annualreport2013/2014Moving Forward Together

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ANNUAL REPORT

INTRODUCTION“More than 300 children in Northern Ireland are diagnosed with Autism every year.”

Autism NI works to provide life changing services for the 20,000 people affected by Autism throughout Northern Ireland. We are a small group of passionate individuals who want to do something about Autism now – to move together towards a society where Autism is understood and appropriate services are provided for families.

“Autism isolates not only the individual, but the entire family.”

We help each person address the challenges of living with an Autism Spectrum Disorder through our growing 21 Branches and Support Groups. The Charity helps people affected by Autism through funding research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating professional education and providing programmes and services that help people with Autism and their families move forward.

• We are moving awareness forward by relentlessly pursuing education, training, family support, campaigning and fundraising.

• We are moving to reach out and respond to individuals, families and communities affected by Autism.

• We are moving politicians, regional strategy and legislation to champion the needs of people with Autism through activism, advocacy and influence.

2. Introduction

4. Remarks

5. Campaigning

6. FamilySupport

8. Training

10. Projects

12. RaisingAwareness

14. Fundraising

16. Partnerships

18. FinancialPerformance

CONTENTS

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David HeatleyChairpersonAutismNI

As always it is a pleasure to be able to reflect on the past year as Chairperson of Autism NI. It has been an exciting year for Northern Ireland’s Autism charity and the following annual report

will highlight the important issues we have tackled, the activities we have carried out and how we have engaged with the Autism Community.

I am delighted to report that Autism NI has made significant steps in developing new and innovative services that continue to make very significant differences to the lives of many individuals with Autism and to their families. Autism NI continues to build partnerships and work with key stakeholders, thereby increasing Autism Awareness.

After 20 years of advocacy and lobbying by Autism NI/PAPA, we have finally established Autism equality within the disability sector government.

The introduction of the Autism Act (NI) in 2011 has now reached the implementation stage and Autism NI will be monitoring and evaluating action and inaction across departments to ensure that the Autism Community see a real and positive difference as a result of the Act. The Voluntary Sector is going through a challenging period of economic downturn, but Autism NI is still able to deliver relevant services, such as;

• New and up to date training and workshops for family members and professionals on Autism

• Increased Autism awareness of professionals such as teachers, PSNI and various service providers

• Family Support groups and Branches through a new Big Lottery Project

• Continued campaigning at government level for a better and brighter future for people with Autism

• Projects such as the Young People & Criminal Justice Project which is entering its third year

Thank you to everyone who has been involved in supporting Autism NI, we can continue to achieve more by moving forward together.

“Autism is more common in the UK than the combined numbers of people with Down’s Syndrome, Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.”

JOIN OUR MOVEMENT!

• Become an Autism NI member and add your support to our aims and work.

• Volunteer locally or regionally for Branch/Group events and fundraising events.

• Join the regional network for public policy.

• Donate to our vital services.

Our achievements are made possible thanks to our staff, volunteers, partnerships, branches and the committed individuals who have helped Autism NI raise much needed awareness. Together we will continue to move forward in improving the lives of individuals with Autism and all who are affected. For more information on the work we carry out in Northern Ireland, please visit our website at www.autismni.org

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CHIEF EXECUTIVES REMARKSGrowing the future together

Dr Arlene CassidyCEOAutismNI

In 2015, Autism NI (PAPA) celebrates 25 years of being deeply rooted in our Northern Ireland origins. In that time we have;

• Developed more partnerships• produced more evidence based practice through

research innovation• created more autism awareness • campaigned together to change the law through

uniting ‘good people’ in a great cause against fierce opposition

• pioneered excellence in training and family support

So when Autism NI proclaims that it is ‘Growing the Future Together’, we know what exactly that means and what it takes.

* It means that we understand our Mission

“Autism NI exists to support individuals with Autism and their families and campaigns to raise awareness of Autism within the wider society and our vision is an equal society in Northern Ireland where barriers to those living with Autism are removed and equality of access to rights and opportunities protected and enforced.”

