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The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.

04/09/2026

🏃‍♂️💜 Meet Adam, one of our incredible London Marathon runners!

Adam, 29, discovered a love of running through a Couch to 5K programme four years ago, and what started as a new challenge has become a huge part of his life. As a member of a National Autistic Society social group, he has built friendships, grown in confidence, and embraced new experiences.

Now, Adam is taking on his biggest challenge yet, the London Marathon, to raise funds and awareness for the National Autistic Society, a cause close to his heart.

💬 "I want to show that being autistic shouldn't be a barrier to achieving your goals, trying new things, building friendships, or living life to the fullest."

If you'd like to support Adam on his marathon journey, please consider donating to his JustGiving page by clicking the link below. Every donation, no matter how small, will help make a difference for autistic people and their families. 💜

https://www.justgiving.com/page/adam-m-5

🏃‍♂️ Thank you for your support, and good luck, Adam!

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03/09/2026

🌟 Make a Difference in Your Community – Volunteer with Us! 🌟

Are you passionate about supporting autistic people and their families? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers across Northern Ireland to help create a more inclusive and supportive community. 💜

Whether you're: ✨ Supporting local branches and groups
✨ Helping at events and activities
✨ Raising awareness in your community
✨ Bringing people together through volunteering

Your time and talents can make a real difference.

There are lots of ways to get involved, including joining an existing branch or even starting one in your local area!

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster to speak with our Senior Branch and Volunteering Engagement Officer, Gemma McCullough, and find out more about the opportunities available. You can also apply through the links below.

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/116344-branch-chair-volunteer-northern-ireland-south-belfast-branch-2026-05-25

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/116346-branch-volunteer-northern-ireland-south-belfast-2026-05-25

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/116345-branch-treasurer-volunteer-northern-ireland-south-belfast-branch-2026-05-25

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/114797-branch-treasurer-volunteer-northern-ireland-armagh-2026-05-05

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/114796-branch-volunteer-northern-ireland-armagh-branch-2026-05-05

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/116348-branch-treasurer-volunteer-northern-ireland-ballymena-branch-2026-05-25

https://nas.goassemble.com/opportunities/116347-branch-volunteer-northern-ireland-ballymena-branch-2026-05-25

Together, we can create positive change and support autistic people to thrive in their communities.

💜 Volunteer with the National Autistic Society today and be part of something meaningful.

02/09/2026

🎉 What a fantastic way to wrap up our Summer Activity Group in Randalstown! ☀️

Our young people had an amazing time celebrating at their end-of-programme party, with plenty of pizza 🍕, bouncy castles 🎈 and lots of smiles and laughter all round.

It has been wonderful to see everyone having fun, making memories and building friendships throughout the summer.

A huge thank you to all of the young people who joined us over the past few months. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did, and we can't wait to see you again soon!

01/09/2026

A big welcome to Willow!

It's been lovely to see Willow settling into our evening club at our Randalstown Centre and finding her favourite spaces within the centre.

Willow particularly enjoys spending time in our River Room, a calming space where she can relax on the water bed, enjoy the gentle glow of the LED lighting and take in the soothing music and visuals from the projector.

It's wonderful to see Willow enjoying this peaceful environment and using the space to relax and recharge. We are so happy to have you with us, Willow!

28/08/2026

‘Go to the toilet’

This phrase doesn’t actually explain what you do when you go to the toilet. For an autistic child, this can be just one of a variety of reasons toilet training can be challenging.

In this professional article, Senior Trainer Consultant, Lorraine MacAlister, offers strategies and preparation to help you support autistic children during toileting 👇

bit.ly/toiletingandautisticchildren

27/08/2026

It’s wonderful to see our Juniors Group thriving at the Randalstown Centre! 🌟

Our young people have been making the most of everything the centre has to offer, from exploring our outdoor spaces and bouncing on the trampolines to relaxing on the water bed and enjoying our sensory equipment. Most importantly they are having fun!

Just look at those smiles! 😊 We’re delighted to provide a welcoming space where young people can connect, play, and be themselves.

26/08/2026

🐶 Happy National Dog Day! 🐶

Today we're celebrating our four-legged friends, and we'd like to introduce you to Tiny and her owner Katie! ❤️

Katie is a valued member of our Women's Group, and has successfully completed our Mentoring Programme.

Tiny has been part of Katie's family for the past six years after being rescued from Mid Antrim Sanctuary. At around 16 years old, she's proof that age is just a number! Despite living with heart disease and dementia, Tiny still enjoys the occasional zoomies and a little playtime. 🐾

As Katie says, you simply can't slow a Jack Russell down! Fiercely loyal, Tiny refuses to go for walks with anyone else and is the perfect example of why dogs are often called our best friends. 💕

Let's celebrate all the amazing dogs who bring companionship, comfort and joy to our lives every day. Share a photo of your furry friend in the comments! 🐕🐾

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25/08/2026

A warm welcome to Antoine!

We're so pleased to have Antoine join our evening club at our Randalstown Centre. He's been settling in wonderfully and is already making himself at home across our different spaces.

Antoine has particularly enjoyed spending time outdoors, with our three outdoor spaces giving him plenty of opportunities to explore and relax. He's also been enjoying our calming acoustic benches inside the centre, taking some time to unwind and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

We look forward to seeing Antoine continue to grow in confidence and make lots of happy memories along the way!

24/08/2026

🧱✨ We were delighted to welcome Bricks 4 Kidz to our Summer Activity Group at our Carryduff Centre last week for a fantastic LEGO® building workshop!

Everyone got stuck in, showed off their creativity, and had great fun bringing their LEGO® creations to life. It was wonderful to see so much enthusiasm, teamwork, and imagination throughout the session.

A huge thank you to Bricks 4 Kidz for delivering such an enjoyable and engaging workshop. 🌟

21/08/2026

We were delighted to have Rory & Bronagh from the National Autistic Society NI, attend the launch of 'Every Child Matters- A Parent's Guide to SEN in NI'.

This fantastic resource has been developed to make it easier for families to find clear and accessible information about SEN support, local services and organisations, financial help and useful contacts across Northern Ireland.

It was wonderful to see so many organisations, charities and support services come together for such an important event, and we're grateful to Cheryl Brownlee MLA for bringing this valuable resource to families.

We are pleased to have a digital copy of the booklet available to share with parents and families who need it. If you would like a copy, please get in touch with us.

Address

Eastbank House, Eastbank Road
Carryduff
BT88BD

Website

http://www.autism.org.uk/

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