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SUMMARY:Social Experience: Autistic Late-diagnosed Women and Gender Diverse People
DESCRIPTION:Late-diagnosed Autistic people have unique experiences\, struggles\, and strengths. This session will focus on Autistic late-diagnosed women and gender diverse people\, sharing learnings from 33 studies that summarize the social experiences of these individuals. \n\n\n\nTopics that will be discussed include: \n\n\n\n\nsocial experiences related to social interactions over the lifespan\n\n\n\ncoping with being undiagnosed \n\n\n\nidentifying they were Autistic\, getting assessed and diagnosed\, and \n\n\n\nsupportive factors for social life. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees will be given a chance to share their own experiences with late-diagnosis and discuss how study findings do or do not resonate with their own personal journeys. Individuals with lived experience attending this session may find that they feel a sense of understanding\, validation\, and connection. \n\n\n\nThis learning session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 2412:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nWhen you click on the button that says “Register\,” you will be redirected to Autism Edmonton’s Eventbrite page\, where you can reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nDr. Angela Feehan is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. She works closely with Autistic and other neurodivergent people to conduct research that increases understanding of how neurodivergent individuals can thrive in their day-to-day lives. Her current research focuses on facets of late-diagnosis\, social experiences\, and thriving in Autistic women and gender diverse people. Dr. Feehan also brings lived experience to her work in neurodivergence. \n\n\n\nDr. Feehan has over a decade of experience providing clinical services to children and youth through mental health programs. This includes working with Autism diagnostic teams\, collaborating with multidisciplinary team members\, and providing speech\, language\, and communication assessment and treatment.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/social-experience-autistic-late-diagnosed-women-and-gender-diverse-people/
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SUMMARY:Autism 101: Through a Women's+ Lens and Lived Experience
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to strengthen your understanding of autism and neurodiversity in a supportive and welcoming learning environment? \n\n\n\nJoin Autism Edmonton for Autism 101: Through a Womens+ Lens\, an introductory session exploring what autism is and how Autistic individuals may experience\, communicate with\, and interact with the world around them. \n\n\n\nAutism 101 provides a foundational introduction to autism and neurodiversity while offering practical strategies and insights to help create more supportive and inclusive spaces for Autistic individuals across all stages of life. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain a basic understanding of:• What autism is and the common characteristics of autism• How Autistic individuals may experience and process sensory information• Why communication and interaction may differ• How visual supports can help with understanding and communication• Practical ways to support Autistic individuals in everyday settings \n\n\n\nThis session is ideal for parents\, educators\, employers\, service providers\, community members\, and anyone seeking to better understand autism and learn practical ways to create inclusive\, accommodating environments. \n\n\n\nThe information and examples shared throughout this session will be presented through a Women’s+ lens and a lived-experience perspective. This learning opportunity is especially valuable for recently diagnosed female-identifying Autistics\, those exploring whether they may be Autistic\, or people who feel most comfortable in female-focused spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 2111:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nWhen you click on the button that says “Register\,” you will be redirected to Autism Edmonton’s Eventbrite page where you can reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nP.S. If this session looks interesting to you\, consider registering for Autism 201: Through a Women’s+ Lens and Lived Experience\, which will build on the introductory knowledge provided here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Autism Edmonton: \n\n\n\nAutism Edmonton is the oldest autism organization in Alberta\, serving Edmonton and surrounding communities since 1971. Autism Edmonton provides life-enhancing programs and services that ignite the power and potential of Autistic individuals throughout all stages of life and diagnosis. \n\n\n\nPrograms and supports include adult discussion groups\, LGBTQ+ focused supports\, parent and partner groups\, respite services\, recreational opportunities\, learning sessions\, and community education initiatives that promote acceptance\, understanding\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\nVision: All Autistic people have a life full of possibilities. \n\n\n\nMission: To enhance the lives of Autistic people through knowledge\, services\, and inclusive opportunities. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can continue building communities where Autistic individuals feel understood\, supported\, and empowered.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autism-101-through-a-womens-lens-and-lived-experience/
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Autism 201: Through a Women's+ Lens and Lived Experience
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to strengthen your understanding of autism and neurodiversity in a supportive and welcoming learning environment? \n\n\n\nJoin Autism Edmonton for Autism 201: Through a Womens+ Lens\, a session designed to build on foundational autism knowledge while exploring lived experience\, practical supports\, and strategies for creating more inclusive environments. \n\n\n\nThis engaging session will explore the following:• Expanding your understanding of autism and neurodiversity• Common Autistic characteristics and supportive approaches• Sensory differences and responding to sensory needs• Environmental accommodations that support Autistic individuals• Common co-occurring conditions experienced by Autistic people• Understanding behaviour as communication• Recognizing triggers\, understanding Autistic meltdowns\, and learning de-escalation strategies \n\n\n\nThis session is ideal for parents\, educators\, employers\, service providers\, community members\, and anyone seeking to better understand autism and learn practical ways to create inclusive\, accommodating environments. \n\n\n\nThe information and examples shared throughout this session will be presented through a Women’s+ lens and a lived-experience perspective. This learning opportunity is especially valuable for recently diagnosed female-identifying Autistics\, those exploring whether they may be Autistic\, or people who feel most comfortable in female-focused spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, August 2511:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nWhen you click on the button that says “Register\,” you will be redirected to Autism Edmonton’s Eventbrite page where you can reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Autism Edmonton: \n\n\n\nAutism Edmonton is the oldest autism organization in Alberta\, serving Edmonton and surrounding communities since 1971. Autism Edmonton provides life-enhancing programs and services that ignite the power and potential of Autistic individuals throughout all stages of life and diagnosis. \n\n\n\nPrograms and supports include adult discussion groups\, LGBTQ+ focused supports\, parent and partner groups\, respite services\, recreational opportunities\, learning sessions\, and community education initiatives that promote acceptance\, understanding\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\nVision: All Autistic people have a life full of possibilities. \n\n\n\nMission: To enhance the lives of Autistic people through knowledge\, services\, and inclusive opportunities. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can continue building communities where Autistic individuals feel understood\, supported\, and empowered.
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