Thriving Autistic

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Neuro-Affirmative, non-profit by & for the Autistic & Neurodivergent community dedicated to advancing the human rights of #ActuallyAutistic & otherwise #Neurodivergent people

Discovery Programme welcome banner. Navy background with a photo of a group of people lying on grass in a circle, heads together, laughing. Text reads: 'Welcome to the Discovery Programme — a six-module journey of self-discovery for recently identified Autistic adults, created, designed, and facilitated by Autistic professionals,' with a gold 'Explore the Modules' button below. Thriving Autistic logo (gold infinity symbol) at the bottom.
Thriving Autistic homepage. Header: 'Neurodivergent-Led Supports, Advocacy and Training.' Photo of four smiling young adults standing together outdoors against a brick wall. Text reads: 'Thriving Autistic is an Irish non-profit advancing the human rights of Autistic and neurodivergent people globally. We connect communities, support professionals, and create resources grounded in lived experience.' Two buttons: 'I'm an Autistic Adult' and 'I'm a Practitioner.' Below, the Thriving Autistic logo — a gold infinity symbol above the organisation's name in white capital letters.
Four-photo collage from the National Diversity Awards 2026 event. Top left: Helen Edgar and Paul Sesay smiling for a selfie indoors, both wearing red lanyards. Top right: a panel discussion in progress, with panellists seated in front of a screen reading 'NDA26 Shortlist Showcase, Celebrating 15 Years of Impact,' facing a seated audience. Bottom left: a group of shortlisted nominees relaxing on a rooftop terrace with a city skyline in the background, some seated at tables, one person using a wheelchair. Bottom right: National Diversity Awards 2026 graphic reading '2026 Finalist,' with HSBC UK headline sponsor branding and the Thriving Autistic logo.
National Diversity Awards 2026 finalist graphic, celebrating 15 years, with HSBC UK as headline sponsor and sponsor logos below. Bottom panel shows the Thriving Autistic logo — a gold infinity symbol on navy background
Graphic with diagonal stripes in the Disability Pride flag colours (grey, gold, pale grey, blue, green, red) behind bold navy text reading 'Supporting Disability Pride Month, July 2026'. Below, a navy square logo shows a gold infinity symbol above the words 'Thriving Autistic' in cream, underlined in gold.
Thriving Autistic graphic on cream background with teal and gold spiral accents. Text reads: 'We were delighted to have been a keynote sponsor for NATCA & LOAPAC EXPO 2026. A wonderful neuro-affirming event. Many thanks to everyone for your hard work!' Centred navy square logo shows a gold infinity symbol above 'Thriving Autistic', with website www.thrivingautistic.org below. Top left: Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference Australia logo. Bottom right: LOAPAC (League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues) Expo logo."
Navy and cream poster for Thriving Autistic with gold star decorations and the Thriving Autistic infinity logo at the top. Heading: "We'd love to hear from you!" Text invites people to share a 10–20 second video, voice, or text message about what Thriving Autistic means to them, something they've learned or valued from workshops, training, the Discovery Course, or Monthly Meet-Ups, and what being part of the community has given them. Photo shows a group of six smiling young adults piled together outdoors. Gold banner reads "Finalist, National Diversity Awards 2026, Community Organisation for Disability Award." Additional notes: film video reels in landscape format; Awards reel deadline is 31 July 2026; submissions may be shared on social media, with funders, and at the Awards; thank you for supporting us. National Diversity Awards 2026 Finalist logo shown near the bottom. Footer: "Send your video or message to helen@thrivingautistic.org."
🏆 Thriving Autistic has been named a finalist in the Community Organisation for Disability category at the National Diversity Awards 2026! A huge thank you to our community, partners, advocates, and supporters. This recognition reflects the collective impact of everyone working towards a world where Autistic people can thrive. 💙 #NDA26 #ThrivingAutistic
Alt Text: A collection of soft, illustrated glimmers on a deep navy background — including a rainbow, a teapot, a purple character from our animations series, a puppy, a bird, trees, mushrooms, dandelions, a umbrella in the rain, a cookie, campfire, rainbow, goldfish, cat, paints, ginkgo leaves, and twinkling gold stars. Thriving Autistic logo in the top left corner.
