Services & Events

Our Aberdeen health walk is on the 3rd Sat of every month

For more details about the walk and to book a free place, please follow this link to our Eventbrite

This free walking group is led by autistic volunteers and is open to all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN has been working with Paths For All to train our autistic volunteers to become Health Walk leaders and run local walking groups for autistic women and non-binary people.

The SWAN walks offer a supportive and inclusive environment for autistic women and non-binary people. Beyond improving physical wellbeing, these walks provide an opportunity for socialisation and peer support.

The walks will be less than an hour long at an easy social pace and are perfect for anyone who would like to become more active in the company of other autistic people.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch before coming along, just send us an email: aberdeen@swanscotland.org

Book through Eventbrite

Community Room

Morrisons , Hope St, Falkirk FK1 5BU

3rd Monday of each month

4.30-6.00 pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

falkirk@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Fourth Tuesday of the month: 2-3pm

Commercial room

Borders Textile Towerhouse1 Tower Knowe, 

Hawick TD9 9EN

2-3pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book a free place through our Eventbrite.

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: borders@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Due to volunteer holidays our July walk is CANCELLED. The walk will be back as normal in August 

Thanks 😊 

Fourth Thursday of the month.

18:00-19:00

Meet outside Langside Hall, Glasgow.

For more details about the walk and to book a free place, please go to our Eventbrite 

This free walking group is led by autistic volunteers and is open to all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN has been working with Paths For All to train our autistic volunteers to become Health Walk leaders and run local walking groups for autistic women and non-binary people.

The SWAN walks offer a supportive and inclusive environment for autistic women and non-binary people. Beyond improving physical wellbeing, these walks provide an opportunity for socialisation and peer support.

The walks will be less than an hour long at an easy social pace and are perfect for anyone who would like to become more active in the company of other autistic people.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch before coming along, just send us an email: info@swanscotland.org

Book through Eventbrite

Last Friday of the month

15:00-17:00pm

Cake or Dice

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dundee@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

The Crombie Room at ‘The Usual Place’ Cafe
Academy Street, Dumfries, DG1 1BZ 

Last Monday of the month 

10.30-12.00

To come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dumfriesandgalloway@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here. 

The Ridge, 1 Black Bull Close, High Street, Dunbar, East Lothian EH42 1JH

Last Tuesday of every month

18:00-19:30 

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

east.lothian@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Upstairs in the CAFÉ

Stonehaven Community Centre

Bath Street

Stonehaven

AB39 2DH

Wednesday 7:45pm - 8:45pm

Please book via Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book a free place through our Eventbrite. 

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: Stonehaven@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

First Saturday of the month

11.30am 

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen 

Union Square, Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 5RG

Book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: 
aberdeen@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Livingston North Partnership Centre

Carmondean Centre Road,Deans

Livingston, EH54 8PT

First Tuesday of each month

5.30 - 7.00pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

west.lothian@swanscotland.org

Our Stirling health walks are the first Tuesday of every month

5.30pm 

For more details about the walk and to book a free place, please go to our Eventbrite

This free walking group is led by autistic volunteers and is open to all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN has been working with Paths For All to train our autistic volunteers to become Health Walk leaders and run local walking groups for autistic women and non-binary people.

The SWAN walks offer a supportive and inclusive environment for autistic women and non-binary people. Beyond improving physical wellbeing, these walks provide an opportunity for socialisation and peer support.

The walks will be less than an hour long at an easy social pace and are perfect for anyone who would like to become more active in the company of other autistic people.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch before coming along, just send us an email: stirling@swanscotland.org

 Book through Eventbrite

1st Thursday of each month

5.00-6.30pm

Kirkcaldy Library,
Kirkcaldy Galleries,
War Memorial Gardens,
Kirkcaldy, KY1 1YG

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

fife@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

SHAPE by Narture Studios, 32 Newmarket Street, Ayr.

Second Wednesday of the month
6-7pm

Register here on Eventbrite

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite. Register here on Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18, that live in or around Ayr. 

Glad Rags Thrift

1006 Pollokshaws Road

Glasgow G41 2HG

Second Wednesday of the month 

18:30-20:00

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

glasgow.queens.park@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

When: Thursdays, 6-7 PM

· July 10th

· August 14th

· September 11th

Please also note as it will be the same book for the 3 months, please make sure you can commit to all 3 sessions.