* It takes persistence, patience, positive pressure, partnership and prayer!

But all this is powerless without people (parents and professionals) helping families, communities and themselves to realise the potential of what has already taken root so that together we can nurture, branch out and grow further, we will continue to;

• Support the All Party Group on Autism to keep ASD on the political agenda by pushing for an Autism Budget to fund the NI Autism Strategy & Action Plans

• Be vigilant against discrimination and inequality by using the Autism Act (NI) 2011 to fight for access to appropriate services

• Sponsor and support Autism NI to retain its independent advocacy role uncompromised by conflicts of interest

Autism NI is a collective of many parts - our network of branch and support groups across Northern Ireland, our volunteers, our staff team, our support services, projects and our close partner agencies. Yet we continue to be more than the sum of our parts.

Join us! Help us and add your knowledge to ours to grow that future together.

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CAMPAIGNINGCeltic Nations Autism Partnership (CNAP) (www.celticnationsautism.eu)

CNAP was established in 2006 and supported by Governments at Parliamentary and Assembly launch events in each of the Celtic Nations – in Northern Ireland, Scotland, the Republic of Ireland and Wales. The CNAP exists to facilitate coherent national policy and strategy development for Autism by governments. The sharing of information between

government Ministers and officials within the Celtic Nations is essential. Recent examples of the work of CNAP include:

• The ASD Employment Breakfast (pictured above) attended by Minister Farry (DEL) and officials, as well as key employers and supported employment agencies to be addressed by the Autism Employment Ambassador in Wales (Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Director of IOD in Wales) appointed by the Welsh Assembly Government.

• Inaugural discussion between all Government Autism Policy Leads in Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England. The online discussion was facilitated by Cardiff University’s Autism RPP Hub.

• Selection of Autism NI’s CEO as one of the Cardiff RPP Hub’s Policy Champions alongside Hugh Morgan OBE (CEO, Autism Cymru).

• Invitation by Scottish Executive officials to CNAP to coordinate a visit (by CNAP partners and above Policy Leads) to the network of One Stop Shop models for ASD funded by the Scottish Executive.

NI Autism Strategy ResearchAdvisory Committee (NIASRAC)Autism NI’s Chief Executive, Dr Cassidy,

Chairs the NIASRAC, which is an integral part of the NI Autism Strategy established under the Autism Act (NI) 2011.

The membership is representative of the two Northern Ireland universities, as well as key research and development bodies.

The work of the NIASRAC, which includes advising on evidence based best practice, is dependent upon the activity of the Implementation Panel set up under the NI Autism Strategy.

The All Party Group on Autism (APGA) at the NI AssemblyThe APGA meetings this year have focused on a range of issues ranging from Autism and the Criminal Justice System, ASD and Employment

(with The Orchardville Society and Specialisterne presenting) to education (with representatives from the “Elluminate Our Lives” campaign).

In June, officials from the DHSSPS provided an update on the implementation of the NI Autism Strategy to the APGA and family representatives.

All meetings are open to the public by prior arrangement with the Secretariat (provided by Autism NI) for normal NI Assembly security protocols.

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Family Support ServiceOne of our long established essential services is our Family Support provision which is based in local communities across Northern Ireland through family support groups and individualised support services. There have been and will continue to be many challenges in this time of change but our staff continue to have the skills, energy and resolve to make sure as many families as possible can benefit from the heightened awareness of Autism and the support needed by families.

Pictured below is a map that pin points where our Family Support Groups/Branches are located.

FAMILY SUPPORTGroup Support: We rely heavily on our Branch and Support Group Network which continues to be the bedrock of our service steeped in the principles of community development where volunteer parents and carers provide advice and support to other parents.

The local groups, managed by local parents, not only provide tremendous support for local families living with Autism, but also feed

directly into the strategic direction of the organisation. In turn, our groups receive staff support in complying with legislative regulations, insurance and finance as well as the regular advice on and access to training.

