29/09/2026
Want to better understand what it means to be autistic and learn how to be a supportive ally?
Join The Autistic Collective CIC - East Renfrewshire and Marion McLaughlin of Aurora Consulting for this free online session on Tuesday 6 October, 10am to 12pm.
Open to parents, carers and professionals in East Renfrewshire, the webinar will explore autism, challenge common myths, and offer practical guidance on supporting autistic people of all ages.
🔗 Register: www.autistic-collective.org
Can't make it live? Registered participants will receive access to the recording and additional resources.
💚 Funded through the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, supported by VAER The Community Hub East Ren.
COMING SOON! ⭐️ What does it mean to be Autistic really, and how can I be a better ally?
Marion McLaughlin ⭐️ Tuesday 6th October
Open to parents, family carers and professionals in East Renfrewshire
We’re delighted Marion McLaughlin at Aurora Consulting will be joining The Autistic Collective over the Autumn to deliver a brand new trilogy of webinars!
Our FIRST OF THREE SESSIONS takes place on Zoom on Tuesday 6th October from 10.00am - 12.00pm.
‘What does it mean to be Autistic really, and how can I be a better ally?’ explores what it actually means to be Autistic.
We will separate fact from fiction and help to tool you up to discuss with your child what it means to be Autistic to them (including adult ‘children’).
This session will be followed by a short Q&A session and discussion, and includes:
✨ ️What does it mean to be Autistic?
✨️ Mythbusting
✨️ What is the Autistic spectrum, including PDA?
✨️ Monotropism
✨️ Helping your child (of all ages) embrace their neurotype
✨️ What does allyship mean?
This ONLINE event is open to parents and carers AND professionals in East Renfrewshire, supporting folks of ALL AGES (including adults) and at ALL STAGES of their journeys.
Our upcoming trilogy of sessions is made possible thanks to the support of the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, delivered locally by VAER The Community Hub East Ren and funded by Scottish Government.
⭐️ HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE SESSION ON 6th OCTOBER?
Please register to book your fully-funded place using the link below.
Register at www.autistic-collective.org
Can't join us live, please don't worry. All registrants will receive access to the recording plus extra resources (the Q&A part of the session won't be recorded)
Any queries, or for further info please email [email protected]
⭐️ WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE SPEAKER?
Marion McLaughlin
Marion is the Managing Director of Aurora Autistic Consulting, an initiative aiming to ensure that people, businesses, institutions and cultures understand the needs of the Autistic community.
In addition to being a late identified Autistic, Marion is a qualified Primary teacher and former charity CEO.
Marion has significant experience of working with Autistic people of all ages and abilities on a wide range of issues ranging from supporting Autistic toddlers to preparing to move into a care home and a great many things in between.
An experienced trainer, Marion has experience working with senior leaders in a wide variety of settings to ensure the greatest possible inclusivity for Autistic people.
Marion founded and chairs Autistic Pride Aberdeen, hosting multiple events per year.
Marion also released what they believe to be the first ever picture book on Autistic Pride earlier this year, Morven's First Autistic Pride.
Marion is also a member of the LGBT+ community and a passionate advocate for improved health care for Autistic people.
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Big thanks, as always to Laura, James and Chris for all the wonderful support!
