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Centre for Autism and Theology
Resourcing Faith Communities
The Centre for Autism and Theology aims to be an international hub for autism and theology research. Our research is interdisciplinary and is done in connection with the third sector, interested individuals and other parties.
To this end, the Centre hosts interdisciplinary research into autism and faith. Our aim is to encourage research of the highest standard, and to engage in dialogue with various faith traditions. The Centre aspires to work together actively with autistic people and faith communities.
The Centre envisions a theological and interdisciplinary discourse around autism that has the potential to contribute to the wider discourse, linked to the autistic religious experience, emphasising the God-given value of those on the autism spectrum.
The primary focus of the Centre is on autism. Nevertheless, the Centre is home to and actively welcomes researchers who study other neurodivergences, such as ADHD and dyslexia.
