Autistic people living on the Isle of Wight are being invited to have their say on a new All-Age Autism Strategy public survey, launched by the Isle of Wight Council.
The Council has launched a public survey to gather views and experiences that will help shape future autism support and services across the Island.
The feedback will be used to inform the development of a strategy designed to improve outcomes for autistic children, young people and adults on the Island.
The survey is open to Isle of Wight residents and is available in both standard and Easy Read formats to ensure as many people as possible can take part.
As an additional incentive, everyone who completes the full survey will be entered into a prize draw to win a £10 voucher that can be redeemed at more than 140 high street and online retailers.
The council is encouraging autistic people, parents, carers, families, community groups, schools, health professionals and support organisations to share their views and experiences.
Councillor James Whelan, chair of the council’s Adult Social Care, Public Health and Housing Committee, said:
“We want to hear from as many people as possible about their experiences of autism services and support on the Isle of Wight.
Article continues below this advertisement “Whether you are autistic yourself, care for someone who is autistic, or work with autistic people, your views will help us better understand what is working well and where improvements can be made.
“This is an important opportunity for residents to help shape the future direction of autism support on the Island. By sharing your experiences, you can help ensure the new All-Age Autism Strategy reflects the needs and aspirations of our communities.”
The findings from the survey will help inform the council and its partners as they develop a strategy aimed at supporting autistic people at every stage of life, helping to create more inclusive services and communities across the Isle of Wight.
Residents can complete the survey online via the council’s website at www.iow.gov.uk/autism.
Printed copies will also be available at selected community locations, including libraries, and can be requested by emailing [email protected], however this mailbox is monitored exclusively for survey-related enquiries and requests.
The closing date is 31st December 2026.
