Honoured to join the CHARLIE International Summit - shaping #EthicalAI and Bias-Free Technology. Our L&D Project Lead, presented:.Designed to Disrupt: How #Neurodivergent-Led Research Reframes Responsible #Innovation. ➡️Watch now: #IMPACTsci #InclusiveAI

#AutismMythVsFact . ❌Myth #4: "Autistic people are antisocial and don’t want to interact with others.". ✅Fact: Many autistic people enjoy social interactions but may find socializing overwhelming or difficult due to sensory sensitivities or communication differences.

Myth vs Fact⁉️. ❌Myth #3: "Autistic people don’t feel emotions.". ✅Fact: Autistic people experience emotions just like anyone else, and sometimes even more intensely, though they may express or process them differently. Share your thoughts in the comments. #AutismMythVsFact

❌ Myth #2 : "Autism is caused by bad parenting.". ✅ Fact: There is no scientific evidence linking parenting style to autism. Autism has a neurodevelopmental basis, with genetic and environmental factors playing a role. Share your thoughts in the comments ⤵️. #ActivateProject

We’re celebrating #FamousAutisticPeople who are challenging stereotypes and showing the world the richness of #neurodiversity. Gretas'' quote: "I’m on the autism spectrum, so I don’t really care about social codes that way.". Let’s uplift autistic voices!.#ActivateProject

Myth or Fact⁉️. ❌Myth: "All autistic people have intellectual disabilities". ✅Fact: Many autistic people have average or above-average intelligence. Autism is a spectrum, so people have different abilities and challenges. Share your thoughts in the comments. #AutismMythVsFact

Hannah Gadsby’s quote highlights the importance of self-awareness and prioritizing personal needs over external expectations.

Hannah Gadsby is an award-winning comedian and writer, famous for her stand-up special Nanette. She was diagnosed with autism in her late 30s, and has used her platform to discuss her experiences with neurodivergence.

We’re launching the #AutismAcceptanceMonth Campaign carried out as part of the #ActivateProject. Until June we'll be sharing #FamousAutisticPeople who are challenging stereotypes & showing the world the richness of #neurodiversity. We start with Hannah Gadsby, comediant & writer

#IMPACTsci at the IX International Scientific Conference! We presented the session: "Inclusive Innovation in a Neurodiverse World" 🧠.✔️ ND leadership at every stage.✔️ True accessibility as the norm.✔️ Good practices & deep impact.✔️ Featured project: #ACTIVATE. #Neurodiversity

#ACTIVATE in motion! ♾ Let’s move from Acceptance to Action!.Join our #AutismAcceptanceMonth campaign: inspiring stories, a quiz & more!. Stay tuned and follow us! . 🎥

On 8 April, the #SHIFTproject team gathered in Belgrade to align on progress! We're building a European approach to help #HEIs with skills & knowledge to implement and monitor #ESG good practices & strengthen cooperation between stakeholders.🔗 Stay tuned!

Raquel Lebre was a speaker at the Fireside Chat at the #GlobalDisabilitySummit, where the Autistic Advocacy Academy was presented — launching next year as part of the #ACTIVATEproject. A project by and for autistic people. Stay tuned!. #IMPACTsci #AutisticAdvocacy #GDS2025

It was an honour to participate in the #GlobalDisabilitySummit with DDI from Malta as co-speakers. With support from @CRPDMalta & shares from the AUTISTIC community, we presented the #ACTIVATEProject. 📍There’s news to come. Stay tuned!. #DisabilityRights #NothingWithoutUs

We're proud to share our commitments at #GlobalDisabilitySummit2025: . ✅neuro-inclusive internships,.✅mental health days, .✅projects grounded in the neurodiversity paradigm. At #IMPACTsci, we believe #inclusion is not charity — it’s #strategy, #equity, and #innovation.

#ACTIVATE: Take part in our study on the Autism Advocacy Academy. To participate, you need to be:.1) Autistic (self-identified are welcome).2) Between 16-29 years old.3) Living in the EU. Through:.1) Online Survey: or.2) Interview: mmadalenarocha@gmail.com

#IMPACTsci, in collab with ISQe, have developed a practical course designed to help #companies build more #inclusive and future-ready teams. It consists of 3 modules in e-learning format and is available in portuguese and english. 📧 geral@impactsci.org.🌐

#Neurodivergent talent drives #innovation & #productivity! Creating an #inclusive workplace isn’t "just" the right thing to do - it’s a game changer. 💡Take the next step with our e-learning course, "Neurodiversity & Inclusion: Training for an Inclusive Organisational Culture"

#IMPACTsci joined the #EU Proximity & Social Economy Platform Kick-off! .A key step in strengthening local economies & driving #SocialInnovation. Exciting insights on the #TransitionPathway, green & digital shifts, and future pledges. Let's build a #sustainable future! 💡🌱

Call to Action📢 Autistic youth in Europe. Help shape the Autism Advocacy Academy, a project to empower #autistic people aged 16-29 in #advocacy skills. ✊ Your experience matters let’s make a difference together!.👉 Take the survey now: #AutismAdvocacy