What does autism awareness look like in Ecuador?

Our Global Autism Project partner from Ecuador, Mafer Chang, talks about how World Autism Awareness Day events in Ecuador have evolved to include more community participation and how she and her team keep parents engaged in services at Centro Enigma. 

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 Mafer Chang was originally released on May 27, 2020.

Would you like to hear more about Mafer and the work she does in Ecuador? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Parent Engagement in Ecuador, with Mafer Chang

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Discover what’s possible when you acknowledge those who can’t speak for themselves.

How does having a son with profound autism shape family dynamics?

Eileen Lamb, an Autistic Self-Advocate and the mother of three children including a boy with profound autism, is back on the show to share some updates about her family and advocacy work. Eileen is also a writer, photographer, podcast host, and the founder of The Autism Cafe, a blog with articles and resources for other parents of children on the spectrum. 

This episode is part one of our conversation with Eileen. We discuss:

To learn more about Eileen Lamb and her advocacy work, please visit The Autism Cafe.

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How does the experience of Black families with autistic loved ones differ from that of other cultures?

Maria Davis-Pierre shares how to develop culturally-responsive treatment plans, as well as how stress and burnout might impact Black families differently.

Maria is the mother of an autistic young girl, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and the Founder and CEO of Autism in Black Inc., a Florida-based organization dedicated to raising autism awareness and reducing the stigma within the Black community.

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 Maria Davis-Pierre was originally released on September 4, 2021.

Would you like to hear about how religion, misunderstanding autism, and distrust of the health care system contribute to misdiagnosis in Black American children? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Autism in the Black American Community, with Maria Davis-Pierre | TBT

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Discover what’s possible when you transform others with kindness. 

Have you ever been mistreated at work for being autistic? Or do you have autistic coworkers whom you’d like to help feel included?

If either applies to you or anyone you know, you’ll want to listen to this conversation with Jim Hogan, an autistic computer scientist who has helped Google be more neuroinclusive.

Among other things, we discuss:

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This conversation with Jim Hogan was originally released on August 4, 2022.

Jim is both the Principal Innovation Strategist at Google Cloud and the VP of Accessibility in Technology for Google’s Disability Alliance. 

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What are the benefits of music therapy for autistic people?

Listen to Registered Music Therapist Pamela Fisher demonstrate different goals she may work on in a session. 

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 Pamela Fisher was originally released on August 13, 2020.

Would you like to hear Pamela Fisher talk about a musical kit she’s created to target the different sensory needs a child may have? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Music Therapy and Autism in Australia, with Pamela Fisher | TBT

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Discover what’s possible when you mix your own batter. 

Do you know any recently-diagnosed autistic women trying to figure out what support they need?

This episode is part two of my conversation with Olivia Hops, a late-diagnosed Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from California. She talks about how she’s learned to manage anxiety and meltdowns since receiving her autism diagnosis.

Among other things, we discuss:

To learn more about Olivia Hops and her work, please visit https://oliviahops.org/.

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This episode is part one of our conversation with Olivia Hops, which was originally released on March 3, 2022. 

Olivia is the owner of Unbaked Bar, an online edible cookie dough shop, and her mission is to help autistic adults become successful business owners. She also uses her YouTube channel to spread awareness of how autism presents differently for females. 

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How can professionals in the school setting work together to improve student outcomes?

Sasha Long has a unique perspective, given her experience on both sides of collaborative efforts. Listen to her ideas on how to improve collaboration between teachers and specialists.

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 Sasha Long was originally released on October 8, 2020.

Would you like to hear Sasha Long talk about common challenges teachers face and ways to empower paraprofessionals in the classroom? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Classroom Tips and Strategies from The Autism Helper, with Sasha Long | TBT

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Discover what’s possible when you mix your own batter. 

Why are so many autistic females late-diagnosed?

If you’ve ever asked this question yourself, listen to Olivia Hops, a late-diagnosed Autistic Self-Advocate and YouTuber from California, explain some of the possible reasons.

Among other things, we discuss:

To learn more about Olivia Hops and her work, please visit https://oliviahops.org/.

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This episode is part one of our conversation with Olivia Hops, which was originally released on March 3, 2022. 

Olivia is the owner of Unbaked Bar, an online edible cookie dough shop, and her mission is to help autistic adults become successful business owners. She also uses her YouTube channel to spread awareness of how autism presents differently for females. 

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Do social interactions sometimes feel like they come with an unwritten rulebook you never received?

Listen to these tips from Eren Niederhoffer, an Autistic Self-Advocate, community networker, and public speaker. 

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 Eren Niederhoffer was originally released on June 27, 2024.

Would you like to hear Eren talk about how to establish safe social environments? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community. 

Networking and Friendship Circles | Part 2 with Eren Niederhoffer

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Discover what’s possible when you dare to be self-aware.

Do you find it difficult to develop authentic relationships?

This episode is part two of my conversation with Paul Micallef. He talks about the importance of listening and self-awareness when managing relationships.

Among other things, we discuss:

To learn more about Paul Micallef and his work, please visit autismfromtheinside.com.au.

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This conversation with Paul Micallef was originally released on September 15, 2022. 

A former aerospace engineer with a passion for teaching, Paul Micallef publishes videos about autism on his YouTube channel Autism From The Inside. He also offers an autism-friendly online course on emotional intelligence, as well as relationship coaching for autistic people and their loved ones. 

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