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Neurodiversity UK Launches with a Celebratory Picnic in Brighton

Join Us for a Neurodiversity Picnic!

Neurodiversity UK, a new social enterprise based in Brighton, is excited to announce its launch with a neurodiversity picnic at Preston Park, Brighton, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 1 PM. This event marks the beginning of our mission to empower the neurodiverse community across the UK.

Founded by individuals previously involved with the charity ADHD Aware, Neurodiversity UK aims to promote and support peer support groups. According to founder Jack Norwood, “We are building on 14 years of experience from our work with the Brighton ADHD Support Group and ADHD Aware. Our mission includes two key initiatives: a national community directory for neurodiverse support events and a support meeting for the organizers and volunteers of peer groups. These meetings offer a space where more experienced groups can mentor and support newer groups.”

If you are interested in adding your event to our directory or joining our initiatives, please visit our website. You can also join our mailing list here.

Neurodiversity Picnic Event Details

• Date and Time: Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 1 PM
• Venue: Preston Park, Brighton

Join us for an afternoon of fun and celebration. The picnic is open to neurodiverse adults and families. We will provide a gazebo with snacks, but please bring your own refreshments and food. No RSVP is required—just come and enjoy the company of fellow neurodiverse individuals.

Location and Accessibility

Brighton is well-connected with Thameslink and Southern Trains taking under an hour from London. Preston Park is accessible by public transport, with the number 5 bus and trains to Preston Park station. If driving, parking is available at the north and south ends of the park. Cycling is also a great option, with bike share hubs in the park. For detailed information on parking and transport, visit the Brighton & Hove Council’s website.

Connect with Us

Stay updated on the event through our Facebook events page, we also have blog post with our phone number if you have trouble finding us on the day.

We look forward to celebrating the launch of Neurodiversity UK with you and working together to support a vibrant neurodiverse community.

FED and ADHD meeting this Thursday 10th April !

SUPPORT FOR ADHD AT WORK EVENT…don’t miss out! Find out how with the Access to work scheme you can apply for funding to help you with your ADHD at work, including support such as ADHD coaching, CBT, and Support Workers. The Fed are hosting a special meeting especially for Adults with ADHD 10th April 6pm – 8pm @ Brighton (Sevendials). If you would like to come remember to RSVP!….see the link for more details or see the email invitation if you’re on the ADHD Brighton mailing list. http://aadduk.proboards.com/thread/7782/support-adhd-event-april-brighton

Get Involved in a New Government Disability Strategy

Brighton Adult ADHD Group has been invited to contribute directly to a new cross-government disability strategy. The Government has published a discussion document with questions and Brighton Adult ADHD Group wants to gather your views, to make sure we represent the experiences of people with ADHD in Sussex.

To share your views please come to our discussion event. We will have a speaker from the Office for Disability Issues.

Date:  Wednesday 7^th March

Time:  18.30 – 20.00

Location: The Brunswick Room, The Brighthelm Centre, North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YD

Light refreshments will be provided

For further information please contact Caroline Williams on 01403 733931

We want to talk about practical ideas that will make a real difference to your life. The Government has asked us to focus on three areas:

• realising aspirations
• increasing individual control
• changing attitudes and behaviours

We have made a questionnaire with questions relating to each area that can be downloaded here. It would be helpful if you could fill in your responses before coming to the meeting, and bring them with you. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please email your responses as soon as possible to mail@adhdbrighton.org.uk

We will send a report of our event to the Government. They will look at everyone’s suggestions and work with disabled people to publish a new strategy later this year.

If you want to find out more visit www.odi.gov.uk/fulfillingpotential