Our AWARD WINNING ‘Engineering Neurodiverse Futures’ Programme!
We’ve got that winning feeling!
Responding to our engineering community’s unique challenges enables us to offer truly life-changing support.
So we were delighted to find out that our Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme had been recognised as ‘Impactful Grant of the Year 2024’ at the ACO – The Association of Charitable Organisations Awards!
Why is this programme so important?
- Research shows a greater incidence of neurodiversity in engineers, with around 820,000 neurodiverse engineers working in the UK alone
- Due to a lack of support, students with neurodiverse attributes are more likely to drop out of their courses
- Our Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme gives engineering students and apprentices access to tailored funding, resources and opportunities to help them thrive in their studies and build a rewarding career in the industry
- Support includes a fully funded, fast-tracked diagnosis; counselling sessions; financial support, and expert career coaching
And we’re pleased that it’s already making a big difference in our community:
“Foothold’s support has been a big milestone for me. I know it will change my life for the better”
Thanks to everyone who helped us get this transformative programme off the ground – it’s testament to our commitment to ensuring no engineer or their family has to face life’s challenges alone!
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Your stories
This money will cover all our everyday expenses until the government funding kicks in or we can start working again. I think it’s just brilliant that there is somebody giving this kind of support.Simon Gaze View story Read quote by Simon Gaze
The financial support has alleviated so many problems for us. I can’t express how much it helped - it’s enabled us to live a life.Alan Monelle View story Read quote by Alan Monelle
I feel like I have a safety net which reassures me massively. We still have stressful days, but I can manage them so much better than before.View story Read Molly’s story of getting counselling support
The way we have dealt with the last 12 months is with a positive attitude, laughter and not being afraid to ask for help.Sharon Monelle View story Read quote by Sharon Monelle