On this page, you will find a list of current co-production and engagement opportunities that you can get involved with to help shape and develop services for Autistic people.
To be kept up-to-date with future co-production and engagement opportunities please click here to register your interest
Current co-production and engagement opportunities
Online
Norfolk Alcohol Research - ASD and ADHD Participants
Social Marketing Gateway (SMG) is an independent research agency, working with Norfolk County Council to conduct research into alcohol related harms and 18-25 year olds, specifically focussing on key groups of young adults such as those with ADHD and ASD.
As part of this work, the SMG research team will be conducting online interview/focus group sessions with young adults within these groups to better understand their attitudes and behaviours in relation to alcohol, and what future support could help to reduce the alcohol-related harms felt by these groups.
There will be no need to prepare anything in advance of the session as the interviews will be asking about your own thoughts and experiences, and there is also no obligation to share anything you do not want to.
Participation is completely anonymous and confidential and SMG will not use your name in any reports or pass your details on to anyone.
The sessions will be taking place in a few weeks’ time (from mid-June onwards).
To find out more or to get involved, please email research@smgateway.co.uk
Online
In Person
Norfolk's Drug and Alchol System
What is the SULE Project?
The Substance Use Lived Experience (SULE) Project is a research initiative led by Peer Researchers with lived experience of recovery from substance misuse. The project aims to shape the future of Norfolk’s drug and alcohol support system by gathering the voices of:
- People who are currently or have previously accessed drug and alcohol services.
- People who use or have used substances but have not accessed formal support.
- Friends, families, and carers of those affected by substance use.
The goal is to identify what works well and what could be improved, ensuring that lived experiences influence decision-making at all levels.
How to Get Involved
If you have lived experience or insights to share, there are several ways to participate:
- One-to-One Conversations – Share your experiences confidentially in a format that suits you (in-person, online, or by phone).
- Small Group Discussions – Join a group to discuss issues and help develop a lived experience-led recovery community in Norfolk.
For more information or an informal chat:
Email: Jamie-Barnes@together-uk.org
Call/Text: 07521 430272
Website: www.together-uk.org
Online
Carer Involvement Meetings
These meetings are an opportunity for Carers to come together with people and organisations working in the
local area to share feedback about services. They also offer the chance to connect with other Carers and gain valuable information about support and activities in the local area. They take place four times a year and are split into five geographical areas of Norfolk and Waveney to ensure that the information is local and relevant.
All meetings have a friendly atmosphere and take place on Zoom. You can join and leave at any time throughout the session. For the Zoom link please email info@carersvoice.org or click on the button above.
Dates
February/ March
6th February– West Norfolk
13th February– East and Waveney
20th February– South Norfolk
27th February– Norwich/ Central Norfolk
6th March– North Norfolk
May
1st May– West Norfolk
8th May– East and Waveney
15th May– South Norfolk
22nd May– Norwich/ Central Norfolk
29th May– North Norfolk
July/August-Dates to be confirmed
October/ November
30th October– West Norfolk
6th November– East and Waveney
13th November– South Norfolk
20th November– Norwich/ Central Norfolk
27th November- North Norfolk
You can Click Here to download the meetings dates.
Online
Autism Norfolk Forum
Autism Norfolk Forum is a place for autistic people of all ages and their families, along with anyone with an interest in autism, to engage with each other. It’s a place where you can share your experiences of autism in the knowledge that it will inform the current and future priorities of the Norfolk Autism Partnership Board. At each forum, you can get updates from members of the Board about its ongoing work.
The next Autism Forum Norfolk is on:
Date: Tuesday 1st July 2025
Time: 13:00-15:00
Location: Via Zoom (pre-registration required)
For more information click here