Events at WayMakers

We improve opportunities and outcomes for autistic and AuDHD people age 14 and up. We deliver support to them and those around them.

Person-centred. Strengths-based. Solution-focused.

Our Next PINN Forum –

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Bookings are now open for the next Northern Devon Forum for Practitioners Meeting Neurodiversity Needs (PINN Forum). This essential event will bring together service providers and professionals dedicated to supporting neurodivergent individuals in our community.

This forum brings together professionals working across community services to connect, share learning, and strengthen neuroinclusive practice across Northern Devon.

Theme: From Good Intentions to Real Impact

The session will explore how we can move from good intentions to practical, meaningful changes that improve outcomes for neurodivergent people across our services and communities.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026

Time: 10am – 1pm (arrival from 9.45am)

Location: The Growforward Project, Chelfham Mill, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7LA

Optional Afternoon Workshop

There is also the option to stay for a free extended workshop exploring the TICA (Trauma-Informed Community Assessment) Tool, led by colleagues from Devon Mental Health Alliance and Co-Lab.

Workshop: 2.30pm – 4.30pm

There will be a long lunch break between sessions, with time for informal networking.

Book your place here

Event Highlights:

Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow practitioners and expand your professional network.

Knowledge Exchange: Share insights and learn from the latest research and practices in neurodivergent support.

Collaborative Solutions: Engage in discussions aimed at creating actionable solutions for the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals.

Get involved:

If you or your organisation has any questions, or would like to participate, please email us at katie@waymakers.co.uk.

Join us in making a difference and advocating for a more inclusive and supportive community for neurodivergent individuals. We look forward to seeing you there!

More information: PINN Forum

Would you like to support us?

£6.50 buys refreshments for a coaching session, whilst also supporting a local café.

£12.50 pays for meeting room hire, when clients want to meet outside the home, but feel the library or a cafe is not accessible to them.

£82 funds a 1-to-1 person-centred, solution-focused strategy coaching session.

£225 covers the cost of responding to enquiries and requests for signposting or advice for a period of one month.

£920 funds a complete 10 week coaching programme for a client in need.

£5000 corporate sponsorship funds one year’s events for the North Devon PINN Forum: a space we facilitate for around 50 practitioners to meet, collaborate, and learn from each other.

We are forever grateful for individuals and organisations that support us.

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