Hello, my name is George, and I’m a 12-year-old autistic boy who makes Pawsome Dog Treats. I sell them at The Tuscan Farm Shop in Burnham Market and hope to expand in 2025.

Sunbeams supports autistic people aged 6 to 75+. We showcase crafts made by our service users, from jewellery to artwork, helping them build confidence and experience.

I'm Sophie, 30 years old and based in Norwich. I'm an Autistic female.

I make Needlefelt creatures, little friends who can be small enough to fit in a pocket, be key rings or desk buddies!

I work across many mediums, including video, photography, and street art. My work has been displayed in exhibitions, and my videos and photography have been used in films and television.

I'm Kade Peregrine, I'm an autistic crafter local to Norwich, been selling my crafts since 2016. My stall will sell a collection of handmade cards, stickers and badges that I have designed, in addition to hand-painted ceramics, decorative items, crochet accessories and jewellery.

I’m Claire and I create guided meditation/relaxation recordings.

Within my own journey as an autistic person, I’ve struggled with anxiety, sensory overload and meltdowns. I invite you to come and experience a short meditation/relaxation recording and connect with me on YouTube and Instagram

My DIY illustration/design shop - mostly wonky comic-style artwork in various forms (pins, stickers, cards and zines).

I make handmade jewellery using real flowers and other naturally occurring materials

Healthwatch Norfolk is the local health and social care champion for the County. We make sure NHS leaders and other decision-makers hear your voice and use patient, carer and community feedback to improve care. We can also help people to find reliable and trustworthy information and advice.
Your feedback is used to better understand the challenges facing the NHS and other care providers and your experiences can help improve health and care for everyone.

BUILD is a Norfolk-based independent registered charity providing social, leisure and learning opportunities for anyone, with any disability, aged 18 or over, in Norfolk. We host around 300 community-based activities in mainly the Norwich and Dereham areas, including meals out, gym sessions, ten-pin bowling nights, gardening projects, countryside walks, days out short breaks and holidays, as well as a weekly social club. All our activities take place on weekday evenings and at weekends. Visit our website for further details and a copy of our latest programme.

The DRAGONs (Disability Real Action Group of Norfolk) are a group of young people with disabilities that are looking to make sure that SEND opportunities, in Norfolk, are accessible and that young people are enjoying their services.

NANSA provides support from infancy; often working alongside families prior to any formal diagnosis of their child’s condition. Nansa will collaborate with every family to ensure their child’s specific needs are met, promoting development and progression through an innovative and therapeutic programme of early intervention and support.
The Nansa Family Centre is based in Norwich (Woodcock Road), it offers a safe, calm, friendly, and non-judgemental environment; for families to access specialist support and meet other inspirational parents, carers, and children facing similar challenges.
Learn more about the specific programmes we offer by clicking on our website link; as of January 2021 this includes the SENsational Families programme, which offers a range of specialist advice and support for children (and their families) with SEND.

Autism Anglia is an independent charity that provides care and support to autistic children, adults, and their families in East Anglia. Our Vision is to create an accepting society where autistic people are understood, able to access opportunities and fulfil their potential.
Through our specialist co-educational school, residential and supported living, assessment and diagnosis service and outreach programme, we’re helping to ensure autistic children, adults, and their families can thrive, every day.

If you have a health condition or a disability that affects your ability to work, you can get assistance and advice on returning to the workplace at your local Jobcentre Plus. For additional support, you may be referred to the Disability Employment Advisor for advice on health & disability. Whether you have just lost your job or have been out of work for a long time, the Disability Employment Advisor is trained to be able to help you to find work or to gain new skills for a job. We can help with work preparation, recruitment, interview coaching and even confidence building.

The REST Community Wellbeing Hubs are walk in support services based in the heart of our communities.
We provide daily drop in support, 6 weeks of 1-2-1, a group provision and an out of hours Evening Sanctuary provision to people who are experiencing mental health difficulties in a non-clinical environment.
REST is a partnership project that brings together mental health support and local services creating a welcoming space for everyone.

S&L Safe cut kits is a not for profit company putting together safety and prevention kits specifically designed to support individuals who are affected by self harm

We're a registered charity who offer individualised work experience placements in our pre-loved clothes swap shop and honesty book library in Castle Quarter, Norwich. 80% of people (mostly 18-24 but no upper age restrictions) report a disability, many of them hidden disabilties. We'd like to be able to talk to people and families about our offer which helps to build skills, confidence and self belief in a supportive environment tailored to the individual's needs.

