It's World Autism Month! Sandra and Sarah talk about some Autistic rolemodels, and what a good organization that supports the autism community looks like. We tackle the big questions - do we light it up blue? Is it awareness or acceptance? What about the puzzle piece? 

This Autism Month is unusual to say the least... this year there will be no fundraisers, runs, picnics, or other gatherings. So what can we do to support the greater autism community? You can donate, organize virtual fundraisers, organize virtual parties, write blog posts, make videos, start a podcast, research organizations and find one you want to volunteer at when life resumes. Ways to support Autistic individuals are also easy... Don’t try to change someone who has ASD that isn’t harming anyone by their quirks, stims, or other differences, include Autistic folks, and most importantly - listen to Autistic voices, just ask when you want to know something, or ask if there’s ways to help when we’re struggling. We're in this together, and folks with ASD may need extra assistance or support through these chaotic times. 

We've included links below for you to check out. Thanks for being with us, and remember to keep it sassy! 

AWN - https://awnnetwork.org/ 

ASAN - https://autisticadvocacy.org/

Yellow Ladybugs - https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au/

AIM - https://autisticinclusivemeets.org/

MAC - https://myautismconnection.net/

Felicity House - https://felicity-house.org/

The Aspie World - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOKKRcJey93Ms-dL630UNIQ

Neurodivergent Rebel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdaQVw-dxYuZb2GXHL7LSjA

Haley Moss - https://haleymoss.net/

Rachel Barcellona - https://rachelbarcellona.com/

Kayla Cromer - https://www.instagram.com/kaylacromerofficial/?hl=en

History of the puzzle piece and blue - https://intheloopaboutneurodiversity.wordpress.com/2019/03/20/the-ableist-history-of-the-puzzle-piece-symbol-for-autism/

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