In this episode of the Autism in Black Podcast, Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Berry, a board certified physician, and host of the Lunch and Learn Podcast. Dr. Berry is a father of two beautiful autistic children, one with ADHD, and is an advocate for the Black community in health care. Dr. Berry and Maria Davis-Pierre discuss the recent 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference, including the speakers, sessions, and overall guest experience. Dr. Berry also emphasizes the importance of attending events like the Autism in Black Conference to gain knowledge, build community, and receive support. The conference was designed to provide education and empowerment to parents and caregivers of Black autistic children, as well as autistic individuals themselves. Listeners will learn about the new AIB membership and the 2024 Autism In Black Conference. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of breaking down stigmas surrounding autism in the Black community and the need for increased representation and visibility of Black autistic individuals in the media.

To learn more about Dr. Berry and his work, visit his website, www.drberrypierre.com

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• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drberrypierretv

• Instagram: @drberrypierre

• Twitter: @drberrypierre

• Dr. Pierre’s Health Check: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbCy1lT0fuCyKL1G3QRu64Q 

• Clubhouse: @drberrypierre

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Autism in Black is also selling tickets for the 2024 conference at an early bird rate, with the theme "Bridging the Gap." The conference will take place virtually from April 19-21, 2024, providing attendees the opportunity to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and empower yourself. Purchase your ticket today at https://www.autisminblack.org/conference2024 

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Note: Replays of the 3rd Annual Autism in Black Conference can be accessed by visiting the Autism in Black website. www.autisminblack.org/conference2023replay 

 

And don't forget to use the official hashtag for the podcast, #aibpod, when sharing your thoughts and feedback on social media. Thank you for tuning in to the Autism in Black Podcast!