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This event brings together researchers and practitioners, from NI and ROI, to explore compassionate and contemporary understandings of autistic young people who experience significant anxiety about attending school.  These perspectives will highlight what supports genuine safety, connection and capacity for engagement.

Throughout the day, you’ll hear research insights, practice examples from schools, contributions from support services across Ireland, and lived-experience perspectives that highlight what supports genuine safety, connection, and capacity for engagement.

The focus is on building knowledge, challenging unhelpful narratives, and equipping educators with a neuro-affirming toolkit to support autistic children and young people in ways that respect their needs, autonomy, and wellbeing.

Join us for an informative and empowering day designed to strengthen understanding and practice.

**Please note - Lunch is provided**

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City North Hotel
Gormanston
Meath
Meath
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Gemma O'Neill

Gemma O'Neill

Gemma O'Neill is an Autism Trainer/Advisor at Middletown Centre for Autism, bringing over 20 years of experience in education, including her role as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). In her career, Gemma has worked as a Specialist Teacher at Middletown Centre, supporting autistic children and young people across various educational settings, including Preschools, mainstream Primary and Post Primary schools, autism classes in mainstream environments, and Special Schools. Gemma also brings considerable experience in developing and delivering home programmes for autistic children, working closely with families to foster learning and development.
Gemma holds a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Queen’s University, Belfast. Her areas of expertise include curriculum development, classroom supports, differentiation techniques and transitions.

Event summary

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City North Hotel , Meath , Meath

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