Promotional poster for the BPS Division of Coaching Psychology Conference 2026. At the top is a photograph of a guest speaker presenting in front of a large screen displaying the title “Belonging and Neurodiversity.” The speaker is standing beside a table with a laptop, water bottle, and glasses. The presentation slide includes the logo for Thriving Autistic. Below the photo, large white text on a dark blue background reads: “BPS Division of Coaching Psychology Conference 2026” Smaller text identifies the guest speaker as: “Tara O’Donnell Killen” Further text reads: “Belonging and Neurodiversity A Neurodivergent-Led Coaching Psychology Programme for Late-Identified Autistic Adults” The bottom of the poster features the Thriving Autistic logo. The design uses a dark blue background with gold hexagonal graphics around the edges.
Thriving Autistic graphic promoting PASS — Post-Assessment Support Service for Autistic Adults. Text reads: PASS gives newly identified Autistic adults a supportive, neuro-affirming next step after assessment, while keeping the process simple for clinics. Three steps shown: 1. Clinic refers clients to us. 2. Client chooses practitioner. 3. We provide neuro-affirming 1:1 support with a neurodivergent professional. Contact: www.thrivingautistic.org and partnership@thrivingautistic.org. Quote at bottom: "Finding Thriving Autistic was a liferaft for me." Image includes the Thriving Autistic infinity logo and a photo of four smiling adults of different races and ages.
Help shape inclusion for autistic school staff by completing this short survey about practical workplace inclusion strategies. We will share our results with you so that you can then draw upon the most highly rated strategies. For each completed survey, we, the research team, will donate to an education charity of your choice from a list, on your behalf. We are identifying strategies that are helpful and feasible for supporting autistic school staff at work. Inclusive strategies for autistic staff can support everyone at work. Please share this survey with others working in schools so that we can reach as many people as possible and identify which strategies schools find the most useful and practical! Thank you Contact Jess for questions: jessica.spiegler.19@ucl.ac.uk More info: https://qualtrics.ucl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_9AXILP324Pfsdfw
Thriving Autistic graphic promoting PASS — Post-Assessment Support Service for Autistic Adults. Text reads: PASS gives newly identified Autistic adults a supportive, neuro-affirming next step after assessment, while keeping the process simple for clinics. Three steps shown: 1. Clinic refers clients to us. 2. Client chooses practitioner. 3. We provide neuro-affirming 1:1 support with a neurodivergent professional. Contact: www.thrivingautistic.org and partnership@thrivingautistic.org. Quote at bottom: "Finding Thriving Autistic was a liferaft for me." Image includes the Thriving Autistic infinity logo and a photo of four smiling adults of different races and ages.
Poster with a dark blue and gold colour scheme asking, “Would you like to be part of Research to Improve Cancer Care for Autistic Patients in the Northwest?” Key sections explain a participatory research project led by The University of Liverpool, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, and Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to improve cancer care and create autism-informed guidance and information resources. Eligibility includes autistic patients, relatives of autistic patients who experienced cancer care in the Northwest within the last 12 months, and healthcare professionals involved in their care. Participation options include one-hour interviews (online or face-to-face) with a £20 voucher, and three-hour in-person workshops with a £60 voucher. Contact details are provided for Dr Jennifer Kirton and principal investigator G. Cherry, including email addresses and phone numbers. The flyer also includes two staff photographs, a QR code for more information, and logos for the University of Liverpool, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Northwest Cancer Research.
Promotional graphic from Thriving Autistic on a dark blue background with gold stars and an infinity symbol logo. Large white text reads: “Have you valued the work by Thriving Autistic? We would appreciate your support with our nomination for the National Diversity Awards 2026. Voting has now been extended until 20th May.” Below is an image of a nomination certificate from National Diversity Awards 2026 congratulating Thriving Autistic for a nomination in the “Community Organisation Award for Disability” category, alongside sponsor logos including HSBC UK, Kantar, and Airbus.
