Prevention is better than cure. Bullying causes serious long-term emotional consequences, it’s time for preventative options using education rather than treating the problem once it manifests.
Socialisation
We all need a MATE. MATES is an acronym for Mates Assisting To Engage Socially, it's about fostering social inclusion in schools, the workforce & society.
Employment
Productive employment, and decent work for all is one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals which Autism MATES is very much aligned with.
Celebration
We work on a strengths-based model. At Autism MATES we celebrate the individual and help them develop their own unique abilities. Our Model MATES events and Speaking events place our autistic participants front and centre on stage,