Welcome to Autistic Minds

Autistic Minds is the new name for The Autism Directory Charity. We've been supporting and celebrating the autistic community since 2010.

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Its Transgender Awareness Week!

Transgender awareness week is a time to uplift and support transgender individuals, but it’s also an opportunity to recognise the unique experiences of transgender people within the autism community. Here are some practical tips on how to be a supportive ally to transgender autistic people.

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Supporting Transgender autistic people: Practical tips for allies

Awesome goodies now on Shopify!

Autistic Minds offers a variety of volunteer work placements and paid job opportunities for autistic adults via our enterprises. We're now proud to announce that we are live on Shopify!

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Thank you

A huge thank you to visitors and exhibitors alike for making this year's Autistic Minds LIVE show as amazing as ever!

Stay tuned - we have videos of the seminars coming soon!
The Resin Rat stand at Autistic Minds LIVE Cardiff 2024

Autistic Minds Caerphilly Community Hub

Visit us at 4A Market Street, Caerphilly for autism support, skills development and social groups. View our range of autism related merchandise too!

Caerphilly Community Hub

Our vision is a world where autistic adults have equal access to opportunities, support and services, and form an integral part of their communities.

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Orangebox Christmas Fayre

OrangeBox Christmas Fayre

We’re really pleased to announce that we will once again be attending the Orangebox Christmas Fayre alongside our enterprises Ambition Prints UK, Green Valley Workshop and Resin Rat

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Supporting Transgender autistic people: Practical tips for allies

Supporting transgender autistic people: practical tips

Transgender awareness week is a time to uplift and support transgender individuals, but it’s also an opportunity to recognise the unique experiences of transgender people within the autism community. Allies, including family members, friends, and caregivers, play an essential role in providing meaningful support that respects both their gender and neurodiverse identities. Here are some practical tips on how to be a supportive ally to transgender autistic people.

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National Stress Awareness Day: read the blog!

Autistic Minds UK presents our blog on stress and autism.

In this piece, we explore a vital question: Why is stress different for autistic individuals

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Autistic Minds Charity Brochure 2024

Check out our 2024 Autistic Minds Charity Brochure!

Find out more about who we are and what we do! This brochure can be viewed on device or downloaded to view later

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Watch the Seminars from Autistic Minds LIVE Cardiff 2024

Check out some of the brilliant talks and seminars from our guest speakers at this year's LIVE event in Cardiff

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Financial Independence for Autistic Individuals: Practical Steps to Start Today

Financial Independence for autistic people: Practical steps

It's National Talk Money Week!
In support of this important week, we’re excited to share our latest blog, "Financial Independence for Autistic Individuals: Practical Steps to Start Today." From budgeting tips to financial tools, we’ve put together actionable advice to help empower autistic individuals on the journey to financial independence. Dive in and discover ways to build confidence in managing money!

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Autistic Minds LIVE Cardiff 2022 Visitor Feedback

"Thank you, I have a son who has been newly diagnosed with ASD as a teenager and it is great to see how I can access more support. This has given me hope for his future."

Visitor - Autistic Minds LIVE
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"We had a fantastic experience exhibiting!"

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Dan and Alex 2023

"I've not stopped waxing poetic about your event last year and how great it was run, attended and felt like an honest to god event. On more than one occasion, both Dan and I have been made to feel our attendance was a quota.
They roll us out with the 'look - we're inclusive!' banner. It's tedious. CAS 22 had such a family and community vibe - one I have not felt since!"

Alex Watts - Aspie World

“Excellent. Brilliant to have so many useful applicable organisations in one place. Everyone very approachable and friendly. Vast amount of options/advice available.”

Visitor - Autistic Minds LIVE

Want to share your experience with us to others?

At Autistic Minds UK, we support the autistic community from all walks of life through our shared experiences. Our shared experiences matter because they are grounded in real life and relatable to others. If you feel that your experience with us has helped you in any way, please take a moment to share that with us by filling out a short form. Only with your consent will we use your feedback publicly. Thank you

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Autistic Minds UK is now in its 15th year of supporting and celebrating the autistic community.

Our charity delivers a range of support, services and ventures across Wales, and a HelpHub that covers the UK.

We are incredibly proud that 80% of our team of 48 charity staff are autistic. We use our lived experience of autism to create powerful solutions and opportunities for the autistic community to build a better future for themselves

What we do

How we can help

Find out more about our range of support and services

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The Autistic Minds Employment Programme

We help autistic adults move closer to employment

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Contact us

Call us on 01443 844764 or use our contact form

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We are here to help.

Wherever you are in your autism journey, we're here to support you. Call us for advice, guidance, or just a friendly chat with someone who understands.

01443 844764[email protected]