Join us in this eye-opening episode of 'Breaking the Browndary' as we explore the unmasking journey of being autistic within the South Asian community.

Meet Niraj, a financial consultant working in London, who has autism, is an open neurodiversity advocate, and established public speaker, having spoken at several universities and Autism Conferences. His written work sheds light on the diverse facets of life with autism through his own newsletter ⁠'Niraj's thoughts'⁠

Discover his personal story, advocacy insights, and the unique intersectionality of culture and neurodiversity. Tune in to 'We All Mask: A South Asian Perspective

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Topics covered:

🔹 Intersectionality of being autistic and South Asian
🔹 Being more than autistic
🔹 How neurodiversity shapes your worldview
🔹 Not fitting into societal expectations
🔹 Autistic burnout during COVID
🔹 Sharing experiences via a blog: autism and friendship
🔹 Autism masking: what is it?
🔹 Two-way learning between neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals
🔹 Masking: rebellion or freedom?
🔹 Benefits and reality of unmasking
🔹 Advice for your unmasking journey
🔹 Authentic relationships with autism
🔹 Neurodivergent/neurotypical friendships
🔹 Neurodivergent vs. neurotypical perspectives
🔹 Traveling with autism
🔹 Breaking out of the bubble
🔹 How to support and understand people with autism
🔹 Networking

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