Over the past two and a half years Bristol Autism Support has delivered the South West hub programme for Autism Central; work we are extremely proud of given the impact the team achieved in creating a community where parents, carers and personal assistants can learn, share and support each other. The full impact of the programme to date can be viewed here
The Autism Central programme was built by a partnership of eight not for profit organisations:
- National Autistic Society (Lead Organisation)
- Ambitious about Autism
- Autism Alliance
- Autistica
- British Institute of Learning Disabilities
- Contact
- GMT Statutory Reform Programme Limited (GMT)
- National Network of Parent Carer Forums
The programme was delivered by seven regional delivery partners:
- Aspens
- Bristol Autism Support
- Contact (London)
- Contact (Midlands)
- Daisy Chain
- Essex County Council
- GMT
Across this time over 30,000 parents and carers have joined events, connected with peer educators, and gained confidence in navigating life and supporting autistic people. We are proud of what has been achieved and we extend our thanks to all involved and for the commitment shown to ensure the success of the programme to date.
From 1st October 2025, the Autism Central programme will transition to and be led by Anna Freud, whilst NHS England continues to fund the programme.
Full information can be found here
You can reach out to them via email at autismcentral@annafreud.org