In 2013/14 all Branches/Support groups were offered the opportunity to take part in Child Protection/Vulnerable Adult Safeguarding training which was provided by Volunteer Now. This gave the charity an opportunity to keep up to date with current legislation and best practice in this crucial area of child protection.

Autism NI has continued their partnership ‘Social Opportunities Project’ with Autism Initiatives NI to assist our more established branches to provide much needed respite for families. Through this type of partnership one of our branches is hoping to provide a youth club and the other a summer scheme. Another of our long established branches is working alongside Positive Futures to provide a summer scheme which will ensure that families have a social outlet and activities for their children during the summer.

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Individual SupportWe have developed a unique Family Support Service which provides critical, community based support to adults/children with ASD and parents and families living with ASD. It links parents to the information, support, assistance and services they need. At present this service is available in the Northern Trust working alongside the ASD team.

Another vital and much in demand service is our Advice Line. In 2013/14 we received over 1,300 calls, emails and visits from parents who are at crisis point. We provide a listening ear, support and signpost callers to appropriate services in their area. Our Advice Line number is 02890401729 (Option 1).

NEW PARENT WORKSHOPS!

The Family Support Service has provided new parent support workshops across Northern Ireland and will continue to build on these workshops. “Starting Point” and “Parent Time” are especially designed for parents and carers of children and adults who are in the process of being diagnosed or are newly diagnosed. It is hoped that by providing these much needed services for parents and carers, it will reduce isolation, help build up self- esteem and resilience and improve knowledge and skills.

As we look to 2015, our hope is to build on our support to children/individuals with ASD and their families, by providing education programs to build up resilience and improve knowledge and skills. We will continue to work with professionals in the field of ASD and to ensure the involvement of all our key stakeholders in the ongoing developments within our Family Support Service.

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TRAINING During 2013/14 Autism NI’s Training & Consultancy Department delivered a range of courses throughout Northern Ireland to over 2200 participants made up of parents, young people with ASD and professionals.

Complimenting our basic level ‘Fundamentals of Autism’ and ‘Autism Awareness ‘workshops, we delivered a variety of unique specialist training packages including;

• Growing Up, Health Awareness & ASD – The high demand for this 2-day workshop continues for parents and carers of adolescents with ASD.

• Positive Steps – A new and innovative 10-session wellbeing workshop for parents of children with ASD has been introduced with great success.

• Keyhole –A two-day theory and practical AQA Level 2 accredited workshop for Early Year’s specialists.

“Sexual health is important to my ASD son and I now feel more confident in discussing/explaining”

“Having some time with the tutors and others to think through some of the issues I am struggling with”

“Positive Steps is a very encouraging course which leaves the individual with asense of achievement and purpose!”

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It has made me more conscious of how differently someone with ASD deals with “normal” everyday

Our Training Department has been commissioned by a range of external organisations including the Belfast, Southern & Northern Trusts, other voluntary organisations such as Crumlin Road Gaol, CRUSE NI, Stepping Stone and the Irish Football Association have all benefited from our tailored in-house training courses.

CiNI early years practitioners also requested 5 training session (pictured below).

AQA Level 1 and Level 2 Awards have been presented to over 110 delegates in the past year who attended our courses and we were delighted that staff from Stormont achieved their Autism Champion Certificate.

The Unit Award scheme provides external accreditation of achievement and provides a route to support lifelong learning. The AQA Unit Award Scheme provides the opportunity to give delegates formal recognition of their success in short courses (units) within the context of recording achievement.

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PROJECTSThe Big Lottery Project – Young People, Autism and the CJS is now in its second year of delivery in the Greater Belfast Area.

