Autism Talk - A Boy Called Arsenal

Join us this October for another welcoming and inspiring talk, led by one of our own community members Arsenal.

After receiving a late autism diagnosis, Arsenal has been on a powerful journey of understanding himself and discovering what works best for him.

In this relaxed and friendly session, he’ll share his story including how he has built routines, learned to manage triggers, and found ways to move forward with confidence. He’ll also talk about how he now supports others, including working positively with young people in school settings.

This is a great opportunity to hear a real-life experience in an open and supportive space.

Whether you’re on your own journey, supporting someone else, or just want to learn more, you’ll leave with a better understanding of autism and some practical ideas you can take away.

At West Howe Community Enterprises, we love celebrating the strengths in our community. Arsenal’s story is a great example of overcoming challenges and using those experiences to help others. We’re proud to support him by offering a space for this event.

Event Details:

• 🗓 Monday 18th October
• ⏰ 10:00am – 11:00am - Talk, 11:00-11:30 - Time for questions/book signing
• 🎟 Free community event
• 🔞 Adults only (18+)

Arsenal's Book:
Arsenal has also worked with Alan Hill to turn his journey into a book, offering a deeper look into his experiences, challenges, and the tools that have helped him along the way. Signed copies will be available to purchase on the day.

📘 Learn more about Arsenal’s story and book here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxyaddy

Hire this space:
If you’d like to support community led events like this, we offer hire of our community space funding from this helps us support community members, create opportunities for local voices and projects to grow.

Accessibility & Inclusion:

We aim to be an inclusive and welcoming community space. We aim to create a calm, supportive environment for all visitors.

Our space is:

• Wheelchair accessible, with step free access
• Has quiet spaces available if you need time out
• Sensory toys available to help with comfort and focus
• A relaxed, judgement-free atmosphere