Where: Mitchell Library, Glasgow

Who is the group for: As with all our social groups it is open to all autistic-identified women (cis and trans) and non-binary people aged 18+ and will be led by a trained, autistic SWAN volunteer.

Book Details: We’ll share more about the exciting book choice when booking opens – and we’ll provide you with a free copy of the book (physical or audio) at the first meeting!

The group will be limited to 10 participants so it’s not overwhelming and everyone can participate.

As this is a trial group, we will be collecting feedback at the start and end of the 3 months.

Booking opens June 30th at 12:30

We won’t be operating a waiting list and will be first come first served

Book through Eventbrite

For more info please email:

book.club@swanscotland.org

Community Room

Morrisons , Hope St, Falkirk FK1 5BU

3rd Monday of each month

4.30-6.00 pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

falkirk@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Bridgeton Library

2 - 16 Orr St, Bridgeton, Glasgow G40 2QH

3rd Tuesday of every month

1.30-3pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

glasgow.bridgeton@swanscotland.org

Bridge of Allan Library

27A Fountain Rd, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4AT

3rd Tuesday of every month - check our calendar for dates

17:00-18:30

You can watch a video tour of the location here

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book through Eventbrite.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:
stirling@swanscotland.org

Please always check the  calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

The Crombie Room at ‘The Usual Place’ Cafe
Academy Street, Dumfries, DG1 1BZ 

Last Monday of the month 

10.30-12.00

To come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dumfriesandgalloway@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here. 

Fourth Tuesday of the month: 2-3pm

Commercial room

Borders Textile Towerhouse1 Tower Knowe, 

Hawick TD9 9EN

2-3pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book a free place through our Eventbrite.

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: borders@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

The Ridge, 1 Black Bull Close, High Street, Dunbar, East Lothian EH42 1JH

Last Tuesday of every month

18:00-19:30 

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

east.lothian@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Upstairs in the CAFÉ

Stonehaven Community Centre

Bath Street

Stonehaven

AB39 2DH

Wednesday 7:45pm - 8:45pm

Please book via Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book a free place through our Eventbrite. 

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: Stonehaven@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Sandveien Neighbourhood Centre

Kantersted Rd, Sound, Shetland ZE1 0RJ

Last Thursday of the month

6-8pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

shetland@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Last Friday of the month

15:00-17:00pm

Cake or Dice

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dundee@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Livingston North Partnership Centre

Carmondean Centre Road,Deans

Livingston, EH54 8PT

First Tuesday of each month

5.30 - 7.00pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

west.lothian@swanscotland.org

Our Stirling health walks are the first Tuesday of every month

5.30pm 

For more details about the walk and to book a free place, please go to our Eventbrite

This free walking group is led by autistic volunteers and is open to all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN has been working with Paths For All to train our autistic volunteers to become Health Walk leaders and run local walking groups for autistic women and non-binary people.

The SWAN walks offer a supportive and inclusive environment for autistic women and non-binary people. Beyond improving physical wellbeing, these walks provide an opportunity for socialisation and peer support.

The walks will be less than an hour long at an easy social pace and are perfect for anyone who would like to become more active in the company of other autistic people.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch before coming along, just send us an email: stirling@swanscotland.org

 Book through Eventbrite

1st Thursday of each month

5.00-6.30pm

Kirkcaldy Library,
Kirkcaldy Galleries,
War Memorial Gardens,
Kirkcaldy, KY1 1YG

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

fife@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

First Saturday of the month

11.30am 

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen 

Union Square, Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 5RG

Book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: 
aberdeen@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

SHAPE by Narture Studios, 32 Newmarket Street, Ayr.

Second Wednesday of the month
6-7pm

Register here on Eventbrite

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite. Register here on Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18, that live in or around Ayr. 

Glad Rags Thrift

1006 Pollokshaws Road

Glasgow G41 2HG

Second Wednesday of the month 

18:30-20:00

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

glasgow.queens.park@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

When: Thursdays, 6-7 PM

· July 10th

· August 14th

· September 11th

Please also note as it will be the same book for the 3 months, please make sure you can commit to all 3 sessions.

