The journey
Every step, every stage, every voice along the way.
2019
University of Derby
Began PhD research
Investigating post-diagnostic support for autistic adults.
the poster The research began with a simple question: what happens after an autistic adult is diagnosed? Too often the answer was a letter, a leaflet and very little else.
The project listens to autistic adults, families and clinicians to map the support that actually helps, and to shape a model that services can put into practice.
- Mixed-methods study with autistic adults and clinicians
- First conference poster presented in 2021
- Findings shared with NHS post-diagnostic teams
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first keynote 
2023
University of Derby
Graduated, and kept going
Cap, gown, and the start of a platform.
graduation day 2026
Pageant Queen UK
Official sponsor announced
Printlogik Ltd became Emma's official sponsor.
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the big reveal 2026
Miss Pageant Queen UK
National finalist
On the national stage, representing Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire.
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national final Months of preparation came down to one weekend in Birmingham: interviews, a charity showcase and the evening final itself.
Emma used every moment on stage to talk about neurodiversity and mental health, and to show that the platform can carry a serious message with warmth.
- Represented Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire
- Raised funds for Rethink Mental Illness
- Spoke on stage about autism acceptance
What the final taught me →backed by sponsors 
2026
Rethink Mental Illness
Charity partnership
Raising awareness for people severely affected by mental illness.
on the mic
And the next chapter…
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