Criminal Justice TrainingAs part of the project, specially designed training courses have been delivered to a range of personnel in different agencies such as PSNI, Youth Justice and the Department of Justice. To date we have over 400 evaluation forms completed of those who attended. Tutors involved in each training session discuss the feedback and their own reactions to the course they presented. This information has helped us to reshape the workshop content and presentations to accord with the information gathered.

16 young people (aged 15 to 21 years) have taken part in ‘The SELF Project’, which involves ongoing contact with a mentor from Autism NI who works with the young person to explore areas of interest and increase skills for future employment. Areas covered in the mentoring meetings include emotional management, essential skills for employment and drug and alcohol misuse.

Autism NI’s ‘Skills for Staying Safe’ programme helps support young people aged 8-18 years old with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a 10 week programme of group workshops, focusing on developing the social and life skills needed to keep safe. To date 38 young people have participated in the weekly sessions and a week long summer school. In further development, Autism NI was invited to present the course to further education students in the South-Eastern Regional College.

The project work undertaken during the sessions also provides examples of changes in the children and young people, 90% of the young people participating in the courses have been successful in achieving an AQA award; an externally verified accreditation for ‘An Introduction to Personal Safety for Children’.

The SELF ProjectSupporting and Empowering Lives for the Future

SKILLS forSTAYING SAFE

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2013 Conference on the Criminal Justice ProjectOur 2nd ‘Young People, Autism & Criminal Justice Project’ Conference was funded by the Big Lottery and took place at Corr’s Corner Hotel on the 5th December 2013. This was a great opportunity to share our achievements in the past year and what

we hope to achieve in the future. Our key speakers from the conference were Brenda Boyd-Kennedy, and Alex Kelly who gave a very animated presentation about teaching social skills, raising self-esteem and relationship skills in a very practical way in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. At the end of the Conference Alex spent some time talking to the parents on an individual basis.

Jordan and Aaron, who have participated on our project, helped us launch our new Autism NI website by making a pre-recorded presentation on the day, this was very inspiring and certainly motivated everyone to look at and access our new Autism NI specialised website www.wethinksafe.com

The website went live in December 2013 with posters and leaflets distributed to all schools throughout Northern Ireland. This is an interactive website with interactive

games and useful resources for young people to download; hits have even been recorded as far away as Australia, Brazil and USA/Canada.

In the past year we have also designed a new quarterly E-zine with hints & tips on staying safe, activities and games. This E-Zine is available on the ‘We Think Safe’ website.

Autism Alert CardA total of 89 Alert Cards were requested in 2013/2014. A Mobile Responsive Website (MRW) facility is currently being developed that can be used by police and other professionals to download information about Autism to a mobile phone or tablet. This allows 24/7access to information and supplements the Autism Advice Line that continues to be available on weekdays during working hours.

The Autism Alert cards now come with a new ICE (In Case of Emergency) wristband, where if a young person with Autism was in a situation on their own where they are nervous or anxious, the wristband will be able to provide a contact phone number in case of emergencies. The wristband is small and easy for a young person to wear and can be waterproof when using a waterproof or permanent pen to write a contact number on it. For more information on these wristbands, please contact Christine on

02890401729 (Option 2).

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RAISING AWARENESS World AutismAwareness Day2nd April

‘Light It Up Blue’ Campaign!World Autism Awareness Month in April shines a bright light on Autism; the fastest growing disability in Europe. Each year Autism NI raises awareness for Autism through a coordinated Awareness campaign during the month of April. Our worldwide ‘Light it up Blue ’awareness campaign was very successful as all 26 Councils in Northern Ireland including the iconic Belfast City Hall, the NI Assembly and the Ulster Museum participated this year by lighting their buildings in blue. Thank you to everyone who came along and supported this campaign!

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Rainbow Bounce!Raising Autism Awareness in Schools has been a priority as more children are being diagnosed every year. During our Rainbow Bounce campaign, teachers gave a child-friendly presentation on Autism and pupils were given a chance to fundraise for Autism NI and win some Autism Awareness merchandise!