Where: Mitchell Library, Glasgow

Who is the group for: As with all our social groups it is open to all autistic-identified women (cis and trans) and non-binary people aged 18+ and will be led by a trained, autistic SWAN volunteer.

Book Details: We’ll share more about the exciting book choice when booking opens – and we’ll provide you with a free copy of the book (physical or audio) at the first meeting!

The group will be limited to 10 participants so it’s not overwhelming and everyone can participate.

As this is a trial group, we will be collecting feedback at the start and end of the 3 months.

Booking opens June 30th at 12:30

We won’t be operating a waiting list and will be first come first served

Book through Eventbrite

For more info please email:

book.club@swanscotland.org

Community Room

Morrisons , Hope St, Falkirk FK1 5BU

3rd Monday of each month

4.30-6.00 pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

falkirk@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Bridgeton Library

2 - 16 Orr St, Bridgeton, Glasgow G40 2QH

3rd Tuesday of every month

1.30-3pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

glasgow.bridgeton@swanscotland.org

Bridge of Allan Library

27A Fountain Rd, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4AT

3rd Tuesday of every month - check our calendar for dates

17:00-18:30

You can watch a video tour of the location here

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book through Eventbrite.

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:
stirling@swanscotland.org

Please always check the  calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

3rd Thursday of every month

13:30-15:00

The Mitchell Library

North Street Glasgow 

G3 7DN

We're currently welcoming a new volunteer to facilitate this group, due to this times and dates going forward may change. 

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

glasgow.west.end@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Upstairs in the CAFÉ

Stonehaven Community Centre

Bath Street

Stonehaven

AB39 2DH

Wednesday 7:45pm - 8:45pm

Please book via Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Please book a free place through our Eventbrite. 

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email: Stonehaven@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Sandveien Neighbourhood Centre

Kantersted Rd, Sound, Shetland ZE1 0RJ

Last Thursday of the month

6-8pm

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for autistic (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

shetland@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Last Friday of the month

15:00-17:00pm

Cake or Dice

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To book a place to come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dundee@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

The Crombie Room at ‘The Usual Place’ Cafe
Academy Street, Dumfries, DG1 1BZ 

Last Monday of the month 

10.30-12.00

To come along please book through Eventbrite

This free group is led by autistic volunteers for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

dumfriesandgalloway@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here. 

The Ridge, 1 Black Bull Close, High Street, Dunbar, East Lothian EH42 1JH

Last Tuesday of every month

18:00-19:30 

This free group is led by autistic volunteers and welcomes all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18.

SWAN Places meet-ups are intended to be relaxed and laid-back gatherings for all women and non-binary people who identify as autistic.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

This is not a structured support group, but rather an opportunity to benefit from community and connection in an all-autistic space.

You can share, listen, or simply relax among like-minded peers who understand and support one another.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

To come along please book through Eventbrite

We know that can feel a bit daunting some days, but remember we’re all autistic so we all feel the same, and we promise it'll be worth it!

If you have any questions, or you'd like to get in touch first, just send us an email:

east.lothian@swanscotland.org

Please always check the calendar before you go to a group as occasionally we may have to change or cancel (only if unavoidable) last minute and we will post these changes on here.

Online, via Zoom

3rd Sunday of the month

15:00 - 16:00

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. 

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

If you would like to come along please book through Eventbrite

For more details please email:

edinburgh@swanscotland.org

Online via Zoom

Last Monday of the month 6pm-7pm

Please note due to Summer holidays the June meet is the 23rd June 

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone living in or around Moray.

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

Online via Zoom

Last Wednesday of the month
6-7pm

Register here on Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone who is currently a student in Scotland.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Booking is through Eventbrite. Register here on Eventbrite

If you have any questions please email our Student volunteer team:

students@swanscotland.org

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. 

Online, via Zoom

2nd Tuesday of the month
6.00-7.00pm

Book through Eventbrite

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

If you have any questions, please email:stirlingshire.and.clacks@swanscotland.org

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone living on the Shetlands Islands

Online, via Zoom

2nd Thursday of the month
6-7pm

Book through Eventbrite

This group is a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

It's also an an opportunity to share ideas about starting an in person group on the Island.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

If you have any questions please email :

Shetland@swanscotland.org

Online, via Zoom

3rd Sunday of the month

15:00 - 16:00

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. 

