Some people have messaged us about a programme launching on @Netflix tomorrow called Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut. They’re worried about its claims. We’ve watched the trailer and, to be honest, we’re really worried too. Here’s why: 🧵(1/5)

'I am always finding new goals to work towards'

Following on from #AutismAcceptanceWeek earlier this month, here’s a look at the impact National Autistic Society Scotland’s Moving Forward+ with CashBack project has had for one young person.

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📽️ Listen to this radio segment (18.45- 24.50) to hear more about Access Film Club, a monthly film event developed by Glasgow Film Theatre in collaboration with The National Autistic Society Scotland! GFT

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“I was masking so much throughout my life. It’s quite sad looking back. If I got the right support, I would have understood there was nothing wrong with me. I didn’t need to feel like an outsider.'

Read Ailsa's story here 👇

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Just few places left for the Growing Up sessions in Ayrshire our fab partnership with Carers Scotland Do book on if you are a parent or caring for a young autistic person approaching the transition from childhood to adulthood! eventbrite.co.uk/e/growing-up-w…

We’d love your feedback on World #AutismAcceptanceWeek ! Take our survey by 9 May and you will be entered into the draw to win a fantastic merchandise bundle. The winner will be selected at random: bit.ly/3VSx1Sg

Ailsa told STV News about her experience of misdiagnosis and mismedication to raise awareness of the importance of the Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill. The public consultation on the Bill closes tomorrow - have your say now👉bit.ly/4azeY8h

📣 Join our Team!

We’re Recruiting for a Senior Branch Engagement Officer!

The post holder will support our Scotland volunteer-run branches to deliver and develop their local projects and activities.

Candidates must be based in Scotland.

Apply 👇

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There's only a few more days to respond to the Public Consultation for the Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Neurodivergence Bill! A commissioner could deliver better outcomes for autistic people across Scotland.

Respond to the consultation below 👇

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The Spring edition of our quarterly newsletter ‘News & Views’ is here!

This edition includes information on this year's Scotland Kiltwalks, Autism Acceptance Week 2024, and some updates from our projects and services.

View here 👇

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We’d love your feedback on World #AutismAcceptanceWeek ! Take our survey by 9 May and you will be entered into the draw to win a fantastic merchandise bundle. The winner will be selected at random: bit.ly/3VSx1Sg

📣 Join our Team!

We’re Recruiting for a Senior Branch Engagement Officer!

The post holder will support our Scotland volunteer-run branches to deliver and develop their local projects and activities.

Candidates must be based in Scotland.

Apply 👇

bit.ly/49nadxh

🏆 One of our Members, Fiona, won a special achievement award from Aberdeenshire Sports Council for promoting netball to other autistic people!

Fiona said: 'If you dare to dream, work hard, push the boundaries and you're patient, then amazing rewards will happen!' 💪

The Legal Services Agency's Disability and Social Justice Project is currently researching the experiences of people with hidden disabilities in accessing justice.

If you have a hidden disability, you can complete their survey here 👇

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Thank you to everyone who took part in World #AutismAcceptanceWeek ! Your fundraising will allow us to continue our work to create a society that works for autistic people and their families. 💜

🎬 We visited GFT last night for Access Film Club!

Access Film Club is a monthly film event developed by Glasgow Film Theatre in collaboration with The National Autistic Society Scotland.

Read more 👇

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Our Spectrum Colour Walk took place last Friday and was a great success! The walk was organised by our Moving Forward team, and it raised over £600! Well done to everyone who took part! 👏

Our Autism Support Ayrshire team represented World Autism Acceptance Week within CentreStage yesterday!

Thanks for taking part in World #AutismAcceptanceWeek and raising funds to help us continue to provide a safe virtual space for autistic people through our online community.

If you're going to read one thing today, make it this.

For #AutismAcceptanceWeek , we're running a piece by a 14 year old autistic girl who explains her experience of school in Scotland. It is not an easy read.

National Autistic Society Scotland

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