Autism Art ExhibitionAs part of our relationship with the National Museums Northern Ireland, we had the opportunity to display over 80 pieces of artwork from the Autism community in the Ulster Museum. This exhibition celebrated the very unique talents and skills of people living with Autism. Health Minister Edwin Poots and MLA Jonathan Craig opened up the exhibition to the public last October. Well done to all the fantastic artists!

Autism Awareness MerchandiseAutism NI has a range of Autism Awareness Merchandise available. These resources are often used by our Branches and Support Groups

to generate income for their activities. Autism NI also released our ‘Gifted’ CD last year, which is a variety of ‘songs for Autism’ by Sionán Mullan. Our Autism merchandise is available on our online shop and is a great way to visually support Autism in Northern Ireland and help us raise awareness within the local community. We also hold a range of practical resources at central office, which can be viewed at in our central office, including Rainbow Resource Kits, timers and sensory aids.

Our website (www.autismni.org) is a great resource for information on Autism and includes research publications, latest news stories and information leaflets about Autism. All of our e-bulletins, which are sent out on a quarterly basis, can also be downloaded from our website. Alternatively, Autism NI has its very own Facebook (www.facebook.com/AutismNI) and Twitter

page (@AutismNIPAPA), which is regularly updated with news stories and upcoming events.

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FUNDRAISINGWhat an eventful year for fundraising! Over the period 2013/2014, fundraising and donations income continued to decrease. Unfortunately, at this turbulent economic time, it has become a common trait within the Charity Sector in Northern Ireland. However, Autism NI has responded to these turbulent times by organising exciting new fundraising events and innovative challenges to ensure maximum participation and most importantly, raise awareness for Autism!

Mourne Madness! 2013

A group of adventure seekers raised much needed funds by participating in a two day trek in the ‘Mourne Madness!’ challenge by climbing Slieve Donard, Bernagh and Meelmore last October. The explorers battled through wind, rain and sun to complete this challenging trek!

Zipline 2013

Last September, over 30 individuals took part in a Zipline challenge for Autism NI where they were lifted 140ft in the air and ziplined 1000ft across the River Lagan at 40mph! This challenge was enjoyed by everyone and some even did it twice!

Sheena treks Peru!

Last May Sheena raised over £3,000 for Autism NI by trekking the Inca Trails in Peru. Sheena’s hard work and training to complete this challenge is also very much appreciated by Autism NI. Thank you for your commitment and support by taking on this challenge of a life time.

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Maeve climbs Kilimanjaro!

Maeve took on the adventure of a lifetime when she had spent 5 days trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro for Autism NI. Maeve battled through extreme altitudes and harsh winds to finally reach the top. We are thankful to Maeve for taking on this tough challenge and raising over £3000 for Autism NI. Well done Maeve!

BBC Radio Appeal

Autism NI’s Marketing and Fundraising Manager, Kerry Boyd had the chance to meet with Donna Traynor and record a BBC Appeal for Autism NI. The appeal highlighted Autism NI’s services including our new website www.wethinksafe.com.

Thank You!Finally, our most grateful thanks go to every person who generously responds to our appeals for help throughout the year, giving regular donations through Payroll giving, organising fundraising events such as Cuppa Aid, taking part in treks or attending any of our own fundraising events. Everyone who has taken collection boxes and helped out with bag packs or volunteered their time has made an enormous contribution. Without you we would not be able to continue to support the 20,000 people affected by Autism within Northern Ireland.

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PARTNERSHIPSAutism NI’s experience of partnerships and partnership working extends right back to its origins as a ‘parent and professional’ partnership organisation.

“We can’t do it all – alone!”The wide range of partnerships that we link together ensures that:

Partnership has helped Autism NI reach its aim of holistic provision after 20 years of challenge.

• Autism NI has an impact across Northern Ireland and beyond – to Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland and USA through the Celtic Nations Autism Partnership, the Atlantic Autism Alliance, Autism Europe and World Autism.

