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Welcome to
Chinese Autism
Our Mission
Changing perspectives about autism in the Chinese Community and turning stigma into strength.
Our Values
Empowerment
We strive to empower the Chinese-speaking autism community by providing accurate, reliable, and culturally relevant information and resources to promote greater awareness and understanding of autism.
Equity
We create opportunities to address the inequalities that exist in society today for Chinese ethnic individuals. We stand up for the Chinese minority in the UK and the Chinese neurodivergent in the world for a radical improvement to be accepted, to work, educate, access services, and public resources without prejudice.
Inclusivity
We believe all Chinese ethnic adults, children, young people, and their families should have access to accurate and relevant information about autism and autism services.
Collaboration
We value the importance of working in partnership with other organisations and individuals who share our mission and values, learning from them, and sharing our knowledge, expertise, and experience to achieve a better outcome for the Chinese-speaking neurodivergent community.
Our Vision
Our Story
Chinese Autism Community Interest Company (CACIC) was established by founder Hazel Lim in response to her lived experience. When Hazel’s son was five years old she began to notice he was different to his peers. She noticed the way he interacted with other children and the way he responded to instruction seemed different in some way, but she wasn’t sure why. Hazel discussed her observations with her son’s teachers and they introduced the possibility that his behaviour might be indicative of neurodivergence.
What is Autism? – Popular Pages
Autism is not a disability, it’s a different ability.“ – Stuart Duncan
What is Autism?
Learn how autism impacts communication and social interaction throughout the lives of approximately 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK.
"If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism.” – Dr. Stephen Shore
What is Aspergers
Explore the shift in diagnosis from Asperger syndrome to Autistic Spectrum Disorder and learn how they see and interact with the world.
“When a flower doesn’t bloom you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” – Alexander Den Heijer
The history of Autism
Trace the history of autism back to Leo Kanner’s discovery over 50 years ago and stay up-to-date on the latest research on autism.
Our Partners
Parent, Carer – Popular Pages
"Different, Not Less" - Temple Grandin
Adult Diagnosis
Seeking a formal autism diagnosis as an adult? Learn the benefits of a formal diagnosis and how to request a referral from your GP. Understand the referral process, guidelines for GPs, and options for local or private services.
I know there are so many things I won’t understand, but I still want to live a life with meaning. -Temple Grandin
Dealing with change
Autistic people may sometimes find change difficult but there are things we can do to support them.
"Autism is not a tragedy. Ignorance is a tragedy." - Kim Stagliano
Road safety
Sensory differences, noisy traffic, flashing lights, and car fumes may mean that your autistic child may find it difficult to go out in the community.
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