Autism Initiatives Scotland

16/04/2026

We asked the team at Autism Initiatives Scotland what they value about being part of an organisation that works alomgside autistic people to fulfil their aspirations. Here's a wonderful insight from a team member in Edinburgh! 🌟

07/04/2026

This we're looking back at our One Vision Many Voices Knowledge Sharing Event.

Members of the staff team from all over the UK came together to discuss changes to autism Practice, Quality of Life indicators and the new AI Way, which includes:
- Health and Wellbeing
- Choice, Autonomy and Control
- Social Connections
- Identity
- Aspirations
- Home

Our National Director of Scotland, Catherine Steedman, spoke about autism and Identity.

Thank you to Live Event Illustrator and Graphic Recorder, Anna Rickards, for creating this piece of artwork summarising Catherine's talk.

05/04/2026

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Easter! 🐰🌷

02/04/2026

Happy World Autism Acceptance Day! 💙🧡
Today, and every day, we’re celebrating the incredible strengths, talents, and perspectives of autistic people everywhere.

At Autism Initiatives, our mission is to move beyond just "awareness." We’re all about acceptance, inclusion, and empowerment. Every day, we see firsthand the amazing contributions autistic individuals make to our communities, and today is all about honouring each person's unique journey.

Let’s work together to create a world where everyone is understood and supported to be their authentic selves.

Keep your eyes peeled, as over the next few days we'll be sharing how the teams at our services are celebrating.

24/03/2026

Sign Up to take part in Tough Mudder this year with a Charity Place 🤩

All you need to do is pledge to raise £500 for Autism Initiatives and to increase Autism Acceptance and Understanding along the way 😊

If you’d like to take part secure your place here https://fundraise.autisminitiatives.org/tough-mudder-2026

🌟 Edinburgh Tough Mudder challenge
Takes place on 6th June 2026
📍 Hopetoun Estate EH30 9RW/EH52 6PZ - Historic estate near South Queensferry, just 10 miles from Edinburgh.

Get ready to conquer these epic obstacles! 💪

Autism Initiatives is a charity providing specialist autism support for children and adults across the UK, Ireland and Isle of Man since 1972.

24/03/2026

Walk for Autism is an exciting fundraising challenge to walk 10,000 steps a day for 8 days.

01/03/2026

Hello March! Do something amazing this month and sign up for Walk for Autism 🌷 🚶
The challenge takes place from 26th March - 2nd April.
Sign up at www.walkforautism.co.uk

14/02/2026

We baked valentines biscuits 🍪

06/02/2026

Did you spot us ?

Registration for Walk for Autism 2026 is now open, inviting all ages to step up to the fundraising challenge. Autism Initiatives welcomes participants to get involved in the fun and fundraise for autism projects across Edinburgh and more locations across the UK.

30/01/2026

We are proud to introduce the Autism Acceptance Tartan, now available on our website.

Designed in partnership with the Autism Acceptance Clan, this tartan was created through genuine community collaboration during National Autism Acceptance Month 2025. A public survey invited input from the neurodivergent community and their supporters, ensuring the colours and symbolism truly reflect the people it represents.

The design includes 20 white threads to mark the 20th Anniversary of Number 6 One Stop Shop for Autistic Adults, a vital service provided by Autism Initiatives Scotland. A yellow stripe represents ‘Au’ for gold, widely used within the autism community as shorthand for autism.

Every element of this tartan celebrates diversity, strength and unity, creating a design that is both deeply meaningful and proudly Scottish.

Explore the Autism Acceptance Tartan via the link below 👇

29/01/2026

Our recruitment event in takes place THIS SATURDAY 31st January!

If you're looking for an exciting new role in the Scottish Borders this new year, then come along!

Pop in any time from 10am-2pm and chat to our friendly team about our Support Worker opportunities across our Housing & Outreach services ⭐️

There is also the opportunity to interview on the day.

We hope to see you there 😀

For any questions before or after the event, please call our recruitment team on 0131 551 7260.

Address: Autism Initiatives, 54 Ladhope Vale, Galashiels, TD1 1BT – located on the 1st floor