Sponsor board featuring multiple logos arranged on a light grey background with gold-framed panels. Sponsors include Zebra Finch Psychology (Coffee Cart Sponsor), Mindscope (Lead Sponsor), Mimbalu (Lanyard Sponsor), Trellis (Keynote Sponsor), MY Genius (Showbag Sponsor), Thriving Autistic (Keynote Sponsor), Nurture & Empower OT (Catering Sponsor), Mullum Road (Beanbag Sponsor), The Waratah Centre (Catering Sponsor), and Maple Leaf Psychology (Art Supplies Sponsor). The logos use a variety of colours and imagery, including infinity symbols, trees, lightbulbs, and abstract designs.
Research recruitment flyer with black text on white background. Title in bold: "AUTISTIC BURNOUT & SCHOOL RETURN." Text reads: A Master's student at the University of Wolverhampton (MSc Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing) is seeking participants for a 45–60 minute online interview about lived experience of returning to mainstream education after a period of burnout. Participants must self-identify as autistic without a formal diagnosis, be aged 18 or over and reside in the UK, have experienced a school absence due to autistic burnout, have successfully returned to mainstream secondary education, and not currently be in acute crisis or active burnout. The interview is accessible: relaxed semi-structured video call on Microsoft Teams, camera-off option available, full anonymity with pseudonyms, and questions sent 48 hours in advance. Contact researcher Connie Matthew at c.e.matthew@wlv.ac.uk. Research supervisor: Dr. Anastasia Rousaki at a.rousaki@wlv.ac.uk. Ethics approved, unfunded study.
"A research participant recruitment poster from the University of East London, set against a dark background featuring Van Gogh's The Starry Night (1889, public domain). Large bold text reads: 'Research Participants Needed'. The poster asks: 'Are you someone who experiences wonder, amazement or awe? Do you find yourself in states of intense absorption, a flow where the rest of the world just disappears?' Eligibility criteria listed: adults aged 18 and over, English-speaking, ADHD or no ADHD — all welcome, approximately 12–15 minutes to complete, with an optional 45–60 minute online interview. A QR code links to a survey. The researcher is Aglaia Michelaki, MSc researcher at UEL, investigating intense absorbing experiences and what they reveal about wellbeing that standard measures may miss. Ethics Reference: 026/2769824/04-26. Email: u2769824@uel.ac.uk.
Alt text: Promotional graphic from the National Diversity Awards 2026 announcing that “Thriving Autistic” has been nominated for the “Community Organisation Award for Disability.” The design features a purple and gold gradient background with light bokeh effects, the National Diversity Awards logo, a “15 years celebrating unity in society” badge, and HSBC UK listed as headline sponsor. Sponsor logos including HSBC UK, Kantar, Airbus, Inclusive Companies, Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, Elevate 1000, and Inclusive Jobs appear along the bottom.
Thriving Autistic graphic for Mental Health Awareness Week, 11–17 May 2026. A silhouetted profile of a Black woman with natural hair, lit from behind by warm golden light, gazes upward with a calm, reflective expression. Text reads: "Supporting Autistic & neurodivergent people to thrive." The Thriving Autistic logo appears at the top, and the Mental Health Foundation's Mental Health Awareness Week logo is in the bottom right corner. Website: www.thrivingautistic.org.
A congratulations graphic from the National Diversity Awards 2026 (nationaldiversityawards.co.uk), celebrating 15 years of Unity in Society. The headline sponsor is HSBC UK. The main text reads: "Congratulations, Thriving Autistic — You have been nominated for the 2026 Community Organisation Award for Disability." The background features vibrant flowing waves of colour in purple, orange, gold, and teal. Sponsors and associates listed at the bottom include HSBC UK, Kantar, Airbus, Inclusive Companies, Inclusive Top 50, Elevate 1000, and Inclusive Jobs.
Promotional graphic on a dark blue background inviting neurodivergent, neuro-affirmative practitioners to join a global directory. Text highlights a need for disability benefit, housing, and social care consultants and advocates. It notes that listing services and searching for support is free, with a website link provided (neurodivergentpractitioners.org). Along the bottom are colorful, stylized figures representing diverse people, including a wheelchair user and individuals with different body shapes and abilities, above the “Thriving Autistic” logo.
