World Autism Acceptance Week

Get involved

Whether you are celebrating the day, week or month, find out how to get involved with activities from our partners.

Let’s Learn About Autism resource packs

Designed for Early Years, Primary/Secondary Schools and Post-16 settings, the Autism Education Trust, National Autistic Society and Ambitious about Autism have worked in partnership to create resources that busy teachers can use to plan their lessons and confidently talk positively about autism in the classroom.

Packs also include practical ways in which non-autistic learners can support their autistic peers in school and college.

Access free resources

Join the National Autistic Society and fundraise

Starting on Tuesday 2 April 2024 (World Autism Awareness Day) right through to Monday 8 April. Their colour theme is back for 2024 and there are lots of different and creative ways to get involved.

Celebrate World Autism Acceptance Week by doing your own 5k Spectrum Colour Walk in a place and at a time that suits you. If walking is not for you, you can find lots of ideas on our resources page to help you fundraise your own way!

Find out more

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Small changes, big difference

Ambitious about Autism has been helping autistic young people to share their advice on how small changes can make a big difference in helping them feel more accepted in their daily lives.

This is really important. Autistic young people are more marginalised and isolated than their peers. They are more likely to be excluded from school, struggle to feel understood and supported and have lower employment prospects than other disabled people.

Watch the video of young people explaining what it's like being autistic and how you can support them.

Small changes big difference

Understanding Autism

Learn more about autism with the new Autism Central guide, available when you login. This guide accompanies the Understanding Autism workshop, find out more about this and other events from your hub.

Read the guide

Why get involved?

Autistic people face discrimination and barriers across all sectors of society – in the health and social care systems, in education, in employment, and everywhere in between. It is crucial that autistic people, and their families and carers, can access tailored information, guidance and support to overcome those barriers, along with opportunities to explore their interests, develop skills and build friendships for fulfilled lives.