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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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
This free event will be of interest to autistic individuals and families, employers, practitioners, elected representatives and anyone committed to building more inclusive communities.<\/p>\n
Highlights include:<\/p>\n
Together, we will explore how partnership, understanding and collective action can help create environments where autistic people are valued, supported and empowered to thrive.<\/p>\n
Event Details<\/b><\/p>\n
Date: Friday 30 October<\/p>\n
Venue: New College Lanarkshire, Coatbridge Campus<\/p>\n
Time: 10am<\/p>\n
RSVP<\/b><\/p>\n
To confirm your attendance, please complete the registration form using the link below.<\/p>\n
Better than 52: Autism Symposium \u2013 Fill in form<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n 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<\/p>\n If you have any questions, please contact Claire Wheelhouse, Head of Events, at Events@nclan.ac.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n We hope to see you on the 30th of October.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 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, … Continue reading Better Than 52: Autism Symposium<\/span>