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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 9h

We are looking for volunteers to join us as Mentors and Peer Support Volunteers! Both roles come with free training and will support #ActuallyAutistic adults living in #Leeds.

More info on both roles, the training and how to sign up is at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/07/p... #VolunteerLeeds

Leeds Autism AIM

Become an Autism Mentor or Peer Support Volunteer with us!

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 1d

In a reel for #AAW25, our Peer Development Worker Lawrence talks about how our Autism and Suicide Prevention Project helps #ActuallyAutistic adults in Leeds to access support.

#SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 1d

Due to us being short-staffed for today's drop-in Autism Hub, we will unfortunately not be serving hot food this evening.

We will, however, provide a selection of nice biscuits and some fruit juice. The Hub will be open as normal from 4pm-7pm. Many apologies for any inconvenience caused.

A photo with a white oval-shaped plate full of biscuits, sat on a table with a black tablecloth.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 2d

Our Health Complaints Advocacy service in #Leeds can help you through the health complaint process.

In a blog post for Advocacy Awareness Week #AAW25, read about what else we can support you with at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/12/h... #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 2d

In the first of two reels we have made for Advocacy Awareness Week #AAW25, Peer Development Worker Nelly talks about how our Health Access Project can help #ActuallyAutistic adults living in Bradford and Craven to secure their rights to access GP services.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 2d

Our first drop-in #Autism Hub of this month is tomorrow from 4pm to 7pm! It is for #ActuallyAutistic adults living in #Leeds and provides navigation and signposting, as well as hot food.

More information on the Hub and who it's for is at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/13/d...

Leeds Autism AIM

Food at the drop-in Autism Hub on Tuesday

Cheese and tomato pasta bake (gluten-free and vegan versions available)

Garlic bread (vegan)

Salad (vegan and gluten-free)

Biscuits (gluten free and vegan versions available)

Tea, coffee and squash - dairy-free milk available

Leeds Autism AIM

Drop-In Hub: October 2025

The Community Wellbeing Hub, Reginald Terrace, Chapeltown, Leeds LS7 3EZ

Scan the QR code to the right or visit our Autism Hub page at tinyurl.com/aimhublds for more information

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 2d

Advocacy Awareness Week 2025 starts today! Over the next five days, we will be sharing blog posts, videos and more on how #AdvocacyWorks.

Not only will they be about our #advocacy services, but also from projects such as Asking You! and @leedsautismaim.bsky.social #aaw25 @ndtihello.bsky.social

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 3d

We had a great time at #AutistiCon on Friday! At the event, we spoke to hundreds of people about what we do for #ActuallyAutistic adults in #Leeds. Same time next year, @leedsautism.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social?

A photo of members of the Autism AIM team at our stall at the AutistiCon 2025 event on Friday 10th October.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 6d

#AutistiCon 2025 is happening tomorrow! We're at Nexus Leeds at the @universityofleeds.bsky.social from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

Accessible information about the event itself is in a document from @leedsautism.bsky.social - find that and info about transport here: autisticon.wordpress.com/venue/

AutistiCon 2025
A Leeds Autism Event

Information Stalls - Guest Speakers - Performers - Digital Art Exhibition

Friday 10th October, 9:30am-4:30pm

Nexus, Discovery Way, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 3AA

Event sponsors:
MID Digital Solutions Leeds Bradford Airport Lloyds Banking Group

autisticon.wordpress.com

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Leeds Autism Services @leedsautism.bsky.social · 8d

Underrepresentation of minority communities in autism diagnosis and access to support is such an important topic, so we are thrilled to welcome Dr Vivian to #AutistiCon2025>> autisticon.wordpress.com/
Hope to see you there! 🎉
#AutistiCon #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic

AutistiCon 2025, Friday 10th October, Nexus Leeds. Guest speaker: Dr Vivian Okoye speaking about overcoming the barriers faced by underrepresented communities

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Leeds Autism Services @leedsautism.bsky.social · 7d

We are very grateful to be hosting autistic writer and director, Jess Telling who will be sharing her knowledge and experience of the theatre at #AutistiCon2025>> autisticon.wordpress.com/
Hope to see you there! 🎉
#AutistiCon #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic

AutistiCon 2025, Friday 10th October, Nexus Leeds. Guest speaker, Jess Telling: Autism, Accessibility and Theatre

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 6d

Advocacy Awareness Week 2025 starts on Monday! All next week, we and our projects will be sharing examples of how #AdvocacyWorks in Leeds.

