Autism Talks
Gain insights from autistic adults sharing their experiences of home, education and the workplace in the Autism Talks.
Just some of this year’s topics include: my experience through the education system, helping your autistic students reach their full potential; overcoming eating disorders; gaining and retaining employment; navigating the transition into autistic adulthood; using your strengths to find and stay in employment.
Sound is relayed to the audience through wireless headsets to reduce noise levels in the hall.
Places are offered free to ticket holders on a first come, first served basis, so please arrive as early as possible before the session you wish to attend to save disappointment.
Friday 20th June 2025
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Coping strategies for success: how I survived late diagnosis and mental health challenges | Brian Bird | |
| 10.40 – 11.10 | Gaining and retaining employment: the secrets of ten years’ success | Michael Barton | |
| 11.20 – 11.50 | Growing pains: navigating the transition into autistic adulthood | Natasha Baiguerra | |
| 12.00 – 12.30 | Autistic learning: my experience through the education system | Alex Manners | |
| 12.40 – 13.10 | Autistic intensity: how I’ve learned to accept emotional and sensory extremes | Joely – MyAutisticWings | |
| 13.40 – 14.10 | Empowering the autistic jobseeker: using your strengths to find and stay in employment | Callum Gamble | |
| 14.20 – 14.50 | Understanding my identity: my experience as a late diagnosed autistic woman | Phil Wroe | |
| 15.00 – 15.30 | A natural connection: how I learned to embrace my autistic brain by exploring nature | Laurence Mitchell | |
| 15.40 – 16.10 | Autistic Ask Us Anything: Q&A session | Panel Q&A with a selection of our autistic speakers |
Saturday 21st June 2025
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.30 – 11.00 | Navigating sensory differences in a neurotypical world: practical tips for better regulation | Lydia Stott | |
| 11.10 – 11.40 | Thriving autisticly in the world of work: knowing your needs and your worth | Eiman Munro | |
| 11.50 – 12.20 | My education journey as an autistic person: the triumphs and challenges I faced | Alex Richardson | |
| 12.30 – 13.00 | Diagnosed twice: a journey of self-understanding | Finn McGwyre | |
| 13.20 – 13.50 | Helping your autistic students reach their full potential | Chris Bonnello | |
| 14.00 – 14.30 | How I turned my autistic passion into a career | Connor Ward | |
| 14.40 – 15.10 | Voicing stories: creative writing for autistic wellbeing | Trevor Wright | |
| 15.20 – 15.50 | Autistic Ask Us Anything: Q&A session | Panel Q&A with a selection of our autistic speakers |