New Free Creative Resources Launched for Neurodivergent Young People

Young people, families and educators can now access a new set of free creative resources designed to support neurodivergent young people to explore identity, wellbeing and self-expression.

The resources have been developed through Playing A/Part, a research project led by the University of Kent in partnership with the University of Surrey. The project brought together autistic girls aged 11–16 to take part in creative workshops using drama, music, movement and creative writing to explore their lived experiences, supported by creative practitioners including staff from youth arts charity Peer Productions.

Peer Productions’ Artistic Director, Nina Lemon, and Leader of Learning (PEP), Hannah Newman, were collaborators on the original research, contributing their expertise in creative practice and peer education to the delivery of workshops.

Following the research, the University of Kent worked with Peer Productions to develop a series of interactive peer education resources with and for young people. The resources are flexible and accessible, designed to be used in schools, at home, or independently, helping more neurodivergent young people benefit from creative, supportive learning experiences.

These new digital resources extend the reach of the university-led research and reflect a shared commitment to creativity, inclusion and collaboration, ensuring that neurodivergent young people’s voices and experiences are recognised and valued.

The resources are now available here.