Promotional award graphic with a dark multicoloured geometric background. At the top, it reads “National Diversity Awards 2026” with the website nationaldiversityawards.co.uk, a “15 years celebrating unity in society” badge, and HSBC UK listed as headline sponsor. Large text says, “Congratulations Thriving Autistic. You have been nominated for the 2026 Community Organisation Award for Disability.” Along the bottom are sponsor logos including HSBC UK, Kantar, Airbus, Inclusive Companies, Top 50 Inclusive Employers, Elevate 1000, and Inclusive Jobs.
Promotional graphic for the Monotropism Questionnaire. Large white text at the top reads, “Take the Monotropism Questionnaire.” Below, a section titled “Monotropism Questionnaire” lists: Type: Psychometric, Estimated Time: 4–8 min, Statements: 47. In the centre is a multicoloured radial chart showing questionnaire dimensions including routines, flow, rumination, social, interests, focus, decisiveness, and environments. On the right, the total score is shown as 83%, with sub-scores: routines 100%, flow 92%, rumination 92%, social 88%, interests 81%, focus 81%, decisiveness 75%, environments 72%. At the bottom, white text reads: “Visit https://pa11erns.com/psychometrics/mq/” . The design uses a dark blue background with white text and colourful chart elements.
Graphic titled “Research Reshare” from Thriving Autistic featuring the study Grief, Relief, and Belief: A Social Media Study on Late Identification of Neurodivergence (Mair et al., 2026). The central text presents a highlighted quote from the study: “Overall, this study calls for a paradigm shift in how we understand and support neurodivergent individuals diagnosed in adulthood, seeing diagnosis as a first step, rather than a terminal component of a service, emphasising the need for comprehensive, individualised, wraparound care that addresses the emotional and practical aspects of their lives before, during, and beyond diagnosis.” The full citation appears at the bottom of the image.
Infographic titled “Research Reshare” from Thriving Autistic summarising the study Grief, Relief, and Belief: A Social Media Study on Late Identification of Neurodivergence (Mair et al., 2026). The graphic shows three connected ovals arranged in a triangle to represent a cyclical process. The left oval is labelled “Grief” and includes the points: “The life I could have had” and “Grieving for my younger self.” The right oval is labelled “Relief” with the points: “New self-understanding” and “I am not broken.” The lower centre oval is labelled “Belief” and includes: “Gratitude for who I am” and “Relinquishing shame.” Arrows connect all three ovals in a cycle, illustrating movement between grief, relief, and belief. A caption below reads: “Figure 3. The Grief, Relief, and Belief Cycle. A graphical representation of the Grief, Relief, and Belief Cycle.” The full citation for Mair et al. (2026) appears at the bottom.
Alt text: A “Research Reshare” graphic from Thriving Autistic with a navy and gold color scheme and an infinity symbol logo. The title reads: “Grief, Relief, and Belief: A Social Media Study on Late Identification of Neurodivergence (Mair et al., 2026).” Below, a heading states “Four Themes Identified,” followed by a numbered list: 1) The Life I Could Have Had, 2) Grieving for My Younger Self, 3) Feeling Gratitude, and 4) Post-Diagnosis Burnout. A citation at the bottom credits Mair, Gonzalez-Figueroa, McConachie, Goodall, and Gillespie-Smith (2026) in the journal Autism.
Alt text: A “Research Reshare” graphic from Thriving Autistic with a navy and gold design and an infinity symbol logo. The title reads: “Grief, Relief, and Belief: A Social Media Study on Late Identification of Neurodivergence (Mair et al., 2026).” Below is a quote: “Late identification has been linked with specific protective factors, such as an increase in self-understanding, self-compassion, and feelings of relief, it is also associated with poor mental health outcomes related to stigma and self-esteem, grief, and burnout.” A citation at the bottom credits Mair, Gonzalez-Figueroa, McConachie, Goodall, and Gillespie-Smith (2026) in the journal Autism.
