Looking for bespoke training?
AUsome Training no longer offers bespoke training.
We work closely with a small number of skilled, experienced presenters who we are happy to recommend.
The shortlist below is growing as additional people are vetted.
If your region is not listed yet, consider the online option.
Gillian Kearns
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Waterford | Wexford | Kilkenny: 1-4 hours
Online: 45 minutes – 2 hours duration
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Gillian is a dedicated Early Childhood educator and valued AUsome Training tutor with extensive experience in primary education and child protection sectors. Focused on fostering collaboration and improving relationships and outcomes, Gillian’s passion lies in supporting adults and young people to work together for a positive, inclusive environment.
The importance of understanding Neurodivergent experience drives her work with parents, guardians, and families to equip them with the knowledge and tools needed to support the young people in their care effectively. Gillian also delivers training to helping professionals in education, therapy and child protection, as well as corporate and charitable organisations.
Advocacy and Disability justice underpin Gillian’s work. A co-founder of Neuro Pride Ireland, Gillian has played a pivotal role in establishing a self-directed community space and Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO) as she strongly believes in the importance of connection and community in improving the lives of Neurodivergent people of all ages.
Gillian is a tutor on the AUsome Training Cothú, Leanbh, Dawn, and SNA programmes.
Selected topics from Gillian’s training, presentations and workshops:
PDA | ADHD | Autism | Neurodiversity Explained
Creating Neuroaffirmative environments (education and employment)
Accessible communication | Intersection of LGBTQIA+ identities and Neurodivergence
Scott Neilson
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Lanarkshire | Glasgow | Edinburgh | Ayrshire | Dumfries | Scottish Borders | Dundee | Fife | Perth: 1-6 hours
Online: 1-3 hours
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Scott is an Autistic Trainer, Mentor & Consultant based in Scotland with many years of experience supporting Autistic people and engaging with the wider public through their advocacy work.
They are an experienced presenter, providing in-person talks and workshops in addition to to delivering a range of more formal training sessions, and presenting at conferences to a broad range of professionals and organisations.
Scott is a co-author of the books Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People and Gabby’s Glimmers.
They work with organisations including GROVE Neurodivergent Mentoring & Education. transforming the lives of Autistic people through inclusion, respect, and seeking out the joy and interests that bring quality of life to the Autistic person. Scott also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism.
A valued AUsome Training presenter, Scott is a tutor on our Cothú programme, has presented at our conferences, and delivered several excellent webinars for us.
Selected topics from Scott’s training, presentations and workshops:
Autistic Communication | Safe Spaces | Transitions | Sensory Needs | Anxiety | Burnout | Employment | Autistic Wellbeing
MAQQI
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Waterford, Kilkenny, south Tipperary: 1-6 hours
Online: 1-3 hours
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MAQQI has been part of AUsome Training from the beginning. A leader within the Autistic community for over 15 years, they also have 20 years experience supporting Neurodivergent students, from primary through to postgrad levels.
They have presented at conferences and delivered workshops across Europe, bringing new perspectives on the Autistic experience to professional audiences, parent groups, and Autistic community gatherings alike. Their focus on the core role of sensory differences in shaping Autistic experience, and a whole-person framing of Neurodivergence that takes account of physiological and sociological factors as well as neurological, has helped transform current understanding. An accomplished presenter, MAQQI is as comfortable engaging in parent-group outreach or supporting parents when meeting schools as delivering to professional and academic audiences.
MAQQI was a founding member of the international advocacy group Autistic Union, organised Ireland’s first Autistic Pride picnic, and has been an active participant in the annual NeuroPride Festival each year.
They have been involved in much of the development of AUsome Training since day one, as a presenter on numerous webinars, courses and conferences, as co-developer of our Cothú, Leanbh, Dawn, and upcoming Schools course, and their blog posts and ongoing work on Autistic theory.
Selected topics from  MAQQI’s training, presentations and workshops:
Autistic Communication | Safe Spaces | Transitions | Sensory Needs | Anxiety | Burnout | Employment | Autistic Wellbeing
Client Testimonial
“You know, it’s not very often I’m lost for words… I was totally blown away by the magic that happened in the room on Tuesday. I had such a glow and warmth inside me afterwards. And, I know I wasn’t the only one. You have such amazing skill in both guiding and enlightening a session, and a group of participants, yet also being part of the conversation. Your ability to put everyone at ease is inspiring. Creating that nurturing space where everyone feels safe in a two hour session is in itself a gift and a talent. Ye are some woman Evaleen and we are so grateful to you for your honesty and sharing with us your immense knowledge and skill. The session felt like a really important day, turning point and lightbulb moment for so many. It was magical. You gave people permission to take back their power and that was evidently clear both during and afterwards, going by the outpourings of gratitude and feedback from our group of participants. A massive thank you Evaleen for another phenomenal session. Can’t wait to welcome you back again!”
Lesley