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

If you would like to come along please book through Eventbrite

For more details please email:

edinburgh@swanscotland.org

This is an informal space for all autistic women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people who are also parents or carers (of either NT or ND children). 

Please note: You do not need to have a formal diagnosis, but you do need to identify as autistic - this group is not for non-autistic parents/carers of autistic children. 

We are recruiting for more volunteers to help facilitate this group and full support/training will be given.

Please fill in the form below if you would like more details 

FORM HERE

Online, via Zoom

The group will run on the 3rd Thursday of each month - check our calendar for dates. 

19:00 - 20:30

Download the flyer for this group

This is an informal space for autistic women and non-binary people to come together to share the highs and lows of life as an autistic parent/carer (of either neurodivergent or neurotypical children).

It's a chance to meet other autistic parents and carers, access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences within a friendly, supportive autistic community.

There will be no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

The session will be facilitated by trained autistic volunteers, who will manage and support the discussion.

You are welcome to just listen, share in the text chat or discuss verbally different parenting topics and stories.

We're really looking forward to seeing you!

Please sign up to attend via the SWAN Eventbrite page.

Numbers are limited by our Zoom account, and because attendees have told us they prefer slightly smaller groups, so the conversation and text chat are more accessible.

We will email you with more detail about the sessions, including accessibility information and the joining link, once you have signed up.

Online via Zoom

Last Monday of the month 6pm-7pm

Please note due to Summer holidays the June meet is the 23rd June 

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone living in or around Moray.

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. 

Online, via Zoom

2nd Tuesday of the month
6.00-7.00pm

Book through Eventbrite

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

If you have any questions, please email:stirlingshire.and.clacks@swanscotland.org

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone living on the Shetlands Islands

Online, via Zoom

2nd Thursday of the month
6-7pm

Book through Eventbrite

This group is a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

It's also an an opportunity to share ideas about starting an in person group on the Island.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite

If you have any questions please email :

Shetland@swanscotland.org

Online, via Zoom

3rd Sunday of the month

15:00 - 16:00

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. 

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

If you would like to come along please book through Eventbrite

For more details please email:

edinburgh@swanscotland.org

This is an informal space for all autistic women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people who are also parents or carers (of either NT or ND children). 

Please note: You do not need to have a formal diagnosis, but you do need to identify as autistic - this group is not for non-autistic parents/carers of autistic children. 

We are recruiting for more volunteers to help facilitate this group and full support/training will be given.

Please fill in the form below if you would like more details 

FORM HERE

Online, via Zoom

The group will run on the 3rd Thursday of each month - check our calendar for dates. 

19:00 - 20:30

Download the flyer for this group

This is an informal space for autistic women and non-binary people to come together to share the highs and lows of life as an autistic parent/carer (of either neurodivergent or neurotypical children).

It's a chance to meet other autistic parents and carers, access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences within a friendly, supportive autistic community.

There will be no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

The session will be facilitated by trained autistic volunteers, who will manage and support the discussion.

You are welcome to just listen, share in the text chat or discuss verbally different parenting topics and stories.

We're really looking forward to seeing you!

Please sign up to attend via the SWAN Eventbrite page.

Numbers are limited by our Zoom account, and because attendees have told us they prefer slightly smaller groups, so the conversation and text chat are more accessible.

We will email you with more detail about the sessions, including accessibility information and the joining link, once you have signed up.

Online via Zoom

Last Monday of the month 6pm-7pm

Please note due to Summer holidays the June meet is the 23rd June 

Book through Eventbrite

This online group is for all autistic (diagnosed or self-identified) women (both cis and trans) and non-binary people over 18. The group is for anyone living in or around Moray.

It's a chance to access peer support and information and share thoughts and experiences with a friendly, supportive autistic community.

As with all SWAN’s online groups, you are welcome to have your camera on or off and you can join in the conversation and use the chat function as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

They are safe and confidential spaces, facilitated by autistic volunteers.

There is no presentation, no set agenda and no obligation to participate.

Please read our Guidelines & Rules before you come along to any of our SWAN Places groups, to help ensure they are safe, supportive and friendly spaces.

Book through Eventbrite