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Better Than 52: Autism Symposium

On behalf of Professor Christopher Moore, Principal of New College Lanarkshire, and Dorry McLaughlin, Chief Executive of Scottish Autism, I am delighted to invite you to a major symposium exploring the experiences, aspirations and opportunities of Scotland’s autistic community.

Developed through a spirit of collaboration and shared learning, this event will bring together autistic people, families, practitioners, employers, educators, policymakers and community partners to explore how we can create a more inclusive, equitable and accessible Scotland.

Through expert insight, lived experience and interactive workshops, the symposium will focus on key themes including education, employment, health, and the criminal justice system, with an emphasis on strengthening participation, removing barriers and advancing the rights of autistic people.

This free event will be of interest to autistic individuals and families, employers, practitioners, elected representatives and anyone committed to building more inclusive communities.

Highlights include:

  • A welcome from Professor Christopher Moore, Principal of New College Lanarkshire
  • Dorry McLaughlin discussing the importance of language, identity and respectful communication
  • Lived experience perspectives on pathways to meaningful and sustainable employment
  • The launch of an innovative learning resource designed to support understanding and inclusion
  • Interactive workshops offering deeper learning, practical tools and opportunities for shared discussion and co-production

Together, we will explore how partnership, understanding and collective action can help create environments where autistic people are valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

Event Details

Date: Friday 30 October

Venue: New College Lanarkshire, Coatbridge Campus

Time: 10am

RSVP

To confirm your attendance, please complete the registration form using the link below.

Better than 52: Autism Symposium – Fill in form

If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to nominate a colleague in your place. Additional members of your organisation are also welcome to attend. Please ask each attendee to complete a separate form in here

If you have any questions, please contact Claire Wheelhouse, Head of Events, at Events@nclan.ac.uk

We hope to see you on the 30th of October.