My Friend Autism
Why Autism Awareness is Unhelpful
Apr 5, 2024
Orion Kelly, Autistic advocate, discusses the flaws of Autism awareness campaigns, challenges of expectations in the Autistic community, and critiques societal acceptance and government policies towards Autistic individuals.
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Quick takeaways
- Transitioning from surviving to thriving for autistic individuals requires societal support and realistic progress steps.
- Autism awareness campaigns should focus on genuine understanding and acceptance rather than shallow awareness.
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In Focus: World Autism Awareness Day and Month
World Autism Awareness Day, established by the UN, focuses on themes to support autistic people. This year's theme aims to transition autistic individuals from surviving to thriving, highlighting the need for significant improvement in their quality of life. The UN's emphasis on moving beyond survival mode sheds light on the challenges faced by autistic individuals worldwide. While the theme sets ambitious goals, transitioning from survival to thriving involves complex steps and societal changes.
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