Discover what’s possible when values inform the method.

How can we bridge the gap between autistic communities and traditional therapies?

If you’ve ever wondered, you’ll want to listen to part two of my conversation with Autistic BCBA Mari Cerda, which was originally released on April 22, 2021.

Mari provides professional-development training for teachers and schools on various neurodiversity-affirming topics. She is the co-founder of The LEAP Institute, a US-based non-profit whose mission is to increase equitable access of marginalized groups to ABA (applied behavior analysis).

Among other things, we discuss:

• Mari’s collectivist approach to providing services
• Ethical considerations and addressing the harm historically caused by ABA practices
• The importance of approaching services from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective
• Strategies for inclusive, community-based support
• Ideas to bridge the divide between the Autistic community and ABA

To learn more about Mari Cerda, please visit her Instagram account @the.blingual.behaviorist, where she aims to educate and mediate between the worlds of autism and ABA.

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What’s the difference between explicit and implicit autistic characters?

Here’s Corben Havener discussing explicit and implicit (or “coded”) autistic characters as two different ways of portraying neurodiversity in media.

The following clip is from a roundtable discussion with our Global Autism Community, where Autistic self-advocates shared their opinions on how autism is represented in the media.

Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you!

This conversation with our Global Autism Community was originally released on April 14, 2022.

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Representation in the Media, with the Global Autism Community

Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.

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Discover what’s possible when you foster inclusion.

How can companies create a neurodiverse-friendly working environment? What should autistic employees look for in a job? Whether you’re an employer or a job seeker, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Grant Harris.

Grant Harris is an Autistic Self-Advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. He helps organizations achieve organizational excellence through neurodivergent practices.

This episode is part two of our conversation, and we discuss:

• Common mistakes employers make when trying to be neuroinclusive
• Practical accommodations for neurodivergent employees
• The positive impact of neurodiversity on workplace culture
• Business gains from neurodiverse workforces
• First steps for companies wanting to become neuroinclusive
• Tips for neurodivergent job seekers

To learn more about Grant Harris and his work, please visit: compliancetocommunity.com

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