Shirley is an empowered Autistic leader of public services. She received a UNESCO, International Federation of Inclusive Practitioners Global Inclusion Award 2024 for leadership.  She is a Trustee for Respect for All who provide counselling to people who are either Autistic and/or have a learning disability. The charity won the MACC Spirit of Manchester Campaign Award in 2023 and a UNESCO IFIP Global Inclusion Award 2024 for social impact.  She is also a member of the Advisory Panel for Children’s Viewing at the British Board of Film Classification.  Her expertise as a writer, speaker, executive director, and advisor has enabled her to drive critical discussions on neuroinclusion from an intersectional perspective, helping organisations and individuals alike become more neuroinclusive. Through her work, she continues to make neuroinclusion an intentional act.