Autism Independence

Autism is a complex neurological disorder that inhibits a person’s ability to communicate and develop social relationships, and is often accompanied by behavioural challenges.

One in 100 children are being diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the UK. Research shows that autism affects everyone differently. It is not just the many people with autism that are impacted in different ways, it is also the people in their families and throughout their communities too.

Looking after a child or an adult with autism can be very challenging in terms of behaviour, communication and socialising.
They require special educational needs and very complex health care. Their diagnosis can sometimes over shadow their other health needs which often causes a lot of anxiety and challenging behaviours, as it is difficult for them to express their feelings.

Our vision at Autism Independence is to educate and empower people with autism and their families, especially those with no or little knowledge and from a social economic background which may have limited access to services.

Autism Independence raises awareness and works closely with migrant communities who happen to have higher incidents of autism and living in Western countries.

In the Somali community, there is no word that describes autism, yet there is some research that shows high incidents of autism.

Autism Independence also promotes over coming taboo and stigma in disabilities as a whole, in an approach that encourages acceptance of disability. We value the importance of creating an environment where parents network, socialise and support each other along with bringing together different communities

Autism independence was found because of the need to ensure every child and their families have access the best quality of life even if they have autism.