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Watch sessions from the 2026 Acceptance Matters Conference online today
On April 24th 2026, we were delighted to welcome the exciting return of Acceptance Matters, North East Autism Society’s virtual conference dedicated to amplifying autistic voices, challenging outdated thinking, and championing real, meaningful change.
This year’s event brought together an inspiring panel of autistic speakers whose live experience, research, and professional expertise offer deep insight into the challenges and opportunities facing autistic people today. Designed for families, professionals, educators and anyone passionate about neurodiversity, the conference gives a space to learn, reflect and explore what true acceptance looks like in practice.
You can access the videos from each of the speakers at the conference for just £5.00 by purchasing a ticket below. After completing your purchase, you will receive an email with the link to access the videos from each session of the day.
Please note that the topics and views discussed are that of the speaker.
Spotlight on our speakers:
Luke Beardon - Senior Lecturer, Sheffield Hallam University
Where Has All the Energy Gone?
In his thought‑provoking style, Dr Luke Beardon invites attendees to rethink what we really mean when we talk about “energy” in autistic children and adults. Luke explores the emotional, sensory and social energy autistic people expend each day and the risks involved when expectations ignore that reality.
Charlie Hamilton - Neuroinclusion Specialist, UCL and Autistic Girls Network
Beyond Professional Identification: Supporting Late‑Diagnosed Autistic Women
Charlie Hamilton’s session shines a light on the unique journeys of late‑diagnosed autistic women, often navigating decades of masking, misdiagnosis and misunderstanding before finally receiving clarity. The session also tackles practical barriers around employment, relationships and examines what meaningful postdiagnostic support should look like.
Tristan Kluibenschadl - Co-founder and Director STAK Life
The Fight: A Family Experience
Drawing on his work as an autistic advocate, parent, and former criminal justice professional, Tristan examines how institutional language and systems can create barriers — and how they can change. The session explores the everyday “fight” for diagnosis, support and dignity, while offering practical ways professionals, employers and services can move from compliance to genuine understanding.
Sarah Meharg and Ben Usher-Barrass - Director of Neuroflect CIC
Reasonable Adjustments in Work, Health and Education
This session explores the challenges autistic people face when requesting reasonable adjustments, from communication differences to unclear systems and energy limits. Sarah shares practical strategies for preparing requests, structuring conversations, and safeguarding wellbeing across health, work, and education settings.
Sarah will be joined by guest Ben Usher-Barrass (he/him), Creator of Autisticality and Administrator at Aucademy CIC. Ben is a situationally non-speaking Autistic and ADHD content creator, advocate and author.
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