Panel Presentation: Improve accessibility and become more welcoming to a wider audience!!!!
Over the past four years the Life Science Centre and North East Autism Society have been working in partnership to give the autistic community a voice and through doing so have increased accessibility within the centre. Don’t take our word for it. Zoe a 13-year-old autistic child, will tell you if the community has a respected voice. Through sharing inspirational practices, this session will bring this award-winning partnership to life, enabling you to see communities through a new lens. Zoe and Nic will be joined by David Jones, Community Liaison Manager, International Centre for Life and Kerrie Highcock, Family Development Manager at the North East Autism Society.
Biography
Zoe
Hi, my name is Zoe King, and I am 13 years old. I am autistic. I have significant sensory needs and ADHD. I have been an autistic advocate since 2020 and spoken at 5 international conferences, to date, concentrating on making sensory safe places for autistic people. I work with various local businesses and charities helping give young autistic perspectives on their policies and access documents.
Nic
Hi, my name is Nic King, and I am Zoe’s mum. My passion is educating, training, and writing about autism.