As organisations across Ireland place greater emphasis on inclusion and accessibility, Autism Friendly Accreditation is becoming an important benchmark for best practice.

What Is Autism Friendly Accreditation?

Developed by AsIAm, this accreditation recognises organisations that have taken meaningful steps to create environments that are accessible, welcoming, and responsive to the needs of people with autism.

It reflects a commitment to action, ensuring that services, spaces, and staff are equipped to support neurodivergent people effectively.

Turas Nua is delighted to announce that we have achieved Autism Friendly Accreditation from AsIAm, a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to inclusion.

Working in partnership with AsIAm, we have taken meaningful steps to ensure our environments, services, and practices are more accessible, welcoming, and responsive to the needs of people with autism and other neurodivergent people.

This achievement reflects a broader organisational focus on understanding how we can better support individuals, improve accessibility, and create positive, inclusive experiences across our services.

A Milestone Achievement in our Headquarters

A special acknowledgement goes to our team in Roscrea, whose dedication and collaboration were instrumental in achieving this accreditation.

Following a comprehensive review process, our Roscrea office successfully met and exceeded the standards required for Autism Friendly Accreditation.

Why Autism Friendly Practices Matter for Employers and Services

Creating autism-friendly environments delivers real benefits for organisations, employees, and communities.

Organisations that prioritise accessibility and inclusion can:

• Improve engagement and service experience
• Support better outcomes for individuals
• Strengthen trust within communities
• Enhance employer brand and social impact
• At a time when inclusive hiring and accessibility are increasingly important across Ireland, adopting autism-friendly practices is a key part of building future-ready organisations.

Building Towards a Phased Rollout

This accreditation marks the beginning of a wider journey.

Turas Nua is now working towards a phased rollout of Autism Friendly standards, ensuring that inclusive practices are embedded consistently across all of our locations and services.

By building on the learnings from Roscrea, we aim to create environments where everyone, regardless of their needs, can access support in a way that works for them.

If you’re planning for the future of your workforce, and want to learn how to be a more inclusive empoyer, Turas Nua is here to help.

👉 Get in touch to explore how our services can support your organisation.