On Sunday 12 April, communities across Ireland came together for the Same Chance Walk for Autism, a nationwide movement bringing communities together to support Autistic people and their families.
Walks took place at Belmont Demesne, Co. Wicklow on 12 April, followed by Kylemore Abbey, Co. Galway on 10 May, alongside local events in communities across the country.
In Belmont Demesne, we were delighted to have Presenter and Social Media star Eric Roberts return as our Same Chance Walk ambassador, bringing his lived experienced as a former Special Needs Assistant (SNA) and personal connection to Autism advocacy to the initiative.
Whether you were walking solo, with friends, or with your local community, every step taken helped create a more inclusive Ireland.
1 in 27 people in Ireland are Autistic, yet many still face barriers to education, employment, and community life. The Same Chance Walk for Autism provides opportunity to stand in solidarity and raises essential funds for AsIAm, Ireland’s Autism Charity.
Together, we took steps towards a more inclusive Ireland - one where every Autistic person has the same chance to reach their full potential.
We will confirm the date for the next annual Same Chance Walk in early 2027.
In September 2024, PTSB announced a multi-year partnership with AsIAm, enabling the charity to further support autistic customers and families and to promote and drive greater inclusivity in Irish society.
In addition to the partnership announcement, PTSB was pleased to become the first bank in Ireland to receive Autism-Friendly branch accreditation.
The Autism-Friendly accreditation has been received because these branches meet the following AsIAm criteria:
