The programme aims to support autistic young people to develop greater confidence, self-esteem, and social skills, so that they can play a more active role in realising their potential. The peer groups will also support autistic young people to become more connected to their peers and wider community, which may help to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
For more information contact Socialprogrammesscotland@nas.org.uk
The programme is funded by Young Start. Young Start aims to create opportunities for Scotland’s children and young people aged eight to 24 to help them realise their full potential. Young Start is a grants programme run by The National Lottery Community Fund, which distributes money from dormant bank accounts. Dormant accounts are deposits of money in bank and building society accounts where there has been no activity for 15 years or more.
