Neurodiversity and homelessness 101
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Neurodiversity and homelessness 101

12% of autistic people have experienced homelessness, compared to just 1-2% of general population – and we think that might be an under-estimate. This is an alarming statistic, and is exacerbated by the housing crisis.  The relationship between neurodiversity and homelessness is an important issue for housing agencies, support services and campaigners. Neurodiversity and homelessness:…

Trade union neurodiversity course: sign up!
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Trade union neurodiversity course: sign up!

The General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) has launched its training programme for 2023/24, and for the first time, it includes a trade union neurodiversity course. Red in the Spectrum’s Janine Booth has written and will deliver the course, which is running twice – in January and July 2025 – at GFTU’s spacious and well-equipped…