A heartfelt thank you to our members, families, and supporters who help make I AM a place where people can feel valued and understood.

As the year comes to an end, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the importance of patience, acceptance, and being there for one another. When autistic individuals receive the right support, they don’t just manage - they truly thrive.

Our youth clubs and social groups provide a safe and welcoming environment where autistic young people can truly be themselves, gain confidence, and feel a sense of belonging. There’s no pressure to fit in or pretend - just genuine connections.

We appreciate Waitrose’s commitment to learning from this experience and collaborating with specialists moving forward.
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📣 Charities like I AM Celebrating Autism played a key role in bringing this issue to light
❤️Fair pay is important
💼 Inclusion means having paid work, not just goodwill

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But sure - let’s just blame disabled people. Again.

Reform the system? Absolutely.
Scapegoat those who need help the most? Absolutely not.

If the Government really wants to understand the increase in diagnoses, they should start by looking at:
🔹 years-long waiting lists,
🔹 crumbling mental health services,
🔹 and a workforce that’s burning out.

The UK, historically, is less likely to diagnose children with autism and ADHD compared to the US, Norway, Denmark, and Spain. And the solution? Tighten the screws even more?

Let’s set the record straight:
📌 ADHD and autism aren’t “trends.”
📌 People aren’t suddenly “making it up” for kicks.
📌 The NHS isn’t overwhelmed because people are seeking help - it’s overwhelmed because it’s been underfunded.

Wes Streeting is now questioning whether “normal feelings” are being “over-pathologised.” Isn’t it interesting how this concern only surfaces when the welfare bill rises - never when families are left waiting for years just to get a diagnosis or when waiting lists are skyrocketing?

An autism diagnosis can bring every emotion possible - and everyone’s journey is different. I AM Celebrating Autism is here to support you, your way, at your pace.
👉 www.i-am-autism.org.uk

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Bradley is proudly autistic and gay, and he’s using his platform to represent both communities authentically. His book Autistically Me champions and celebrates autistic minds.
#RepresentationMatters #Neurodiversity