I dream of the day when autism is better understood.
- Lisa, whose son has autism
There are 700,000 autistic people in the UK, but there is no consistent, coordinated approach for them to get the right support. In fact, some of them receive no support at all. We are determined to change this. And we need your help.
Working with the University of Cambridge, the ACE will be the first national clinical and research centre for autistic people in the UK. It will bring a unique mix of compassionate and experienced professionals together under one roof, to support autistic people across the spectrum, whatever their age, life stage or challenge.
"I want to see a seamless clinical pathway, for toddlers, children, teenagers, and adults, getting a timely diagnosis – within weeks, not months or years – and receiving quality support at any point in their lives, when they need it." - Professor Simon Baron-Cohen
Our vision for the ACE
With your support, we have a chance to boost autism research while transforming the lives of autistic people and their families.
Donate to support the ACE
Together, we'll help transform the career prospects of autistic people through the Life Skills and Autism at Work programme. Read more
Find out how your support can help us revolutionise support for autistic people, through research. Read more
Thank you for your interest in supporting this important cause, to help boost autism research and transform the lives of autistic people and their families. If you would like to make a large donation which you would prefer to discuss in person, please get in touch with the team. Together we can create a world where autistic people are respected, valued and empowered. Read more