Join autism advocate Anna Kennedy on Women’s Radio Station as she discusses exciting upcoming projects including the Autumn’s Got Talent roadshow in St. Ives and a groundbreaking collaboration with the Autism Reality Experience sensory bus. This innovative program will give first responders hands-on experience of sensory overload, training 180 police, fire, and ambulance personnel to better understand autism and improve their interactions with autistic individuals. Anna also shares details about the extended deadline for Autism Hero Awards nominations across 12 categories. The episode features inspiring guest Alessandra Besta, founder of NoNo Cocoa, who transformed her struggle to feed her severely autistic 13-year-old son into a revolutionary functional food company. Her nutrient-dense, sensory-friendly chocolates address common autism challenges like restricted eating and digestive issues, while her inclusive Team NoNo employs young adults with autism in production roles. Alessandra’s journey from council flat kitchen to successful social enterprise demonstrates how parents can turn autism challenges into innovative solutions that benefit the entire community.