Look out for the hashtag #AAW25! More info about the week from @ndtihello.bsky.social is at www.ndti.org.uk/project/advo...

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 7d

If you're coming to #AutistiCon on Friday but don't know what the venue is like, @leedsautism.bsky.social have made a video guide! In their virtual tour, they show you where the stalls, talks and quiet room will be.

To watch it, please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lnqd...

Leeds Autism Services - Autisticon 2025, NEXUS a virtual tour around this years' venue #autism #tour

YouTube video by Leeds Autism Services

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 8d

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! Inside, there are details of #AutistiCon 2025, links to a new resource from our team and info on research about #autism and aging.

To read it, please visit mailchi.mp/a9f9207e67db...

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 8d

On Friday, #AutistiCon - a free #autism info event in #Leeds - takes place! It has info on services for autistic people in Leeds and beyond, including Bradford.

Our sister @leedsautismaim.bsky.social service will be there, with info on us on their stall. Read more at autisticon.wordpress.com

AutistiCon 2025

A Leeds Autism Event

10 10 2025

Nexus, Discovery Way, University of Leeds, LS2 3AA

Save The Date

Thank you to our event sponsors:

MID Digital Solutions
Leeds Bradford Airport
Lloyds Banking Group

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 9d

There are around 30 stalls at this year's #AutistiCon event! We'll be there alongside others including @leedsautism.bsky.social and @forumcentral.bsky.social. AutistiCon is this Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm at Nexus Leeds.

A full list of stallholders is at autisticon.wordpress.com/2025-stalls/

A photo of people visiting stalls at the AutistiCon 2023 event.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 9d

We have a free online guide about raising a health complaint! This #SelfAdvocacy tool can help you to know about your rights, how to start a complaint and includes useful templates for letters to get the complaint moving.

To see it, please visit advonet.org.uk/resources/he...

The Advonet Group

Guide to Raising a Health Complaint

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 12d

As part of @advonetuk.bsky.social's stall, we're going be at Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service's event for #WorldMentalHealthDay next Thursday!

It's on from 11am-3pm at Kirkgate Market, free to attend and will have lots of useful information on mental health services and support in #Leeds.

Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service NHS

World Mental Health Day

Come and connect with local mental health services at our stall at Kirkgate Market, Leeds on Thursday 9th October

11:00am-3:00pm

Logos for partnership organisations

For more information, email us at leeds.mws@nhs.net

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 13d

The guest speakers and schedule for #AutistiCon 2025 are now confirmed! There are talks on sleep, accessing healthcare, barriers faced by under-represented communities and employment.

It's on next Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm. Find the schedule at autisticon.wordpress.com/2025-speakers/

A photo of someone delivering a talk at AutistiCon. They are stood behind a lectern, facing rows of people seated.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 13d

For this year's #BlackHistoryMonth, we have written a blog post about how #advocacy can help boost inclusivity via the power of community.

To read more, please go to advonet.org.uk/2025/10/02/b...

A photo of someone holding a leaflet in their left hand. In the background, there are some leaflets for Health Complaints Advocacy sat on a wooden table.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 14d

Later this month, we will be celebrating #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek #AAW25 by posting videos about how our work relates to advocacy, by helping #ActuallyAutistic adults to speak up for themselves and their rights.

Watch this space! @ndtihello.bsky.social @advonetuk.bsky.social

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forumcentral.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social · 15d

Leeds is full of quiet moments that change lives.
A volunteer walking someone to an appointment.
A community café where neighbours stop to chat.

These small acts hold the same weight as big strategies. They keep the city moving forward together.

Tell us your stories. Big or Small.

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 14d

Nearly a year ago, our Autism AIM team made some guides about Personal Independence Payment - #PIP. They are by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults, covering topics like assessments and appeals.

They are all available on the @leedsautismaim.bsky.social website at leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/pi...

Autism AIM

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Guides

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 15d

There is a consultation from @westyorkshireca.bsky.social about their Local Transport Plan, which includes bringing buses under public control.

There is time to have your say about the future of public transport in West Yorkshire. Find out how here: www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/hub-page/loc...

A photo of the entrance to Bingley Rail Station.

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 15d

We have updated our guide to stress at #work for #ActuallyAutistic adults. It has useful information on how to identify and address workplace stress.

To get a free copy, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

Mental Health Equity Project

Workplace Stress and Mental Health: A free guide

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