• Autism NI has an impact within higher and further education through its research, e-learning and training links with the University of Ulster.

• Autism NI has an impact within adult service provision and support (supported employment, supported living, outreach and counselling) through its links with Autism Initiatives, Orchardville Society and NOW Project.

• Autism NI has an impact within diagnosis, early intervention and children’s services through its partnerships with the ASD Diagnosticians’ Forum (NI), Action for Children, Gingerbread, Womens Aid and Surestart.

• Autism NI has an impact on empowering and up skilling local families, professionals and agencies as a result of funding partnerships with HSC Trusts, DHSSPS and key charitable Trusts.

• Autism NI has an impact with the NI Assembly through its links with the All Party Assembly Group on Autism and partnerships with Autism Initiatives, NIUSE, USEL and CDSA.

• Autism NI has an impact with families and individuals with ASD through its network of Branches and Support Groups throughout Northern Ireland.

• Autism NI has an impact working with the Criminal Justice System in providing ‘keeping safe’ resources for young people within their communities.

• Autism NI is a member of the Children with Disabilities sub group (CYPSP) and the NI Autism Strategy Research Advisory Committee (NIASRAC).

Our partnership with Assistance Dogs NI is special! We work closely with the charity in finding suitable families that require the help of an assistance dog and we follow their progress from

puppy training right through to the rehoming process. Michelle Barker’s daughter who has Asperger’s Syndrome recently received ‘Honey the Autism Assistance Dog’ from ADNI. This Michelle’s story…

“InJanuary2014,AssistanceDogsNIwasabletohometheirfirstbatchoffivedogstoindividualswithvariousneeds,withthreeofthesedogsbeingrehomedtochildrenontheAutismSpectrum.AssistanceDogsNIareacharitableorganisationentirelymadeupofvolunteerswhotrainthesedogstosuitindividualswithvariousneeds.Thecharityreceivesnogovernmentfundingandtheyareentirelydependentonraisingfundsthroughthepublic.EachdogcostsADNI£5,000totrainhoweverwithoutthegeneroushelpfromtheirspecialisttrainers,fosterparentsandvolunteers,thecharitysavesupto£15,000perdog.

OurdaughterwasdiagnosedwithAsperger’sSyndromeandduetothecomplexityoftheconditionmanyactivitiesotherfamiliestakeforgrantedhavebeenoutofboundsforus.Asimpletasksuchasfoodshoppingwasextremelydifficult,andoftenresultedinourdaughterbecomingscared,frustratedandtearful.Whilstyouadapttothestressofsuchbehaviour,theheartbreakofseeingourdaughterlosingoutonherchildhoodandengaginginself-harmingactivitiesnevereases.SincegettingHoney,ourliveshavecompletelychanged!

Wegoshoppingregularly,visitrestaurantsandourdaughterhasbeenabletoincreaseherschoolhours.Butmoreimportantlytheviolentoutburstsfromourdaughterhasreducedtothepointwherefamilylifewasnolongerlikeawarzoneandtheself-harmingisbecomingadistantmemory.AllofthiscanundoubtedlybeattributedtothehelpHoneybringstoourhousehold.Ourdaughterhasafaithfulfriendwhostickswithherandthefamilyunithasanothermemberwhogivessomuchloveandaffection.WithoutHoneywedreadtothinkofhowourdaughterwouldbeintermsofhersocialandbehaviouralskills.TherearesomanymoreissuesthatanAssistantDoghelpsourdaughterwithbutwithoutwritingasmallnovel,thiscouldn’tbeputdownonpaper.TheeffectHoneyhasonourdaughterispricelessandcannotbeputdowninwords.”

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FINANCIAL PERFORMANCEAutism NI is a trading name of Autism NI (PAPA) which is a company limited by guarantee(Company Number NI058548) and an Inland Revenue approved charity(Reference Number XR22944).

