ACoRNS is a research-practice partnership that aims to improve the lives of autistic children and adults through addressing questions that matter to practice and enabling autistic voices by applying creative methods.

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Sarah Parsons
Professor of Autism & Inclusion
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It is a real privilege to be able to work so closely with children, young people and families and those who support them.
Hanna Kovshoff
Professor
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The onus is on researchers and practitioners to listen and respond to the voices of autistic children and young people within education – ACoRNS prioritises this.
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Giving autistic children a voice – the power of ‘I am’ Digital Stories

‘I am’ Digital Stories created by ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ researchers are ensuring that the voices of autistic children and young people are heard during crucial transitions in their education and lives.

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If you would like to receive more information about the Autism Community Research Network @ ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ (ACoRNS) please contact Professor Sarah Parsons (s.j.parsons@soton.ac.uk) or Professor Hanna Kovshoff (h.kovshoff@soton.ac.uk).
s.j.parsons@soton.ac.uk