The new Emergency Alerts system will be tested nationally at 3pm Sunday 23 April. We know the noise in particular might be difficult for autistic people. For tips about how to handle the scheduled test, please visit gov.uk/alerts

We’re excited to launch our new Vision to Reality strategy 2023 to 2026. Guided by the Moonshot Vision, the strategy defines the unique role our charity will play in creating a society that works for autistic people: bit.ly/41ASYoQ. (1/6)

Helen explains her role in developing the Moonshot Vision - a vision for a society that works for autistic people - and her hopes for our new Vision to Reality strategy: bit.ly/43PJqb8 (2/2).

Impressive stuff! 🦕

Want to learn more about National Autistic Society's brilliant new Vision to Reality strategy? Have an afternoon read of their latest blog. 👇

In today’s blog, Tom Purser, Head of Guidance, Volunteering and Campaigns, explains that a universal service is at the heart of our charity’s new Vision to Reality strategy, and reflects on the difference it would have made to his own family: bit.ly/43VXd09

In today’s blog, Tim Nicholls, Head of Influencing and Research, explains why campaigning is so important to our charity, the need to be ambitious about influencing change and transforming society by building understanding: bit.ly/3oLhIfN

Julie Roberts, Chair of our Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) Branch, and Sarah Morgan, Branch Engagement Manager, explain the ideas and inspiration behind the creation of an adult peer support group: bit.ly/3oPS8WQ

Many autistic people, like Molly, are stuck in hospital due to a lack of community mental health support. We cannot allow autistic people to continue to be failed in one of the great human rights crises of our generation. bbc.in/42svaEg (1/2)

We're delighted to have been chosen to have a show garden The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. Our garden aims to explore ‘masking’, which describes how autistic people consciously or unconsciously hide their autistic characteristics, in order to fit in & feel more accepted. (1/4)

It's appalling that waiting lists for an autism assessment in England have risen by 50% in just one year. The number of people potentially struggling without the right help and support in their daily lives could now fill Twickenham Stadium twice – nearly 160,000 people. (1/4)

In celebration of #InternationalWomensDay, we have compiled 10 facts about why it is important that autistic women and girls receive their diagnosis.

A general election is coming. We don’t know when, but one will be called this year. Our #ChangeTheConversation toolkit will help you to share your stories with politicians, so they know exactly what changes the next govt needs to make for autistic people. (1/2)

'What difference did it make to you?' Presenter Chris Packham, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome when he was in his 40s, explains the impact of getting a diagnosis has had on him and his life.

We’re showing our support for World #AutismAcceptanceWeek tonight by illuminating vibrant purple 💜, organised in collaboration with @naslambeth , a local branch of the National Autistic Society National Autistic Society #WAAW

In just over two weeks, our show garden is unveiled at The RHS Chelsea. We’re using innovative and sustainable plants and materials to raise awareness of 'masking'. (1/3) theguardian.com/environment/20…

We are thrilled to have won a Silver Gilt medal at the #RHSChelsea Flower Show. Our garden aims to build understanding of masking and the impact on people’s mental health, sense of self and self-esteem. Thank you to everyone who has supported its creation: bit.ly/3UMkuxL

Just in, a UK general election has just been called. We want every politician to listen to autistic people about what matters to them. Your experiences are important. Find out how to share them and make a difference: bit.ly/3TCb9cg #ChangeTheConversation

Vote for us in the BBC / The RHS Chelsea Flower Show People’s Choice Award! Voting is open until 7pm on 23 May. Make your vote count: bbc.in/44QyTO7 #RHSChelsea

“The system is broken… Our children are traumatised by school” Dr Carrie Grant MBE (hc) 💙, broadcaster and National Autistic Society ambassador, speaks to #Newsnight about the National Audit Office report on children with special needs