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24.01.2022 Love this quote by Reframing Autism, shared from The I CAN Network

23.01.2022 A fantastic explanation of inclusion by I am Cadence - Growing Up Unique

21.01.2022 #TransAwarenessWeek Shared from The Body Is Not an Apology

19.01.2022 Hoping all our Victorian followers are taking care during this five day lockdown period. I have been enjoying getting back into my artwork, including progressing with my watercolour artwork. [Image description: Watercolour artwork work in progress of two fox face rabbitfish facing each other with purple coral in the midground, and deep blue sea in the background] #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Disability #WIP #Artwork #Commission #Landscape #Watercolour #AutismActually

18.01.2022 Great explanation of looking beyond strengths- and deficits-based models from Autism Level UP

17.01.2022 Love these from Amythest Schaber

15.01.2022 Our latest meme distinguishes between integration and inclusion, and what is required for true inclusion to be possible. [Text: There is a big difference between one being present in a space and being included. Inclusion involves acceptance, understanding, and accommodation of differences. Shadia Hancock. Copyright Autism Actually, 2020] [Image: Autism Actually logo. Watercolour painting of a girl with long hair looking forward]... #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Acceptance #Understanding #AutisticPride #AutisticIdentity

15.01.2022 A wonderful article by Autistic speech pathologists Hillary Crow, Rachel Dorsey: Autistic SLP, and Caroline Gaddy discussing the importance of #ActuallyAutistic voices in healthcare and strengths-based approaches in therapy. Thank you for advocating for the inclusion of Autistic voices in healthcare disciplines and showing that Autistic allied health professionals have valuable perspectives. You can read the article here: https://leader.pubs.asha.org///leader.FMP.25102...020.8/full/ #Autism #Neurodiversity #Disability #Healthcare #AlliedHealth #Inclusion #Advocacy #StrengthsBased #Masking

14.01.2022 Following Trans Awareness Week marks Trans Day of Remembrance. We stand in solidarity and reflection with the trans+ community and remember the lives lost due to transphobic violence. It also highlights why Trans Awareness Week, acceptance, pride, and understanding of diversity is important in ending transphobia.... We encourage you to reflect on how to be an ally to the trans community. You can find out more about #TransDayofRemembrance at tdor.org.au Font: https://opendyslexic.org/ [Image: Person with long blonde hair wearing a green tshirt holding the trans flag behind them] #Trans #GenderDiversity #LGBTQIA #Rainbow #Pride #Awareness #Acceptance #EndTransphobia #TransAwareness #TDOR

14.01.2022 Jenn has ADHD Read my mind.

12.01.2022 We are so pleased to share our latest blog post on helping autistic individuals transition to tertiary education. In this piece, Shadia discusses some strategies to help Autistic individuals navigate pathways beyond secondary school, and supports that may ease the transitioning process. Many thanks to Professor Sandra Jones (Autistic Professor), Tim Chan, and Dr Wenn Lawson for their wonderful contributions to this article. ... Link: https://www.autismactually.com.au//10-tips-on-helping-auti #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Transitioning #Disability #Supports #Inclusion #Strategies #AutismActually

12.01.2022 Listening to Josh Groban's 'Brave' reminded me of how personal one's idea of bravery is. What is your reason to be brave? [Text: Reminder. Bravery comes in many different forms. Sometimes it can be as simple as pausing to evaluate and communicate your own needs. Define your own brave. Copyright Autism Actually, 2020] [Image: Baby elephant stepping into a stream with an adult elephant pushing them from behind] ... #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Disability #MentalHealth #Bravery #SelfCare #AutisticIdentity #AutisticPride #AutismActually

11.01.2022 Our latest meme, inspired by insights from Kristy Forbes - Autism & Neurodiversity Support Specialist, reflects on Shadia’s experience being on anti-anxiety medication, and how it has helped them develop strategies in managing their anxiety levels. [Text: Being on anti anxiety medication has not changed my personality or Autistic expression. The anxiety is still there; however, it is much more manageable. Instead of going into fight/flight immediately, I am able to observe... my anxiety as it slowly increases without spiraling out of control. Shadia Hancock. Copyright Autism Actually] [Image description: An assortment of different coloured pills against a pale yellow background] #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Disability #Medication #Pride #Anxiety #AnxietyDisorder

