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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.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autism-201-through-a-womens-lens-and-lived-experience/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Workshops
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