Aston Avery was diagnosed with autism at two and a half and also suffered from enterocolitis. He has overcome numerous surgeries and communication challenges.

Joining La Danse Fantastique Theatre School changed his life, improving his confidence and helping him connect with peers. He has been awarded a scholarship from Pineapple Performing Arts School for his determination.

Daniel Docherty, 19, from Ireland, is an autism advocate and singer. Diagnosed at 14, he uses music to manage anxiety and express himself. He aims to promote acceptance and support for neurodiverse individuals through his role as an ambassador for Anna Kennedy Online.

Ethan Khumalo is an autistic dancer and lyricist. He uses his talents to inspire others with autism and mental health challenges. Ethan won a scholarship to train with Pineapple Performing Arts School and continues to raise awareness and promote acceptance through his performances.

Harvey Price is the eldest son of Katie Price. He is partially blind, has Autism, and Prader-Willi syndrome. Harvey has been playing the keyboard since the age of four and was inspired to audition after watching Autism’s Got Talent.

He and his mum are campaigning to make social media trolling a criminal offence through “Harvey’s Law”. Harvey supports our “Give Us A Break” campaign against online bullying.

Loveartpix is a self-taught, award-winning artist from Manchester, England. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a personality trait disorder, autism at 41, and ADHD three years later, his artistic journey became a therapeutic outlet during assessments and daily challenges.

He began creating art on his phone in 2018 and now shares his emotionally-driven work online to promote the therapeutic power of creativity. His mission is to raise awareness about living as a neurodivergent individual in a neurotypical society, sharing his experiences openly through art and blogging.

Loveartpix donates art to raise funds for charity and has exhibited across the Northwest, France, and launched a successful debut exhibition in Manchester in 2025, featuring global neurodivergent artists. He speaks in schools and prisons, and was awarded the Anna Kennedy Online Autism Hero Award for Creative Arts in 2023.

He has also been nominated for the National Diversity Award 2024 and recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester, receiving an invitation to Buckingham Palace for his contributions. A documentary on his journey is set for release in 2025.

Now a proud ambassador for Anna Kennedy Online, he continues to champion inclusion and support through his powerful creative expression.

Matty Street, CEO of TeamKarting.co.uk, was diagnosed with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Asperger’s. Despite school struggles, he found success in motorsport and business and now hosts autism awareness events.

Macauley Elvin turned to music to cope with bullying and now enjoys performing and supporting charity events. He has written a song with his mum to help raise awareness for AKO’s “Give Us A Break” campaign against bullying.

Mr Kieron Lee is an EDM/R&B producer and artist. We first met Kieron in 2016 when he performed on our first charity album ‘Building Bridges’ with his track ‘Letting Go’.

Kieron’s debut album Acronyms has reached over 100 countries on Spotify, and all of his projects donate a portion of proceeds to Anna Kennedy Online.

Paul Isaacs is an autistic trainer, speaker, and author. He has written several books on autism and works to help others understand and appreciate the complexities of autism. Paul believes in the potential of every autistic individual and promotes inclusion and acceptance.

Tess and her assistance dog, Kratu, raise awareness for autism and assistance dogs. Tess, who is autistic, shares her experiences to promote understanding and change.