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AsIAm - Ireland’s Autism Charity
@asiamireland.bsky.social
Working to ensure autistic people get the #SAMECHANCE. Support our work:

https://asiam.ie/how-to-help/ways-to-donate
The OECD’s annual “Education at a glance” can be read in full here:

www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

We note that data on the experiences and outcomes of students with additional needs remains limited.
November 13, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Statement on the Department of Education and Youth’s Inspectorate report, Special Classes for Autistic Pupils in Primary Schools – Towards a Coherent, Inclusive System.

asiam.ie/news/statement-on-department-of-education-and-youths-inspectorate-report
As I Am | News | Statement on Department of Education and Youth’s Inspectorate report
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November 5, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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QUIET HOUR at the Museum
A sensory-friendly space with low lighting, reduced noise & fewer crowds—ideal for neurodivergent visitors & anyone seeking calm.
📍 Collins Barracks, Dublin
📅Saturday 11 October, 10:00am - 11:00am
🔗 Details: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...
#SensoryFriendly
October 7, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Families have been in touch with concerns about SNA allocations.
SNAs are essential in ensuring Autistic children can access education and the right school placement. We’ll be raising these concerns with the NCSE.
September 24, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Statement from AsIAm in response to Autism misinformation by the US Government.
September 23, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Congratulations to Swords Autism Friendly Town Committee on their official launch at the beautiful Swords Castle on Thursday evening.
September 19, 2025 at 12:01 PM
📢 Upcoming Parent Webinar with @ncseirl.bsky.social
📅 Thursday, 25th September
Learn about:
SENOs & school supports
Contacting your child’s SENO
The Parents Notify Portal (closes 1 Oct)
Important for parents seeking a Special School or Autism Class place 2026.
🔗 eu01web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NCSE Parents Information Session. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
AsIAm is hosting an important parents’ information webinar, delivered by the National Council for Special Education (NCSE), on Wednesday, 25th September. This webinar will highlight four key areas fo...
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September 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
We welcome steps to bring the HSE into compliance & reduce waiting times for children.
But over-reliance on private providers risks challenges around recruitment, cost & sustainability.
Read more: www.thejournal.ie/hse-assessme...
September 16, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We had an amazing start to @AutismEurope International Congress 2025. We have two days to go and so much to see, hear, learn and be inspired by! asiam.ie/news/europes...
As I Am | News | Europe’s Largest Autism Congress Launches at Dublin’s RDS
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September 12, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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A fantastic Day 1 at the 14th @autismeurope.bsky.social International Congress in Dublin!

Elizabeth met with Adam Harris, conference leader and Founder of @asiamireland.bsky.social and typed “Don’t forget about nonspeakers.”

#aecongress2025
September 11, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Great engagement between speakers and attendees at #aecongress2025 #ae2025 @autismeurope.bsky.social
September 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Amazing crowd listening to Dr TC Waisman at Congress this morning @autismeurope.bsky.social
September 11, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Hi Helen - thanks so much for reaching out! 😊 We will use #AECongress2025 and you can also follow #asiam throughout the week!
September 9, 2025 at 6:56 AM
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We're attending Autism-Europe International Congress Event hosted by @asiamireland.bsky.social

13/9/25 join us for a presentation by our founder & CEO
@taraodk.bsky.social
on Building a Global Neurodivergent Practitioner Network: A Model for Professional Peer Support & Service Delivery
September 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Our founder and CEO @taraodk.bsky.social will be presenting a poster with Davida Hartman from at the 14th Autism-Europe International Congress hosted by @asiamireland.bsky.social

Creating Systemic Change: Adapting to a Neurodiversity Affirmative Future.

Find out more: autismcongress2025.org
September 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Very excited to be speaking at the Autism Europe Congress hosted by @asiamireland.bsky.social in Dublin this week.

I’ll be talking about the neurodiversity movement and the promise of collective liberation for all autistic people!

For more details on the congress visit AutismCongress2025.org
September 9, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Thriving Autistic are attending the Autism Europe International Congress Event 11th-13th Sept hosted by @asiamireland.bsky.social

Presentation by our Founder & CEO @taraodk.bsky.social

“Leveraging Health Tech to Revolutionise Accessibility: Advocacy Ally & Digital Passports”

Hope to see you!
September 9, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Delighted to be doing a Fringe Event at the Autism Europe Congress with @asiamireland.bsky.social next week! It is free but booking is required.

Book here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/autistic-c...
September 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Speaking at today's 21st pre-sessional meeting on the UNCRPD list of issues our CEO, Adam Harris highlighted a number of key barriers experienced by the Autistic community including : 1/3
September 2, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Our CEO Adam Harris, will be speaking at the upcoming 21st pre-sessional meeting on the UNCRPD List of Issues, on September 2nd. An important opportunity to highlight key issues impacting our community. You can view our recent submission on this here: shorturl.at/VuLBO
August 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Thanks for tuning in!
August 28, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Join our CEO Adam Harris this Thursday, Aug 28 to meet with @niamhgarvey.bsky.social Autistic author, to discuss 'Autistic to non-Autistic communication: A Two Way Street'. 1/3
August 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Our Policy team were delighted to speak to the WALK Self-Advocacy Group this morning to talk about AsIAm and how our Policy supports the Autistic community and supports people to advocate for their rights.
August 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Back to school can be a challenging time for many Autistic students.
We’ve created four free supports to help with the transition — including visual guides, checklists, and practical tips for both primary and secondary school.
Read more and download the resources here: asiam.ie/news/asiam-b...
As I Am | News | AsIAm Back to School Supports
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August 24, 2025 at 11:17 AM