Charlotte McIlwain

Charlotte is a sibling and self-advocate with deep lived experience and extensive knowledge of common co-occurring conditions associated with autism, including ADHD, ARFID, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Dyscalculia. Her perspective is shaped by both personal insight and having an autistic sibling, giving her a nuanced understanding of the challenges families face.

Charlotte serves as an Advisory Board Member for the National Autism Safety Council, where she contributes her expertise on sibling experiences, neurodiversity, and the unique resource and safety gaps that families navigate daily. She is currently a student pursuing a career in Education, with a passion for creating more supportive, informed, and inclusive environments for neurodivergent learners.

Recently, Charlotte delivered a powerful speech highlighting the overlooked but significant challenges faced by autism families. Her advocacy is driven by a commitment to improving understanding, strengthening support systems, and advancing meaningful change for the autism community.