11.01.2022 Fantastic work by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective and Autism Level UP

11.01.2022 Wow. A must read. Incredible non-speaking Autistic advocate and Reframing Autism board member Tim Chan shares his valuable insights on his experiences learning about language. We love hearing from non-speaking Autistic and Neurodivergent advocates about the experience of non-traditional communication, using AAC, and the importance of acceptance and understanding about Neurodivergent people and different ways of developing and processing the world. Thank you, Tim Chan. ... If you want to learn more about Tim Chan's work, please check out his website at: https://www.timhchan.com/

09.01.2022 Fantastic work by Autism Level UP. We enjoyed reading the perspectives of the autistic advocates consulted!

09.01.2022 Happy Bisexual Visibility Day to all our Bi+ community members!!! Shared from Minus18

09.01.2022 #AskingAutistics: Do you ever feel like you just cannot Neurotypical, interact with Neurotypicals, or even people some days??? (No offence to our Neurotypical allies, friends, and community members. We think you’re awesome ) [Text: Sometimes I just wake up and go I cannot neurotypical today. Shadia Hancock. Copyright Autism Actually, 2020]... [Image: Black cat with amber eyes on its back staring at the camera. Autism Actually logo] #Autism #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodiversity #Disability #Burnout #Socialising

08.01.2022 Even as an adult, regulating myself during conversation can be challenging. What has helped is learning to communicate my needs to others, asking for clarification when necessary, writing down my thoughts via sticky notes and text, and, most importantly, acceptance from others about my unique communication style. #AskingAutistics: Do you relate? [Text: As a child I would constantly interrupt people during conversation when anxious or excited. I was not intentionally ...being ‘rude’ or ‘disruptive’; I was afraid that I would forget what I wanted to say if I waited my turn. Shadia Hancock. Copyright Autism Actually, 2020] #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticPride #AutisticIdentity #Inclusion #Acceptance #Understanding #Communication #Disability #AutismActually

08.01.2022 Love this from Autism Level UP

08.01.2022 Love this explanation of extrinsic vs intrinsic motivation from Therapist Neurodiversity Collective

08.01.2022 Incredible offer from Kristy Forbes - Autism & Neurodiversity Support Specialist

06.01.2022 WOW! This video about dragon curve fractals is so stimtastic and interesting!!!! Who else finds fractals fascinating? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBuPWdSbyf8

06.01.2022 We were so thrilled to have our meme about medication translated to Spanish by Neurodiverletras Âû!! Thank you so much.

06.01.2022 Love this meme from Autistic Professor about supporting Autistic students.

05.01.2022 Amazing insights from Kristy Forbes - Autism & Neurodiversity Support Specialist about medication.

04.01.2022 SO RELATABLE! From Jenn has ADHD

04.01.2022 Our latest meme challenges a common stereotype that most Autistic people are only interested in specific areas such as mathematics or information technology. We are artists, doctors, teachers, psychologists, musicians, researchers, and much much more. It is important career opportunities in multiple disciplines are made available in Autism- and Neurodiversity-specific programs. #AskingAutistics: What's your career or area of interest? Please feel free to share below! ... [Text: Autism Actually. Contrary to popular belief, not all Autistic people are drawn to interests and careers in information technology and mathematics. Our interests and career pathways are as diverse as our experiences as Autistic, human, beings. Shadia Hancock. Copyright Autism Actually, 2020] [Image: Closeup of a person's hands playing an electronic keyboard. Autism Actually logo with eye in the middle surrounded by two blue and green hands] #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Disability #Careers #Interests #Passions #Diversity

03.01.2022 Insightful explanation of the PDA experience from #ActuallyAutistic Kristy Forbes - Autism & Neurodiversity Support Specialist!!

03.01.2022 In today's live video, Shadia will discuss some reflections about 2020 and progress with Freya the assistance dog trainee, the book 'Just Right for You' by Melanie Heyworth of Reframing Autism, and some recent favourites from Kaiko Fidgets. We welcome questions.

03.01.2022 We are going live tomorrow, the 26th of November, at 12:00PM AEST on Facebook to discuss Autism, assistance dogs, the book Just Right For You by Melanie Heyworth of Reframing Autism, and favourites from Kaiko Fidgets. Tune in at: https://www.facebook.com/autismactuallyau... If you have specific questions or topics you want covered, you can email us at [email protected] or PM us via social media. We look forward to hopefully seeing you then! #Autism #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic #Disability #AssistanceDogs #MindDog #MentalHealth #AutisticIdentity #AutisticPride #AutismActually #ReframingAutism #KaikoFidgets

02.01.2022 Self care is so important. Shared from Jenn has ADHD

01.01.2022 Some great opportunities from Key Word Sign Victoria to learn about Key Word Sign communication!