created by BELS published on 14 September 2026

Autistic Discovery Journey (ADJ) is a partnership between Barnet Education and Learning Service (BELS) and Aucademy.

ADJ is an online group of 8 sessions for young people living in Barnet aged 13-18 who identify as Autistic (diagnosed or self-identified).

The purposes of the ADJ  programme include:

  • Working out what being neurodivergent means to you right now including strengths and challenges
  • Building understadning of your Autistic profile - what makes you YOU
  • Learning ways to communicate your needs, preferences and boundaries
  • Learning strategies to support confidence, well-being and self-esteem
  • Meeting other young people with shared experiences and feeling part of a community

If you are interested in joining this group please email: [email protected]
Subject title: "Aucademy/BELS Autistic Discovery Journey"

Please note the group can accommodate up to 10 young people. Once the group is full, sign-up will close.

Please see the flyer for further information. 

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