Family Voice Norfolk is the parent carer forum for families of babies, children and young people aged up to 25 who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)

We will support all service users affected by an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) regardless of age or what stage of life they are at. We aim to offer guidance, practical advice and support whether you are personally affected or you are a family member, carer, friend or professional. We will actively champion the rights of all people affected by ASD and aim to make a positive difference in their lives while delivering a service that is accessible, reliable and trustworthy. We offer:
-An Information Service
-Support and Social groups
-Training and E-Learning
-Resource Booklets

The Information Stand is your go-to place for all things Now That's What I Call Autism! 2025.

Our friendly guides are here to keep you informed about the day's schedule, event locations, and timings. If you need directions or assistance, this should be your first stop!

You can also pick up breakout cards from this stand.

Here is where our performers will take to the stage to showcase their talents!

Timings of the performances can be found on the screens, in your event guide or by asking one of our guides

To meet our performers and find out when they will be on click here

Artisim is a newly established art session in Norfolk for adults with autism. Offering creative skills in the community to those who find education and other social settings difficult to navigate. Giving autistic adults a voice through art and other creative experiences.

Join in with a free still-life painting workshop throughout the day.

Words of Affirmation are powerful, visit our interactive affirmation wall to see what others have put and to add your own all in real time!

Just scan the QR code to add your own words of affirmation

We asked people to finish this one sentence:

‘One thing I want people to know about Autism is...’

This display shows you their answers.

Head down the stairs to find the auditorium. Here you will be able to listen to our panellists and ask questions.

For timings and subjects please check the screens, event guide or visit the information stand.

To find out more about our panellist please click here

A partnership of autistic people, parents, carers, and voluntary and statutory organisations working together to achieve an autism-friendly Norfolk.

We are responsible for creating and Monitoring the Norfolk Autism Strategy 2024-2029 and ensuring that services are doing their best for the Autistic people of Norfolk.

I'm an autistic artist from Caister, aiming to spread the autistic word as much as possible through my craft of sensory ribbons and what I had to go through. I usually have a hand-held sewing machine that allows me to craft my sensory ribbons anywhere [Even on a bus]

Our core aims are to support individuals in enhancing their mental health, building confidence, self-esteem and achieving personal growth. We focus on trauma-informed care, and various other approaches to empower individuals to improve their overall wellbeing. We have an experienced and qualified team to deliver the aspects of the service they offer.

How do we do this?
We use therapeutic coaching and wellbeing sessions, which combine a number of key principles from different therapeutic approaches, including tools and techniques from my own unique blend of experience and knowledge. Any trauma you might have suffered is accounted for including its impact on your behaviour, mental health, and ability to engage in treatment. Interventions will be tailored in the context of your trauma history, triggers, and specific needs. The combination of techniques allows us to explore problems holistically, on the level of both body and mind.

We are a care farm delivering day services situated 1 mile off the A47, near Acle, on an established arable and livestock farm, we offer theraputic opportunities for people with disabilities to join us to develop new skills in a working farm environment, building confidence, self-esteem. Improving people skills, such as relationships, communication and respect.

Development of basic work skills, such as timekeeping, numeric skills, ability to understand and accepts tasks, organisation and focus.

I’m a disabled wheelchair user with AuDHD and a mum to three neurodiverse adults. As a qualified holistic practitioner, I combined my love for essential oils and crystals to create SEND Parent Rescue Kits, which include oil blends, crystals, affirmation cards, and more to support well-being.

The #SunflowerChallenge, led by Recovery College, encourages well-being pledges for summer with a free pack of sunflower seeds. Sunflowers symbolize hope and optimism, and growing them serves as a reminder to nurture mental health.

Buddies Day Service is set within 8 acres of beautiful countryside. We offer the perfect space to enjoy fresh air, meet friends and make new ones. We have a bright and spacious activity centre, a catering kitchen, fully equipped woodwork department, gardens and polly tunnels, some small furry animals, chickens and ducks. Through a variety of activities our members can expand their skills or learn new ones in a friendly and relaxed environment.