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Rachel talks about her experience of using voluntary and temporary roles as a means of gaining useful skills, and to avoid the stress of interviews Read more
Mahlia explains how 'triggers' in the workplace affect her well-being, and how they might influence her art Read more
Our blogger Oliver talks about his experience of AI assessed video selection and what he learned from appearing in a BBC documentary on the use of AI Read more
Mahlia continues the story of her experience of applying for Access to Work and of having someone working for her. Read more
Mahlia describes her experience of applying for Access to Work funding for a Support Worker Read more
Aimee and Helen, autistic researchers both diagnosed later in life, discuss their workplace experiences Read more
Mahlia gives her personal, autistic perspective on coping with online meetings Read more
Underemployment - working in a role below the level of qualifications or skills - is common for autistic people. Rachel describes how this came about for her. Read more
Mahlia talks about the impact that the pandemic has had on her relationship with work and how the ongoing transitions in working arrangements continue to affect her Read more
Charlotte discusses the link between labels, status, worth and wellbeing. She asks for respect, whatever the role Read more
Our new guest blogger, Rachel, talks about her experience of diagnosis and how being diagnosed as an adult has impacted her experience of employment Read more
Our guest blogger and artist Mahlia enjoys being self-employed, here she gives her tips for success. Read more
‘All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players’. So goes the much-loved Shakespeare line, but at what point do we shed the role and be our authentic selves? Read more
Our guest blogger Mahlia talks about the positive impact of practising mindfulness on her mental health Read more
Mahlia describes her ideal work environment when considering what could go right when starting a new job Read more
Our guest blogger Charlotte talks about her personal experience of communication / miscommunication in interviews and workplaces Read more
Mahlia debunks the myths about autism and explains why it matters in the workplace Read more
Our guest blogger Mahlia gives her tips to managers on managing an autistic employee Read more
Workplace socialising doesn't suit everyone for a variety of reasons. Here Mahlia gives her personal view. Read more
Alexandra talks to us about supporting her son to choose and engage in meaningful activities Read more
Mahlia shares her own experience and tips on disclosing her autism Read more
Mahlia is a fan of having a buddy in employment settings. In this blog she gives her 5 reasons for why a buddy is so useful for autistic employees. Read more
For mental health awareness week, The Goth discusses his view on the impact of employment and unemployment on mental health Read more
The first World Autism Awareness day was in 2008. Should we be moving beyond awareness? The Goth shares his experience. Read more
Visual artist Mahlia Amatina discussed her own experience of disclosing autism to employers Read more