“Connecting and empowering ADHD adults
of marginalised genders.”
ADHDAF+ is a charity for ADHD adults of marginalised genders at any stage of their ADHD discovery or diagnosis, in England, Scotland and Wales.
Our vision is a society that works for ADHD adults of marginalised genders, where they are accepted, respected and supported.
Why are we called ADHDAF+?
The charity has grown from the podcast ADHD As Females, which began as a personal exploration of late diagnosed ADHD from a female perspective.
Our name acknowledges the roots of ADHDAF+ whilst recognising that gender is not binary, that’s why we use the term marginalised genders.
Who do we work with and for?
ADHD adults of marginalised genders, at any stage of diagnosis or discovery, with a specific interest in those discovered/diagnosed after the age of 18.
Our Values
Inclusive
We are an inclusive community, acknowledging intersectional barriers. We believe in unity, understanding and acceptance
Supportive
Our approach is built on equity, representation and respect
Empowering
We believe in empowering individuals
Transparent
We will be clear and open about what we do and how we do it.
What do we do?
Unite: People are united with peers, to share and learn from each other’s lived experiences,
Inform: People are better informed about their rights and the choices they have,
Support: People are supported to understand and navigate systems,
Empower: People are empowered by gaining the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to live fulfilled lives and come together to create positive change in society (e.g. equity in healthcare, employment, and post-18 education)
Our Approach to everything we do
is based on an empowering peer support model, drawing on the expertise of lived experience,
builds on what is strong in our community as well as challenging what is wrong in society,
takes an intersectional approach to gender, with support, guidance or in consultation with experts as required,
uses a rights-based framework,
focuses on equity of outcomes.
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