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All different types of brains are normal, but greater understanding has not led to more money for autism. As a graduate in the 1980s, Simon Baron‑Cohen taught autistic children at a special school in London. Little was known about autism then, and people often misheard him, assuming he taught “artistic children”. Read more from Simon about neurodiversity.

Are you 13-16? Want to make a difference and help deaf young people across the UK? Apply to become a member of our Young People’s Advisory Board (YAB) 2020 – 2022! The next YAB will be made up of 19 young people from across the UK and offers an exciting opportunity for young people to meet other deaf young people, learn new skills and make a difference. Each Board takes part in 6 weekends away and picks a campaign that is really important to them! Not sure about something or just want more information? You can e-mail cyp@ndcs.org.uk

Do you have a child with complex health needs and a life limiting/threatening condition at transition age? Sign up for the Council for Disabled Children’s specialist ‘Expert Parent’ module, written and delivered by experienced parent carers, to learn about: Your family’s rights, Moving into adult healthcare services, Increasing your confidence with health professionals. Contact Anna Gill to get involved: thegills@btconnect.com

This meeting is for people with learning disabilities, carers and service providers to come together to discuss and explore matters of concern. Please feel free to share this invitation with someone you feel may be interested.

When: Wednesday 16 October 10.30 am to 12.30 pm (Doors open from 10.00am)

Where: Derby West Indian Community Association Centre, Carrington Street, Derby, DE1 2ND.

Confirm your attendance at pamela.thompson@derby.gov.uk or phone 01332 643472.

Disability Rights UK and the education and youth think and action-tank, LKMco, have published a report exploring young disabled people’s educational experiences. This report explores young disabled people’s educational experiences, as well as young people’s attitudes towards disability and disabled people. The findings in this report provide a vital insight into the school experience of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).