Mark set to host neurodiversity and autism event
On Tuesday 2 April, colleagues and customers are invited to Ongo House for a special Autism awareness event, led by Mark Batunas from our Maintenance team.
Taking place between 11:30am and 3pm in the Board Room, the event will help to raise awareness, provide guidance and offer support to those living with autism or wanting to know more.
There’ll also be opportunities to learn from those with lived experience and ask questions. A number of organisations will be recommended that can help too, including:
- Magic Moments for Autistic Kids – A registered charity supporting autistic children and their families
- Barton Inclusive Football Club (My Sports Club) – Offering accessible sporting opportunities for neurodiverse children
- Cloverleaf Advocacy – Providing independent advocacy and support across North Lincolnshire
- Neurodiversity Group at The Arc, Westcliff – A welcoming, open support group for all neurodivergent individuals and families
Mark is deeply passionate about this cause as both he and his two children are diagnosed with autism. Through his personal experiences navigating support and understanding, he is determined to help others access the right information, resources, and community connections.
“Autism affects people in many different ways, and getting the right support can be incredibly difficult,” Mark explained. “By bringing people together for this event, I want to help increase understanding and make sure no one feels alone.”
Autism can influence how a person communicates, interacts with others, and experiences the world around them. With April marking both Neurodiversity Celebration Month and National Autism Awareness Month, the event will shine a light on autism and other neurodiverse conditions, including Tourette’s and tics, dyslexia, dyscalculia, epilepsy, developmental language disorder, Down syndrome and more.
Colleagues, customers and community members are all welcome to drop in at any point during the event.
To find out more about us and our events head to: www.ongo.co.uk. For more information on our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion or to join their steering group, visit: www.ongo.co.uk/edi.