Robyn Steward, a talented artist, musician and National Autistic Society (NAS) Ambassador, is the first woman with autism to perform at the Southbank Centre’s WOW – Women of the World Festival.

Robyn, who lives in Tooting, will be performing several of her songs and talking about her creative life, on 7^th March, 3.30pm – 4.30pm, in the Weston Roof Pavilion, at Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall.

Robyn, said: “I’m really excited to be speaking and playing at WOW this year. It’s a chance for me to reach a whole new audience with my work. I’m hoping that talking about my life and the barriers I’ve faced and overcome will help inspire others.” 

Robyn, who is a broadcaster and author of the influential ‘survival’ guide, The Independent Woman's Handbook for Super Safe Living on the Autistic Spectrum, has also been shortlisted for the NAS’ Outstanding Achievement by an Individual on the Autism Spectrum award, in this year’s Autism Professionals Awards. The winners will be announced at NAS’ Professional Conference, at the Harrogate International Centre, on 3^rd March.

Southbank Centre's WOW – Women of the World Festival supported by Bloomberg (1 – 8 March) celebrates the achievements of women and girls from all walks of life and all parts of the globe, and the pivotal role they play in making the world a better place.

Tickets can be purchased at http://wow.southbankcentre.co.uk/

For more information or to arrange an interview with Robyn, please contact Louisa Mullan at Louisa.mullan@nas.org.uk or on 0207 903 3588.