April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we’re marking this by sharing reflections from colleagues in Lambeth Council’s Staff Disability Forum about what helps create an autism‑friendly workplace.
More than one in 100 people are autistic, and autism is often under‑diagnosed, particularly among women and girls – so many staff and residents will have lived experience, even if they don’t have a formal diagnosis.
Lambeth’s Annual Public Health Report 2025 focuses on food justice – the principle that everyone has the right to affordable, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food. It highlights how food insecurity in Lambeth is not just about hunger but also about access to food that supports health, dignity, and community.
As the year draws to a close, the Brixton Blood Donor Centre is calling on our community to come together and make a life-changing difference. Blood donations drop during the winter months, yet the need remains constant – and urgent. One hour of your time could save up to three lives, making it one of the most meaningful gifts you can give this festive season.
Twenty-seven autistic young people from three Lambeth schools have created a powerful documentary, ‘Autism: A Unique Life’, to raise awareness of autism, challenge stereotypes and share their lived experiences.
Funded by NHS South East London All Age Autism Fund, Lambeth Council partnered with local production company Chocolate Films Workshops to deliver documentary-making workshops to the young people aged 11–19 from three local schools: Elm Court School, La Retraite School and London Nautical School, City of London Academy.