Eden Equips

What needs to change for autistic people and families in Northern Ireland?

Rebecca is joined by Ema Cubitt, Northern Ireland's Independent Autism Reviewer, to chat about autism, education, and creating real change through listening and understanding.

In this episode, Rebecca chats with Eden about growing up with a sibling with additional needs, her journey through specialist teaching, teacher burnout, and why she's passionate about creating better opportunities for neurodivergent young people and adults.
A really honest conversation about inclusion, connection, and the incredible things we can learn from neurodivergent people. 💙

In this episode of Eden Equips, Rebecca talks with Elaine McCrisken about emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) and why some children struggle to attend school due to anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional distress.
They discuss practical ways parents and schools can better support children through connection, understanding, and emotional safety.
A helpful and encouraging conversation for parents, teachers, and anyone supporting young people struggling with school attendance.

Join Rebecca in conversation with Alma as they talk about hope, resilience, and the need for better support for neurodiverse young people beyond age 19. They discuss the importance of data, campaigning for change, and why lived experience matters when shaping support. The conversation highlights finding your people, learning from other parents, and holding onto hope, with a reminder not to give up and that real change comes from people who care and keep showing up.

This episode contains discussion of suicide and mental health.
Join Rebecca in conversation with Julia as they reflect on mental health, hope, and the importance of listening to neurodiverse people and their lived experiences. They discuss understanding good and bad mental health, seeking support and services, advocating for yourself and others, and holding onto hope through small moments of change.