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Let’s make every workplace autism inclusive 

World Autism Acceptance Month is an opportunity to come together, raise awareness, and foster greater understanding of the autistic community.

Each April, we invite organisations and individuals to take part in activities that help build workplaces where autistic people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

While this year’s campaign has now ended, you can still explore our free resources, access workplace inclusion materials, and discover training and support to help create lasting change all year round.

Access our workplace tools and resources
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Why it matters 

Inclusive workplaces aren’t just better for autistic people — they’re better for everyone.  When colleagues understand one another and feel safe to be themselves, teams work better, creativity flourishes, and people stay and grow.  

This April, we’re asking organisations everywhere to take small but meaningful steps toward lasting inclusion — because every conversation, poster, and pledge makes a difference. 

Go further with National Autistic Society: Learn

National Autistic Society: Learn can help your organisation embed inclusive practice that lasts.

Delivered by the National Autistic Society, our training, consultancy and accreditation services help teams move from awareness to confident, credible inclusion - all co-produced with autistic people and backed by decades of expertise.

Whether you’re just getting started or building on your progress, we’ll help you take the next step.

Explore our training, accreditation and consultancy

Partner with us to make a lasting impact 

Your organisation can make an even bigger difference by partnering with us throughout the year. 

From payroll giving to corporate partnerships, your support helps us create a society that truly works for autistic people — while meeting your organisation’s social and inclusion goals. 


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Workplace 5k challenge

Rally your colleagues to take on a fun, virtual fitness challenge, and help us make 2026 our biggest World Autism Acceptance Month yet.

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Payroll giving

Payroll giving is an easy way for your employees to give to the National Autistic Society tax-free and direct from their pay.

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Corporate partnerships

Join us in a strategic partnership and help create a more inclusive society that transforms lives and changes attitudes.

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Stay connected

Keep learning, stay inspired, and continue your inclusion journey beyond April.

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