Registered office: Donard, Knockbracken Healthcare ParkSaintfield RoadBelfast BT8 8BH

Auditors:JH McShane & Co9 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Co Down BT30 6BN

For more information about our services or to support our work please call us on 028 9040 1729 or visit

www.autismni.org

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FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

39.90%

9.60% 22.30%

12%

2% 10.80% 3% 0.40%

Incoming Resources 2013/14 Restricted Funding:GrantsUnrestricted Funding:GrantsDonations andFundraisingAutism NI BranchNetworkMembership

Autism Training andConferencesSale of Merchandise

Investment InterestReceived

20.60%

39.70%

35.60%

4.10%

Resources Expended 2013/14 Costs of Generating VoluntaryIncome and Activities forGenerating Funds

Charitable Activities:Restricted

Charitable Activities:Unrestricted

Governance Costs

Autism NI is a trading name of Autism NI (PAPA) which is a company limited by guarantee (Company Number NI058548) and an Inland Revenue approved charity (reference number XR22944). Registered office: Donard, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Auditors: JH McShane & Co, 9 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Co Down, BT30 6BN

For more information about our services or to support our work please call us on 028 9040 1729 or visit www.autismni.org

Board Members

David Heatley - Chairperson Cecilia O’Hagan - Vice-Chairperson Dr Carole Adair - Honorary Treasurer Dr Clare Bailey - Honorary Secretary Dr Gloria Duignan Anne McIlvenny Linda Kelly Patricia Beaddie Pόl Callaghan Mary McLaughlin Dr Noel McCune Diane Heyburn

President

Professor Rita Jordan OBE Emeritus

Vice Presidents

Professor David Sines OBE

Eileen Bell CBE

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FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

39.90%

9.60% 22.30%

12%

2% 10.80% 3% 0.40%

Incoming Resources 2013/14 Restricted Funding:GrantsUnrestricted Funding:GrantsDonations andFundraisingAutism NI BranchNetworkMembership

Autism Training andConferencesSale of Merchandise

Investment InterestReceived

20.60%

39.70%

35.60%

4.10%

Resources Expended 2013/14 Costs of Generating VoluntaryIncome and Activities forGenerating Funds

Charitable Activities:Restricted

Charitable Activities:Unrestricted

Governance Costs

Autism NI is a trading name of Autism NI (PAPA) which is a company limited by guarantee (Company Number NI058548) and an Inland Revenue approved charity (reference number XR22944). Registered office: Donard, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Auditors: JH McShane & Co, 9 Irish Street, Downpatrick, Co Down, BT30 6BN

For more information about our services or to support our work please call us on 028 9040 1729 or visit www.autismni.org

Board Members

David Heatley - Chairperson Cecilia O’Hagan - Vice-Chairperson Dr Carole Adair - Honorary Treasurer Dr Clare Bailey - Honorary Secretary Dr Gloria Duignan Anne McIlvenny Linda Kelly Patricia Beaddie Pόl Callaghan Mary McLaughlin Dr Noel McCune Diane Heyburn

President

Professor Rita Jordan OBE Emeritus

Vice Presidents

Professor David Sines OBE

Eileen Bell CBE

President

Professor Rita Jordan OBE Emeritus

Vice Presidents

Professor David Sines OBE

Eileen Bell CBE

Board Members

David Heatley Chairperson Cecilia O’HaganVice-Chairperson Dr Carole AdairHonoraryTreasurer Dr Clare BaileyHonorarySecretary Dr Gloria Duignan Pól Callaghan

Jeff Hobson

Mary McLaughlin

Dr Noel McCune

Diane Heyburn

Donard, Knockbracken Healthcare Park Saintfield Road Belfast BT8 8BH

Tel: 028 9040 1729(Option 1) - Family Support(Option 2) - Training(Option 3) - Fundraising, Marketing and Events(Option 4) - Chief Executive(Option 5) - Finance

Fax: 028 9040 3467 E-Mail: info@autismni.org

www.autismni.org