What Does Autism Look Like?
Tessa Watkins, autistic self-advocate, talks about the physical features caused by autism, addressing the stereotypes that people think of, in this 4-minute video.
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Brief History of Autism
Not much is known about Autism Spectrum Disorder since the studies of autism are just over 100 years old. Learn about the history of ASD from an autistic self-advocate in this 7-minute video.
Mt. Lebanon playgrounds get Point-N-Play banners to foster inclusivity
Playground banners located at the Mt. Lebanon Park, WIlliamsburg Park, and Meadowcroft provide an alternative communication method for kids.
Connect with your Autistic Partner using the Bond Touch
A product review about the Bond Touch bracelets from an autistic adult married to an allistic one. Learn how we used these devices to amplify autistic communication in our home!
Unmasking Autism
What better way to learn about autism than from an autistic person? Learn why autistics are unmasking for their mental health.
Ring Theory for Neurodiverse Families
Learn about the Ring Theory created by Susan Silk and how it can mitigate harm caused by miscommunication in neurodiverse families.
When the Autistic Mask Fails [Survey Results]
What are the long-term effects of autistic masking and what happens when it fails? Let’s talk about the survey results regarding when people are diagnosed.
Autistic Communication, A Presentation by an Autistic Elementary Teacher
Did you know the Autistic community has their own set of social cues? By learning and accepting how Autistic people communicate, you can help everyone feel free to be themselves. Print this out for your classrooms!
Accessibility for Autism
Learn and practice autism acceptance by providing accessibility in both public and private places for autistic people. How can you do better?
Autism Communication Accommodation
Autistic needs are not special needs, they’re perfectly normal human needs. So why does it feel like “work” to accommodate them?
Autistic Communication and Masking
Hear from Maisie Soetantyo, Tifanny Joseph, and Tee Unnmasked in Day One’s final session about autistic communication and masking.
Are Non-Speaking and Not-Thinking Synonyms?
Hear from Kiera Dwyer/Gregory Tino and Brian Foti as they kick off day 2 talking about non-speaking autistic people.