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The Four A’s of Autism
ZoomJoin Stephen Shore as he discusses the "Four A's of Autism," or autism, allergies, ADHD, and asthma, and how to deal with these particular issues while managing life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Diagnosed with “Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies” and “too sick” for outpatient treatment, Dr. Shore was nonspeaking until age 4. Over time […]
Nothing About Us Without Us: Self-Advocacy for Autistic People
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesJoin us for an evening with Lydia X.Z. Brown (they/them), where they discuss the importance of autistic leadership in projects that benefit autistic people. What are the challenges, lessons, and triumphs of building organizations run by and for a neurodiverse community? Lydia X.Z. Brown is the founder and volunteer director of the Autistic People of […]
Life Skills in the Work Place and Adult Community: Autism Awareness Month
ZoomJoin us in April for Autism Awareness Month. Dr. Rachel C. Morgan, Founder and President of the Adam Morgan Foundation will inform the public about life skills in the workplace and at home for people with autism. Dr. Morgan is a proud wife and mother of four amazing children! She received her Doctorate degree in […]
Parenting on the Spectrum
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesBooks, movies, television shows, and blogs that discuss how best to raise autistic children often come for the perspective of allistic—or, non-autistic—caregivers. But what about the perspectives of parents and guardians who are themselves autistic? To find out, join us for a live discussion with Dr. Morénike Giwa Onaiwu as we explore the gifts, insights, […]
Author Chat with Jessica Baggett
ZoomJoin Jessica Baggett, CEO Pro'Ta'jay Productions, as discusses her new book, "The Struggle is Real." Jessica Baggett was born in Jersey City, New Jersey in 1986. Even as a child, everyone knew that there was something special about her. She was apart of the media magnet program at Henry Snyder High School. She then graduated […]
Author Chat with Shirley R. Vernick
ZoomShirley R. Vernick is a young adult writer. She will be talking about her book, "Remember Dippy." Johnny's plans fly out the window when he finds out his single mother leaves town for the summer. She has a breakthrough job in upstate New York. He can live with his Aunt Collette but only on the […]