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: how I survived late diagnosis and mental health challenges; gaining and retaining employment; navigating the transition into autistic adulthood; reasonable adjustments at work; how masking affects black autistic employees in the workplace; and 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 4th July 2025
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Learning who I am: my journey from struggle to triumph after an adult autism diagnosis | David Wright |
| 10.40 – 11.10 | Gaining and retaining employment: the secrets of ten years’ success | Michael Barton |
| 11.20 – 11.50 | Avoiding burnout: balancing autistic passion with wellbeing | Connor Ward |
| 12.00 – 12.30 | Reasonable adjustments at work: shifting from awareness to equity | Remie Colledge |
| 12.40 – 13.10 | The cost of fitting in: how masking affects black autistic employees in the workplace | Kate Peat |
| 13.50 – 14.20 | Empowering the autistic jobseeker: using your strengths to find and stay in employment | Callum Gamble |
| 14.30 – 15.00 | Understanding my identity: my experience as a late-diagnosed autistic woman | Phil Wroe |
| 15.10 – 15.40 | Autistic ask us anything: Q&A session | Panel Q&A with a selection of our speakers |
Saturday 5th July 2025
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10.30 – 11.00 | Applying for access to work: the government’s best-kept secret for disabled employees | Lydia Stott |
| 11.10 – 11.40 | Autistic intensity: how I’ve learned to accept emotional and sensory extremes | Joely – MyAutisticWings |
| 11.50 – 12.20 | Autistic learning: my experience through the education system | Alex Manners |
| 12.30 – 13.00 | Diagnosed twice: a journey of self-understanding | Finn McGwyre |
| 13.50 – 14.20 | Helping your autistic students reach their full potential | Chris Bonnello |
| 14.30 – 15.00 | Adoption, attachment disorder, and autism: a unique journey of identity | Richie Smith |
| 15.10 – 15.40 | Autistic ask us anything: Q&A session | Panel Q&A with a selection of our speakers |
