policy – Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre

Teen stands front the words STOP BULLYING on the purple wall.

At school and in danger: Why we need to end the bullying of Autistic students and how we can do it

Autistic students are not safe in Australian schools. A new submission to the Australian government calls for urgent, evidence-based action to end this crisis.

LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment August 7, 2025

Cover of a report titled "Pathways and Waiting Times in Scotland, SB 25-25" featuring a modern design.

Health and wellbeing Impact stories Suicide prevention

Informing international understanding of suicide risk in neurodivergent people

An OTARC led systematic review is helping to change conversations around suicide prevention and mental health reform in Scotland.

Alex Haschek June 24, 2025

A classroom filled with numerous chairs and lockers, showcasing a typical educational environment

Educational and vocational engagement Supports and practices for daily living

Sensory-friendly learning: Strategies for inclusive classrooms

A classroom scene showcasing a table cluttered with diverse learning materials and supplies for students

Alex Haschek October 28, 2024

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Policy advocacy Study summary

Critical paper and policy brief: Suicide and Autistic people

We recently published a critical paper on suicide mortality rates in Autistic people and a corresponding policy brief to inform public health policy in the future.

Alex Haschek September 10, 2024

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Autism perspectives Events Health and wellbeing

Suicide Prevention in Autism report and policy brief

Following a 2021 conference, a select group of lived experience experts and researchers met to draw together content from the conference into a final report and policy brief.

Alex Haschek May 10, 2022