It's the International Day of the Disabled Person tomorrow, and so we thought we would commemorate it by talking about what doesn't get much attention. Knowing how your body and mind work is key to well-being, but most of us lack the information relevant to our specific needs.

Remember applications close on 28th February 2026. Get your application in now! (Also still taking donations to the fund)

Representatives of autistic-led organisations giving evidence to Holyrood’s health, social care and sport committee said a national plan is needed to fix significant gaps in neurodevelopmental pathways: healthandcare.scot/stories/4295...

ARGH Scotland is excited to announce that we are now a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation SC054724. We are 20 this year & this marks an exciting new chapter in our development as an Autistic led organisation. Thank you to all members and supporters for getting us to where we are today.

In my latest article, I explore why autistic people’s empathy can attract narcissistic partners, how online dynamics amplify risk, and strategies to protect emotional wellbeing. #Autism #Narcissism #Relationships #EmotionalWellbeing #DigitalCommunication medium.com/@christian.g...

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I have been working on 2 educational animation films about Autistic experiences with @thrivingautistic.bsky.social 's team We will be premiering these during the Discovery Celebration event. FREE TICKETS Thursday 18th September 2025 7–8:45pm Irish/UK time www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/discovery-...

Joseph has finished his walk. Well done and thank you! Also thanks to all who have helped us to raise £1030. Every penny will go to helping Autistic people ❤️ Justgiving page still open here: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

It's day 9 and the end is in sight (kind of), update from Joseph: "Up a big hill and down a deep valley and now in Kinlochleven" Massive thanks to all who have donated so far - we reached our target! Still not too late to donate though - every penny helps! www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Day 8 update from Joseph: ‘Perfect Scottish hiking weather today. Overcast but no precipitation, temperature in the mid teens and a gentle breeze to keep the midges away. Now in Glencoe mountain resort campsite. Only a marathon left of the walk to go!’ www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Being listened to by folk at CRAE: The Qualitative Open Mic - Neurodiversity Matters: Damian Milton on double empathy and autistic worlds open.spotify.com/epi...

Day 7 update from Joseph: ‘Only a short-ish walk today, tyndrum to bridge of orchy then knocking off a few more stations on the west Highland line’ And a big thank you to those who have donated; we’ve reached our target - can we exceed it? www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Day 6 update from a very soggy Joseph: ‘Made it to Tyndrum, finally over half way. Been rained on all day, waiting for a gap in the rain to set up my tent.’ www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Day 5 update from Joseph: ‘Made it to campsite. Suns out and midgies are awakening too. It's quite the obstacle course from Inversnaid to Ardleish!!’ Thank you to all have donated, read more & donate: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Joseph is walking the West Highland Way to raise money for ARGH Scotland. He very kindly wants to help ARGH help our fellow Autistic adults in Scotland. If you can, please do share the link to the Just Giving page, and/or donating some money.

Update from Joseph: 'A short walk today over conic hill. Tomorrow it'll be a 15 mile slog from Balmaha to Inversnaid hopefully before the scheduled downpour in the evening' www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Joseph has made it to Drymen where he’ll be camping overnight (Joseph said ‘this is the easy bit). If you’d like to help us reach our fund-raising target please see: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding... He’s seen some familiar Highland faces along the way!

Joseph is on his way to Scotland: ‘Hurtling on the way to Glasgow on a crowded pendolino. Todays section of the walk will be from Glasgow to Milngavie, a great contrast to the rest of it’ To read more about the challenge and donate: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Excited to announce that applications are now open for the NAT Founders Award Started in honour of our founder, Dr Dinah Murray, this fund will offer one off financial grants to autistic people based in the UK To learn more: nationalautistictaskforce.org.uk/applications...

Many disabled people rely on PIP (ADP) & UC to support access to work, healthcare, access to education and support. People use the money to try to mitigate an uncaring / unjust society. Reducing any monetary help will mean people are left even more isolated - poverty does not cure discrimination

If you read one #Autism report today, make it this one. Then share it to spread the word. Send it to your MP/MSP. We need change and we need it now. Autistic people have shared their lived experiences of the Autism assessment and diagnosis process, and it desperately needs to improve.

