2018’s Autism Hero Award winners were honoured at a glitzy award ceremony in London over the weekend.
Dr Anna Kennedy OBE, organisers of the awards and founder of leading autism AnnaKennedyOnline told us “The awards are getting bigger – this year we have had people travelling from Los Angeles, Canada and France.”
She added “It’s amazing to celebrate those people who go the extra mile for autistic children.”
Meet the winners:
Outstanding Education Award – Melanie Whitfield
Sibling of the Year Award – Sarah Yasini
Creative Arts and Media Award – Kathryn Tonkiss
Lifetime Achiever Award – Lesley Fisher
Top Journalism Award – Steve Downes
Outstanding Community Award – Libby Hill and Steve Whitmore
Peoples Autism Hero Award – Vicki Taylor
Parent/Carer Award – Rebecca Taylor
Personal Achievement Award- Mickey Mayhew
Leading Business Award – Toby Gorniak
Online Social Network Award – Chris Bonello
Entrepreneurial Award – Oliver Wendt PHD
Special Recognition Award – Paula McGowan #JusticeforOliver
Charity Volunteer of the Year – Adrijana Owen
