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The Sheffield Autism Partnership Network is hosted by Voluntary Action Sheffield
The Sheffield Autism Partnership Network (SAPN) is a network of organisations from the voluntary, social enterprises, public, private and statutory sectors who work with and for Autistic people, as well as Autistic individuals and their support systems (parents, carers, friends, partners, etc.)
We share a vision and passion for a Sheffield where Autistic people can thrive.
The chair of the Sheffield Autism Partnership Network has stepped down, and unfortunately VAS can no longer host the network and Autism project work. A consultation and transformation piece is being carried out with members to decide how to proceed with the network, and VAS are supporting this process.
In the meantime, the network meetings and regular newsletters will be paused, the network and resources directories will continue to be updated, and VAS will be able to support with signposting where needed.
If you want to be kept in the loop about the progress of the restructure and new model of work, please sign up to the mailing list.
We have made the decision to use ‘Autistic person/people’ when describing anyone who has had a diagnosis which falls on the Autism spectrum, so as to include every person who needs services under the same umbrella, promote equitable access and ensure that services are consistent and homogenous.
At SAPN, we are aware that language is a fluid and ever-changing entity, and that the words people use to describe themselves are integral to their identities. Whilst we will be using ‘Autistic person/people’ when speaking generically, we fundamentally respect people’s right to name and claim their own identity, and urge all of our network members to do the same.
© 2024 All rights reserved
The Sheffield Autism Partnership Network is hosted by Voluntary Action Sheffield