Happy Autistic Pride day to all. We hope you all get time to do something you love today and if you’re in Edinburgh why not take a selfie of yourself with the Autistic Pride Day flag outside St Andrews House and tag us in! This is the 20th year of Autistic Pride: a time to reject shame and celebrate

"Children have an inherent need to play and will seek opportunities to do so even in the harshest environments." Play has therapeutic power in healthcare and humanitarian settings, write Johanna Thomson and Sophie Janet of @msf.ca #InternationalDayofPlay www.bmj.com/content/389/...

Read more about Joseph and why he is supporting ARGH here: www.inverness-courier.co.uk/news/english...

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. Joseph is walking the West Highland way for ARGH. Thank you Joseph. For more info and to donate see here: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

Joseph is walking The West Highland Way this summer to raise money for ARGH, please share and donate if you can. Thank you! www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

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We still have spaces left for this - come along to meet other autistic people and join in the fun

Join ARGH & @amase.org.uk for a free online Access Rider workshop led by Joan McDonald ​In this workshop, we'll work together to develop our own Access Riders. You can tailor yours to suit any environment—work, educational settings, home, healthcare providers, or even social spaces. lu.ma/lnkq3r5y

Everyone is at it - it’s just so Infuriating. PIP is not an out of work benefit - BBC radio 4 getting it wrong again just now. Ppl just repeat the lie because it suits them. PIP is not an out of work benefit - how many times do we have to say this!

Join us and @amase.org.uk for a free online collage workshop ‘Virtual Connections: a Virtual Abstract Collage Making Adventure’ April 26th 3pm all ages and abilities welcome. See here for more info and to book: arghighland.co.uk/join-us-for-...

It’s International Women’s Day today.

This is a hard listen but sadly reality for too many. The woman held in a mental health hospital for 45 years – when she wasn't mentally ill www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

If you are in an area in Scotland not already mentioned in the letter / articles included on our website and have found that your local autism assessment service is being reduced / closed please let us know. arghighland.co.uk/joint-open-l...

We are absolutely thrilled! A huge thank you to Lives In The Balance for answering our call to action, and to all the dedicated advocates, parents, and members of the SEA Committee who worked tirelessly to make this a reality. This shows that collective advocacy can change lives #AgainstRestraint

“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.” A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.

This is a threat to everyone’s security and privacy and the fact it’s the UK hiding what they are doing should scare everyone. Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row www.bbc.com/news/article...

The closure of the Aberdeenshire Autism and ADHD Assessment pathways is shocking and unacceptable - this will cause harm. Please read and sign / share petition Link to the petition www.change.org/p/save-the-n...

Announcing #OnlineAutscape2025 “More Autistic Joy”: Fri 7th – Sun 9th February 2025, Zoom + Discord Featuring a performance by the great autistic stand-up poet Kate Fox, a presentation on “The joy of autistic parenting”, and much more! Schedule and registration: www.autscape.org/2025/registr...

Spectrum 10k cancelled, well done all! www.autismresearchcentre.com/projects/spe...

The condition that prompts the diagnosis exists prior to the diagnosis. This is true of every single diagnosis; medical and psychiatric. I don't know what else to tell you.

Australian FAMILY COURT rejects the CASS report. Justice Tree pointed to the Cass Review's “deficiencies, blind spots and limitations” and to “an overt political imperative” behind it. He gave it “little weight” in his decision. @indiawilloughby.bsky.social @erininthemorning.com

www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLI718/r... 2 year NIHR-funded project recruiting now. It aims to develop a usable, accessible, evidence-informed implementation framework for the National Autistic Taskforce’s Independent Guide to Quality Care for Autistic People.

🌧️ Remember to be flood aware! 🌧️ Scots can sign up for a free flood warning if there is a danger of local flooding: buff.ly/3W7s7jw Consider installing defences: ☑️ Flood barriers ☑️ Airbrick covers ☑️ Raised outlets For more 👉 buff.ly/3PmapVQ #FloodAlerts

On ➡️ 15th January at 12pm ⬅️ I will be giving an online lecture on researching disability. Free to attend for anyone interested - you just need to register www.gla.ac.uk/schools/educ... Aimed at Masters/PhD students/early career researchers & anyone interested in the subject. 1/2

2025 feels a bit scary but there is hope. We must always have hope.