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Non-speaking Self Advocate on Communication
A couple of weeks ago someone read my article “Being Happy” and wrote a comment on Facebook. This person seemed to believe that I must want to speak, that I would be much happier if…
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The Importance of School Choice
I always feel the need to add a disclaimer when writing about why I chose to homeschool and why I think it is better for my family. I do believe that public school is better…
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On Autism and the Colorado Shooting
Dear Mr. Scarborough and MSNBC: Nearly one week has passed since you, Mr. Scarborough, made the false and unsupportable claim that most people who commit the kind of violence seen in Aurora, Colorado are on…
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Autism Women’s Network Statement on Gender
AWN both recognizes and affirms each individual’s gender identity. We will not tolerate abusive behavior based on perceived or actual gender identity and presentation. We recognize that gender is not a binary, and that one…
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Being Happy
I am usually a very happy person. I am not happy all the time and my face does not always show the depth of my emotions. Sometimes my body reaction to situations is very similar,…
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Autism is a Disability
Why am I writing a letter to Disney? Click >>> here <<< for the story. When I receive a response from Disney, you’ll be the first to hear about it. **** Subject: Disability Grievance My child is…
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Busting Myths About Autistic Girls and Women, One Unicorn at a Time
We Unicorns seldom have a chance to gather in the magical wild lands of Manhattan, but thanks to a press pass arranged by Sharon daVanport, president of Autism Women’s Network, I got to meet another of…
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From Ableist to Self Advocate
I was once an ableist. And I was my own target. I had never before thought about my life and where I am now in these terms: from ableist to self-advocate. It might seem strange to…
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Being Different
I’ve heard that what makes me different Also makes me wrong or bad That just because I’m different Means that I should be sad. But I am here to tell you That different’s not all…
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Calling Ohio Autistic Activists and Autism Advocates
Calling Ohio autistic activists and autism advocates: If you support the fact that autistic individuals should have a voice in policies that directly affect us despite exclusionary language, whether you’re part of the community or…
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Webinar Survey: Autistic Parents Parenting Autistic Daughters & NT Parents/Caregivers Parenting Daughters with Autism
We are putting together three interest surveys: one each for (1) autistic parents who are parenting autistic daughters, neurotypical parents and caregivers parenting daughters with autism (2) autistic women (3) and the professionals that work…
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Autistic, Parenting, Homeschooling and Acceptance
Mara Fritts is the mother of four, she is diagnosed AS, and she sits on the AWN Board of Directors. I started Homeschooling when our oldest son was 7 years old, after fighting a school system…
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