Autism Hero Awards - Anna Kennedy Online Charity

20/06/2026

🌟 The AnnaKennedyonline Charity Autism Hero Awards 2027 Are Launching Next Week! 🌟

We are delighted to announce that nominations for the AnnaKennedyonline Charity Autism Hero Awards 2027 will open next week.

These awards celebrate the incredible individuals, families, professionals, organisations, and community champions who make a positive difference in the lives of autistic people and their families.

🎬 We will also be sharing the highlights video from our recent awards event, created by our wonderful charity patron Lauren Russell

🏆 With 11 award categories to choose from, we encourage you to nominate the Autism Heroes who inspire you and deserve recognition for their dedication, achievements, and support of the autism community.

Watch this space for nomination details and category information coming next week.
Together, let's celebrate the people who make a real difference every day.


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Photo Terry Scott
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13/06/2026

article by Steven Smith This year’s much-anticipated Autism & Art Show, taking place on 24th July 2026, promises to be a powerful celebration of creativity,

14/05/2026

A Night to Remember: The Autism Hero Awards - read more at SEND Tutoring

13/05/2026

From the moment guests arrived, there was a genuine warmth in the room. That is the magic of Anna Kennedy Online. This is not simply a charity event where people turn up out of obligation, smile for photographs and disappear before dessert. There is real love here. Real loyalty. Real community spirit. Anna Kennedy has spent years building an organisation that supports autistic people and their families while celebrating achievements that too often go unnoticed by mainstream society. That atmosphere of kindness and inclusion filled every corner of the evening.

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Heart Stopper Bradley Riches There are few things more dangerous than an awards ceremony that forgets the audience. We have all been there. The initial excitement, the pre-dinner drinks, the photog…

10/05/2026

I have 3 categories to personally choose from and Dr Carol Stott was the winner of one of my categories .

' It gives me enormous pleasure to present this Special Recognition Award to someone who has been both a long-standing friend and a deeply respected professional within the autism community: Dr Carol Stott.
Carol is one of those rare people who combines professional knowledge, intellectual rigour and genuine humanity. She has spent many years working in the field of autism, helping families, professionals and organisations to better understand autistic people not as a label, but as individuals with their own strengths, challenges, personalities and potential.
Over the years, I have seen Carol’s commitment at close hand. She has always brought thoughtfulness, honesty and care to this work. She listens carefully, speaks with clarity, and never loses sight of the person behind the paperwork, the assessment or the professional discussion.
Carol has also been a wonderful friend to me and to Anna Kennedy Online. She has supported our work with kindness, generosity and encouragement. In a world where people can sometimes speak loudly without listening deeply, Carol has always stood out as someone who brings calm, wisdom and integrity.
This award is not simply about one achievement. It is about years of dedication. It is about the families, professionals and members of the autism community who have benefited from her knowledge, compassion and commitment to improving understanding.
Carol, you are respected, valued and very much loved by those who know you. Thank you for your friendship, your support, and your continued contribution to the autism community.'





Dr Carol Stott

10/05/2026

What an unforgettable evening at our AnnaKennedyonline Charity Autism Hero Awards! ✨

We are so proud to celebrate this year’s incredible winners each one truly inspiring, compassionate and making a real difference in the autism community and beyond.

🏆 Human Animal Bond Award
Anais Meaker & Misha

🏆 Charity Supporter of the Year Award
Kieron Lee

🏆 Special Recognition Award
Dr Carol Stott

🏆 Celebrity Role Model Award
Bradley Riches

🏆 Sibling of the Year Award
Charlie Byford

🏆 Creative Arts & Media Award
Charlotte Faulconbridge

🏆 Young Person of the Year Award
Evan Barnwell

🏆 Personal Achievement Award
Jack Roberts

🏆 Outstanding Community Award
Ty Bowring

🏆 The Lifetime Award
Jonathan Andrews

🏆 Parent/Carer Award
Javanna Jack-Blake

🏆 Leading Business Award
Craig Henderson

🏆 Outstanding Education Award
Danny Yates

🏆 People’s Autism Hero Award
Aimee Bradley

Every winner has shown extraordinary dedication, kindness, courage and passion. Your achievements inspire us all and remind us how powerful acceptance, inclusion and community can be.

Thank you to everyone who supported this very special evening and helped make the Charity Autism Hero Awards such a huge success. Together we are changing lives and celebrating the amazing strengths and talents within the autism community.

Thank you to all my amazing AKO volunteers, sponsors and judges our charity would not exist with out all of your wonderful support!

Congratulations once again to all our wonderful winners and finalists! 👏