Looking for people with autism or their families? Whether you're involved in a major research project or you're an author seeking people to interview for your book, The National Autistic Society (NAS) may be able to help you find people.

We make every effort to facilitate research and involve our members and supporters in activities that will benefit people with autism. We may use a variety of channels including our publications, website or online community to promote research and activities.

We regret that due to the volume of requests we receive, the NAS reserves the right to decline your application without entering into correspondence. By asking for our help you are agreeing to these terms.

Postgraduate researchers

If you are a researcher at postgraduate level and beyond and seeking participants, we may be able to advertise your appeal for subjects on this website. Applications are considered by our research staff.

The following conditions apply to research that we advertise:

  • We require a copy of your ethical approval letter before we can advertise your research (we will contact you about this if required)
  • We will require that a written report is submitted to us after completion of the project
  • We regret that due to the volume of requests we receive, the NAS reserves the right to decline your application without entering into correspondence. By asking for our help you are agreeing to these terms.

Please complete the researchers' form if you agree with these terms.

Undergraduate researchers

If you are an undergraduate or school pupil it is possible that our Regional Teams in the UK may be able to help. Please note that they have a very limited capacity to deal with requests and may not be able to reply to you. Contact your local Regional Team.

Authors, journalists and film makers

If you are looking for people with autism and their families for a book, magazine, news feature or documentary, please contact our Press Team.

Campaigners

We may be able to promote your campaign if it aligns with our charitable objectives. Please contact our Campaigns Team.