A graphic titled “Research Reshare” from Thriving Autistic, featuring an infinity symbol logo. The main text reads: “Grief, Relief, and Belief: A Social Media Study on Late Identification of Neurodivergence (Mair et al., 2026).” Below is a quote: “Late identification of neurodivergence is associated with many different challenges, including navigating diagnostic pathways, stigma, and the role of masking.” A citation appears at the bottom crediting Mair, Gonzalez-Figueroa, McConachie, Goodall, and Gillespie-Smith (2026) in the journal Autism.
Promotional graphic for an Ireland travel guide designed for neurodivergent travelers, featuring a misty landscape with a winding path and a lone person walking. Text reads “Ireland Travel Guide Designed for Neurodivergent Travelers” with a discount code “thrive” to get it for €3, and “Ireland Travel Guide for the Weekend Explorer – Handpicked itineraries & activities.”
Graphic titled “Some Traits of Autistic Masking” on a dark blue background with an illustration of two theater masks (one smiling, one sad). Surrounding text lists traits: scripting, forcing eye contact, people pleasing, trying not to show sensory overwhelm and discomfort, suppressing stims, and changing the way you communicate and socialize to fit in. Logo “Thriving Autistic” appears at the bottom right.
A navy blue poster with gold side borders and a gold infinity symbol above the words “Thriving Autistic.” The text reads: “At Thriving Autistic, we believe in more than acceptance. We believe in advocacy, inclusion, and justice — for all Autistic people.” The website “www.thrivingautistic.org” appears at the bottom.
Promotional graphic for the Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference Australia announcing “Thriving Autistic” as a keynote speaker sponsor for NATCA & LOAPAC Expo ’26. The design features a beige background with circular line accents, the Thriving Autistic logo (a gold infinity symbol on a navy square), the website thrivingautistic.org, and the LOAPAC (League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues) logo with an expo icon.
A bold graphic with a deep navy blue background and gold vertical borders on each side. At the top, the Thriving Autistic logo shows a gold infinity symbol above the text "Thriving Autistic" in white. Below in large white and bold white text: "You cannot be neuro-affirming and supportive of Autistic people without challenging racism, transphobia, and ableism." The website www.thrivingautistic.org appears at the bottom in small white text.
Promotional poster for a DCU MSc in Psychology and Wellbeing qualitative study titled “At the Intersections of Identity: Autistic Ethnic Minority Women Navigating Masking in Productivity-Driven Systems.” The poster explains that the study explores how productivity pressures intersect with identity and masking for autistic women from ethnic minority backgrounds in education and professional settings. Inclusion criteria listed are: identify as autistic, identify as a woman, belong to an ethnic minority group, and be aged 18 or older. Researcher is Mariam Sobayo, School of Psychology, DCU, with contact email provided. Supervisor is Dr. Aine Travers, School of Psychology, DCU, with contact email provided. Interviews last approximately 45 to 60 minutes. A large QR code is included for registration and more information. The design uses red and peach tones, features the DCU logo, and includes an illustration of diverse women forming the silhouette of a head at the bottom.
Research opportunity: Autistic Mindfulness Teachers Study Researchers at the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice (CMRP, Bangor University) seek autistic professionals qualified to teach mindfulness-based approaches for an interview study. Are you: (1) Autistic or AuDHD (self-identified)? (2) Qualified to teach a mindfulness-based approach? (3) Aged 18 years or over? Are you an autistic professional who has successfully completed teacher training in a mindfulness-based approach such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)? We are interested in your experiences of teacher training and working with contemporary mindfulness curricula. The interview can be done via zoom or completed in writing in your own time. The interviewer will be a late-diagnosed neurodivergent researcher. To receive an info sheet, please email Emily on mlc22xxy@bangor.ac.uk. This project has been reviewed & approved by the University of Bangor Ethics Committee Ref 1168.
Promotional graphic on a dark blue background inviting neurodivergent, neuro-affirmative practitioners to join a global directory. Text highlights a need for disability benefit, housing, and social care consultants and advocates. It notes that listing services and searching for support is free, with a website link provided (neurodivergentpractitioners.org). Along the bottom are colorful, stylized figures representing diverse people, including a wheelchair user and individuals with different body shapes and abilities, above the “Thriving Autistic” logo.
