more about people’s social care rights and celebrate autistic joy. 

​Watch the conference here...

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who attended, especially our keynote speakers.

​Our speakers  

• Auti-ms is a charity that focuses on raising awareness of autism in women and girls, which often goes unrecognised. Auti-ms also gives support to autistic females and their families. 

 

• Dimensions for Autism supports autistic adults (without a learning disability) in Devon

 

• Access Social Care gives free legal advice on people’s social care rights.    

 

• The Plymouth Autism Liaison Nurses

Gaps self-advocacy or support groups for autistic adults  

This prompted lots of discussion, with a number of issues raised. 
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The PDF document below summarises the issues raised, together with our signposts to support.