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Autism Academy Launches

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8 December 2017

By Lauren H

More than 1 in 100 people in the UK are on the autism spectrum. That equates to around 700,000 people. However, there’s still a lack of understanding and support for those with autism and their families.

That’s where The Autism and Neurodiversity Academy comes in.

Thought to be the first of its kind in the country, the academy, based in the North East, is set to teach businesses and their staff about the impact of autism may have on their customers.

The academy has already worked with Newcastle Airport to increase awareness and create an ‘autism passport.’ This is a ‘fast track’ service, which will allow people with autism to get through queues quicker. This move alone is proving to be a big success.

CEO and former chair of the Autism Alliance UK, John Phillipson, said:

For a long time now we have been working tirelessly to shift mindsets when it comes to how people perceive autism and it’s really paying off. We’ve come so far.

By society and businesses understanding what each neurodiverse person can offer we can change the way we provide services from shopping and leisure, to sport and the arts. From hotels and hospitality, travel and employment to GP services and job centres.

If you want to find out more about The Autism and Neurodiversity Academy, click here or call 0191 410 9974.

 

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