Promotional graphic announcing that “Thriving Autistic” is now on TikTok. The image features the TikTok logo at the top, the Thriving Autistic logo with a gold infinity symbol in the center, and text inviting viewers to follow and help build the community. The handle @thriving.autistic is displayed. A small, friendly purple character from our animations stands at the bottom left on a dark blue background.
Graphic promoting Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March 16–20, 2026). The design features a rainbow border and the Neurodiversity Celebration Week logo at the top. In the centre is the Thriving Autistic logo — a gold infinity symbol above the words “Thriving Autistic” on a dark blue background. At the bottom is the website www.neurodiversityweek.com .
Flyer titled “Call for Participants!” for a study called “Exploring Autistic Women’s Experience of Gender,” with a rainbow infinity symbol. It invites autistic women over 18 to take part in a neurodivergent-friendly, non-judgmental study about gender and womanhood. The study involves a confidential 25–30 minute online interview on gender identity and perception, conducted as part of a Higher Diploma in psychology. Contact: Alana at 20048476@mydbs.ie for more information.
A white flyer containing 5 text boxes with different coloured borders that have round corners. The title of each of the text boxes reads: Researcher; Research Question; Participants; Interview and Contact Details. The main title text reads: Autistic-led research, Are we there yet: Childhood Development Theories Through Autistic Lens. The Title text also includes a rainbow-coloured infinity symbol. The Bottom left-hand corner of the flyer contains five multi-coloured Russian dolls in ascending order from left to right with each one having an age bracket below to signify a period of development under the title Developmental Stages?
Cover image for Thriving Autistic’s “Discovery Programme E-book” titled “Let’s Discover More About Burnout.” The design features a navy and gold color scheme with an infinity symbol logo above the words “Thriving Autistic,” the large bold word “BURNOUT” centered on the page, and the website www.thrivingautistic.org at the bottom.
Research participant invitation flyer for autistic parents and teachers of autistic students aged 8-14. Coloured boxes contain further information about the study, researcher, what’s involved and how to sign up.
Graphic titled “Research Reshare” from Thriving Autistic (logo with gold infinity symbol). The featured study is “Everything and Nothing: Measuring Perceived Salience of Gendered Cues at the Intersection of Autism and Gender Diversity” (Pascoe et al., 2026). A highlighted quote reads: “Self-identified autistic adults, regardless of gender identity, were more likely than non-autistic adults to have higher gender-related introspection, gender expectation awareness, and gender-related rumination.” Citation at the bottom notes publication in Autism in Adulthood with DOI 10.1177/25739581261423790.
Promotional poster for Thriving Autistic’s Discovery Programme. Text reads: “Last Chance! Aged 18–24? Newly Identified Autistic? Join our Discovery Programme Tonight 18th Feb 7pm (GMT). 6 weeks. Neuro-affirming. Find out more about your Autistic identity. Build community support. Funded spaces available for Irish participants. Thanks to ReThink Ireland. Sign up now.” The bottom shows a group of smiling young adults outdoors with arms around each other, and the Thriving Autistic logo with an infinity symbol and website www.thrivingautistic.org
Research poster titled “The Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults with Cleft Lip and Palate.” The poster outlines a qualitative doctoral study using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, invites autistic adults born with cleft lip and/or palate to take part in interviews, and includes contact details for the researcher.
A colourful poster recruiting children for a research study on visual comfort. The heading reads: "Autistic and non-autistic children needed for study of visual comfort levels," with logos for the Sensory Processing, Inclusion and Neurodiversity Lab, University of Birmingham, and The Visual Comfort Project. Text explains that children aged 6 to 14 and their parents are invited to help researchers understand what images feel comfortable or uncomfortable to look at. The study can be done at the university or online and takes under two hours. Parents complete questionnaires. A section titled "Who can take part?" says children aged 6 to 14 with or without an autism diagnosis can join, and only ages 9 to 14 can take part online. A "Benefits" section lists a £10 voucher, travel costs, certificate, and summary of results for in-person participants, and a chance to win a £25 voucher online. Contact details are given for Dr Sam Tyler and Dr Cathy Manning. It states participants can withdraw at any time. The background shows a friendly illustrated garden scene with trees, a fence, a path, a dog playing with a ball, and a cat sitting nearby.
