Autistica Ambassadors are a group of distinguished and passionate supporters, committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable world for autistic people and their families. There are many reasons to become an Autistica Ambassador. But the primary aim is to help us attract funding to create urgent change for the autistic community and reach our 2030 Goals. 

We have a maximum of 10 Ambassador positions. Each will be a key advocate and supporter of our charity and mission. Ambassadors will each have a unique relationship with us and support our work in different ways. 

We offer ambassadorship with a one-year initial commitment, which is reviewed annually.

The role and title are honorary. But the impact made for autistic people is permanent.

• Quarterly catch-up calls at your convenience to keep you fully up to date on our work and progress.
• Your thoughts are important to us, so you will have a designated Autistica relationship manager who can provide guidance and coordination.
• Opportunities to connect with our CEO.
• A genuine, first-hand connection to our projects, research, and campaigns through briefings from our science team and senior leadership team.
• Optional Autistica Ambassador email signature and title for LinkedIn.
• Optional recognition on our website and in our annual review.
• Optional spotlight on your support and motivations on Autistica’s website, social media, or promotional materials.
• Invitations to our receptions, lectures, and other exclusive events.
• Support in planning introductions to friends or colleagues.
• Treating anyone you introduce thoughtfully and taking your steer on how to approach the relationship.
• You will receive an Autistica Ambassador pin badge to wear at events.

• Make significant financial contributions.
• Introduce potential new supporters and philanthropists to our charity.
• Connect and sponsor our charity to donor-advised funds.
• Help broaden our network of American and international supporters.
• Host small, private events to introduce new people to our work.
• Introduce us to pro-bono partners, such as marketing agencies and legal experts.
• Host, attend, or speak at fundraising and other events.
• Help us access special venues at reduced or no cost for high-profile events, such as private members’ clubs or livery halls.
• Unlock funding or commercial opportunities from your employer, for example: nominating us for charity of the year, one-off donations, championing our NDEI® programme internally, securing neurodiversity training and speaking opportunities.

To find out more about becoming an Autistica Ambassador, or to arrange an informal conversation, please use the form below to contact Yasmine and Stephen in our philanthropy team.