Blog
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Autism: Common Traits You Might Recognise
Autism is a natural form of neurodiversity - a different way the brain is wired. For many autistic people that can bring both strengths (deep focus, pattern-spotting, honesty, intense interests) and challenges (sensory overload, burnout, anxiety, navigating social “rules”). Everyone...
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A More Inclusive Christmas: Small Changes, Big Impact
Christmas is often described as "the most wonderful time of the year", a season filled with music, twinkling lights, packed calendars, and joyful noise. But for some, especially autistic people, the holidays can also bring sensory overload, social fatigue, and...
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Breaking Stereotypes: What Autism Really Looks Like
When you hear the word autism, what image comes to mind? For many people, it’s characters like Raymond in Rain Man or Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory: a socially awkward genius with no interest in relationships and an...
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How to Make Interviews More Inclusive
Interviews are a crucial step in the hiring process, but for many disabled and autistic candidates, they can also be a major barrier. Employers in the UK have a legal duty under the Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable adjustments for...
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Social Enterprise or Charity? Know the Difference
People often ask whether Harry Specters is a charity. We get the comparison - it often feels like we’re doing charitable work. But while we do have a powerful social mission, we’re not a charity. We're a social enterprise. Let’s...
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Social Impact Through Artisan Chocolate
When you buy from us, whether it’s a silky-smooth chocolate bar or a beautifully curated box of handcrafted chocolates, you’re doing more than treating yourself or a loved one. You’re backing a social enterprise that puts purpose and people at...