Dark blue promotional graphic with yellow “Last Chance” badge. Text reads: “Aged 18–24? Newly Identified Autistic? Join our Discovery Programme.” Details include 6 weeks, neuro-affirming support, learning about Autistic identity, building community, funded spaces available, starting 18th February 2026. A “Sign Up Now” badge appears on the right. The bottom half shows a diverse group of five young adults smiling with arms around each other in a park setting. Thriving Autistic logo and website shown.
Alt: Square promotional video with a dark blue gradient background. White text reads, “Are you or someone you know recently identified Autistic?” Above the words “Thriving Autistic” in bold capital letters. A gold infinity symbol appears above the title. In the bottom-left corner is a small circular photo of a smiling man with glasses and a beard, sitting in front of colourful artwork. On-screen text and voiceover say: “Are you, or someone you know, recently identified Autistic? You’re not alone. Thriving Autistic offers understanding, support, and practical guidance for young adults aged 18 to 24. We help you make sense of identity, wellbeing, learning, and life — in ways that honour who you are. Find your path. Build confidence. Thrive in your own way.”
A vertical video promoting the Thriving Autistic Discovery Programme for ages 18–24. A blue background displays text reading, “Aged 18–24? Newly Identified Autistic? Join our Discovery Programme. 6 weeks. Neuro-affirming. Find out more about your Autistic identity. Build community support. Funded spaces available.” Below the text is a photo of a diverse group of young adults smiling and standing outdoors together. The final screen shows the Thriving Autistic logo on a dark blue background.
“Hi, I’m Helen — late-identified Autistic and ADHD and part of thriving Autistic discovery programme team “If you’re aged 18–24, our 6-week Neuro-Affirming Discovery Programme has some availability.”“We’ll be exploring masking, sensory systems, self-advocacy, and so much more…”“…to help you feel more connected more confident and develop a greater understanding of your Autistic identity.”“New group starts 18th February — www.thrivingautistic.org
Image of purple cartoon character and Thriving Autistic logo with golden Infinity symbol on slide 1. Slide 2 has information about The Discovery Course with photo of mixed race and age group of people, text reading: Are you or someone you know recently identified autistic and aged between 18 to 24 years? Or maybe you have clients who want to discover more about their autistic identity in a neuroaffirming space. Our 6 week discovery programme offers a chance to find out more about your autistic identity and build community support. Funded spaces are available. To find out more, visit www.thrivingautistic.org. Hope to see you soon.
A promotional graphic with a dark blue background reads, “Can you help? We are looking for: Neurodivergent Neuro-Affirmative Advocates Who Specialise in Workplace Advocacy.” Below the text, a photo shows three adults in a workplace meeting, one woman speaking while holding papers and two colleagues listening. The Thriving Autistic logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Blue and gold graphic titled “Research Reshare” with the Thriving Autistic infinity logo. Title reads: “Transitioning In And Out Of Autistic Flow (Wain et al., 2026).” Quote states that autistic flow theory offers opportunities for interventions that promote autistic thriving and support psychotherapeutic approaches that embrace autistic ways of being. Full academic citation appears in small text at the bottom.
Promotional graphic with a dark blue background reading “Aged 18–24 years? Newly Identified Autistic? Join our Discovery Programme.” Subtext says “A 6 week neuro-affirming course. Find out more about your Autistic identity. Build community support,” with the website “www.thrivingautistic.org.” Below the text is a photo of a diverse group of young adults smiling with their arms around each other outdoors. The Thriving Autistic logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Cream-colored poster with a gold border promoting the Thriving Autistic Discovery Programme. The Thriving Autistic logo with an infinity symbol appears at the top. Large text reads ‘Autistic Elders,’ with supporting text ‘Let’s discover more about.’ The website www.thrivingautistic.org is shown at the bottom.”