What is Autism? Workshop — AutismBC (Virtual)
Organisé par AutismBC
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- Date et heure
- Événement virtuel
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- Type d'événement
- Atelier
- Communauté des personnes handicapées
- Autisme et neurodiversité
À propos de cet événement
Are you interested in learning how to better support autistic people in your community? Do you want to make your space more inclusive and accessible for all neurotypes?
Our What is Autism? workshop is a great place to start your learning. Developed with insights from autistic self-advocates, family members, and professionals, this 1.5-hour session offers guidance on creating welcoming environments that reflect the needs and voices of the autistic community.
Session Format
Presentation: 55 minutes
Break: 5 stretch minutes
Q&A: 30 minutes
Key Learnings
Participants will:
Dispel common myths and stereotypes about autism
Explore sensory profiles and understand how sensory experiences impact daily life
Discuss self-regulation strategies and ways to support them
Build empathy by understanding how autistic people may experience the world
Gain practical tips for offering meaningful, individualized support
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Recognize and challenge common misconceptions about autism
Identify strategies to create more inclusive and supportive environments
Apply neuroaffirming approaches in the workplace, community, and social settings
Support autistic individuals in ways that respect their lived experiences
Use practical tools to foster empathy, connection, and empowerment
Facilitators
Aly Laube (Facilitator) – autistic team member sharing lived experiences.
Shayna Kershaw (Moderator / Chat Monitor) – autistic team member supporting discussions and Q&A.
FAQs
Q: Who will be leading the workshop?
A: Aly Laube and Shayna Kershaw, two autistic team members, will lead the session and share insights from their lived experiences.
Q: Will the recording be posted on the website to watch/revisit?
A: Unfortunately, the workshop recording won’t be available online. This ensures that slides are viewed with the full context of the discussion. A resource document is provided, and follow-up questions will be addressed.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for anyone wanting to grow their understanding of autism from a neuroaffirming perspective. Everyone is welcome! Colleagues, friends, and family are encouraged to join.
Frequency & Registration
Available every other month
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In the meantime, learn more about autism:
What is Autism? — Autism Q & A, Blog — AutismBC
Space is limited and registration is required. We do not maintain a waitlist.
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