Being assessed, or realising you are Autistic later in life, can be both a positive and emotional experience. It may help you understand why your experiences have felt different from those around you, or it may leave you with more questions than answers.

There are groups and organisations that offer support for people who identify as Autistic later in life. However, we recognise the importance of understanding what it means to be both autistic and from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.

With SEMA, ARGH Scotland will deliver this post diagnosis/identification course exclusively to support Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people in exploring their autistic identity. These sessions are informed by both lived experience and professional knowledge.

They are particularly useful for those who have not been able to access support or receive information to help them understand what being autistic means, and what support is available.

By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of:

▸What it means to be Autistic
▸ How to make sense of your autistic experiences
▸ How to explain to others what it means to be Autistic
▸ Your rights under the Equality Act, and what support you can request in education and work

The sessions will take place weekly over 8 weeks, from Sunday 17 May to Sunday 5 July, between 7:00pm and 9:00pm.

There are 10 spaces available for this course. To book your place, please complete the registration form. By signing up, you are expected to attend all 8 sessions.

These sessions are designed to support Autistic people themselves. You are welcome to attend with someone who supports you with communication or emotional needs. To maintain a safe space for Autistic participants, we kindly ask that support people do not contribute their own views or experiences during group discussions.

Deadline to register: 30th April