TNMOC, an independent charity, has launched a new year-long programme to support 20 autistic candidates to develop employability skills through a series of placements and interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) projects at the museum.

Dame Stephanie has pledged her support to the initiative. Through her charitable Shirley Foundation, she initiated a number of pioneering projects in autism, working tirelessly to improve the lives of the autistic community.