Families started the campaign for better autism awareness and continue their fight to this day.
In this episode, our guests explore the evolution of advocacy and support brought about by families and the importance of community in supporting autistic people and their networks.
Hosted by Helen Ellis with guests Charleen Morton, Shirelle Stewart and Ben Nicholas.
Produced by The Podcast Company.
The In Our Words project was funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
To find out more please visit:
https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/who-we-are/in-our-words
The archive items from the National Autistic Society represent the personal opinions and perspectives of the oral history interviewees and original writers at the time. The opinions and language used during the interviews, articles and other archived content do not necessarily reflect the current views, values, or policies of the National Autistic Society. For our up-to-date language recommendations based on the preferences of autistic people, their families and professionals, please read our guidance on How to talk and write about autism.