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- Sep 9
Introducing Personal User Manuals in the Workplace
Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace doesn’t have to be complicated. One practical tool that can make a significant difference...
- Aug 28
Autism Myth-Busting: Everyone is a Little Bit Autistic
One of the most common myths about autism is the idea that "everyone is a little bit autistic". While this phrase is often used with...
- Aug 21
Your Autistic Identity: Responses from the Autism Guernsey Community Survey
Towards the end of June 2024, we created a questionnaire to explore how autistic adults in the Autism Guernsey community felt about the...
- Aug 20
Autism Guernsey's Children Services Will Cease in December 2024
Autism Guernsey's Children Services will cease in December after the BBC's Children in Need has rejected the local charity's application...
- Jul 23
Autism Myth-Busting: Autistic People Don't Feel Emotions or Empathy
One of the most commonly expressed myths about autism is that autistic people don’t feel emotions or empathy. This misconception not only...
- Jul 15
The Benefits of Autism Awareness Training for Your Workplace
Creating an inclusive environment is essential in today’s workforce. This means understanding and embracing neurodiversity, including...
- Jul 15
New Autism Guernsey Chairman is David Harry
Autism Guernsey is delighted to announce the appointment of David Harry as Chairman, to succeed Andrew Warren, who retired from the post...
- Jun 17
Your Autistic Identity: A Survey for Autistic Adults
We would like to write an article for the Autism Guernsey blog featuring quotes from autistic adults (18 and over) sharing their thoughts...
- Jun 3
Why the Concept of Self-Identity Can Present Challenges for Autistic People
Understanding who you are is important for personal growth and social interactions. For autistic people, figuring out their identity can...
- May 28
Neuro… What Now? (A Short Guide to Neurodiversity Terminology)
Language is constantly evolving, and this is especially true when it comes to discussing neurodiversity. The terms we use to describe a...
- May 22
Autism and Menopause: A Selection of Resources
According to Dr Annabeth Groenman , post-doctorate researcher at the University of Amsterdam, there is "a lack of evidence and knowledge...
- May 14
Supporting Autistic Colleagues and Customers: Communication and Sensory Considerations
In any workplace, understanding and respecting the diverse needs of our colleagues and customers is key to creating an inclusive...
- Apr 23
Autism Guernsey Sleep Training Programme – June and July 2024
We are pleased to announce our sleep training programme for parents or carers of un/diagnosed autistic children. The aim of the programme...
- Apr 22
Try This One Thing Next Time You Feel Stressed or Anxious: The Physiological Sigh
Stress and anxiety are common experiences for many of us, but autistic people can encounter these feelings particularly intensely. A...
- Apr 10
Thinking About Introducing "Quiet Hours" at Your Shop? Here Are Some Suggestions...
We are delighted to report that a number of local retailers have contacted us for advice on introducing "Quiet Hours" recently, to ensure...
- Apr 8
But You Don't Look Autistic Talk – Audio and Video Recording
We're delighted to share the video and audio versions of Martine's sold-out talk below. Video Audio
- Apr 3
Second Date Announced For "But You Don't Look Autistic" (A Talk by Martine Ellis)
Upcoming Event On 2 April 2024, our Education Manager, Martine Ellis, delivered a talk at the Guille-Allès Library to mark the start of...
- Mar 20
Art for Guernsey and Autism Guernsey Celebrate Neurodiversity Week
On Thursday,14 March 2024, Art for Guernsey hosted members of Autism Guernsey’s My Time Play Time and Amazing Club to celebrate...
- Mar 4
Understanding the Seven Types of Rest (From an Autistic Perspective)
Rest: we know we need to do it, and often, we know how to do it. It's just sometimes it's really difficult. Especially if you are...
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