Included Not Excluded - A Podcast About Autism, Education, and Change

Launching in September 2025, Included Not Excluded is a monthly podcast from BeyondAutism hosted by CEO Tracie Coultas-Pitman. Through interviews with autistic individuals, parents, educators, and policymakers, the series explores real-life experiences and evidence-based strategies that shape autism education and inclusion. Covering topics from school placements and early intervention to family support and long-term planning, each 20–35 minute episode offers practical insights for families and professionals. Distributed across major platforms and supported by a robust promotion plan, the podcast strengthens BeyondAutism’s reach and influence as a thought leader in inclusive practice.

Episode 1: The Realities of SEND – A Parent’s Journey and a Leader’s Perspective

Welcome to Included Not Excluded, the podcast from BeyondAutism exploring the challenges, successes, and strategies shaping autism education today.In this episode:Nikkie-Chekita Jordan, a parent of an autistic child, shares her family’s journey and the challenges of accessing the right support.Professor Toby Salt, an experienced leader in education, reflects on systemic barriers and how schools and services can respond.Tracie Coultas-Pitman, BeyondAutism CEO, hosts the conversation and considers what these experiences mean for families, educators, and professionals.🔗 Learn more about our work: www.beyondautism.org.uk📧 Contact us: info@beyondautism.org.uk Copyright (C) 2025 BeyondAutismProduced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz.The views and opinions expressed by guests on Included Not Excluded are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BeyondAutism, its trustees, staff, or affiliates. This podcast is provided for general information only and should not be taken as professional, legal, medical, or educational advice. Listeners should always seek appropriate independent guidance for their circumstances. BeyondAutism accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken, or not taken, on the basis of this podcast.

09-20
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Coming Soon - Included Not Excluded - A BeyondAutism Podcast

“Welcome to Included Not Excluded — the new podcast from BeyondAutism. Each month, we’ll share real stories and conversations about autism education — from parents, practitioners, and young people. We’ll tackle the challenges, celebrate the wins, and ask the big questions: How do we create schools that include, not exclude? What does independence really look like? Our first episode launches this Sunday, 21 September. Subscribe now and join us — because inclusion isn’t just a word, it’s a movement. And it starts here. Copyright (C) 2025 BeyondAutism Produced by BeyondAutism and edited by Jesica Martinez de Hoz. The views and opinions expressed by guests on Included Not Excluded are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BeyondAutism, its trustees, staff, or affiliates. This podcast is provided for general information only and should not be taken as professional, legal, medical, or educational advice. Listeners should always seek appropriate independent guidance for their circumstances. BeyondAutism accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken, or not taken, on the basis of this podcast.

09-19
00:46

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