Autism-friendly Festivals & Events with Adam O’Brien
Festival season may be coming to an end for this year, but in the latest episode of the podcast we’re thinking about how festivals and events can be made more comfortable for autistic people. We’re joined by event inclusion expert, Adam O’Brien, who shares lived experience and expertise to help organisers create inclusive events.
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Understanding Assistive Technology & AAC with CJay Smith
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat to CJay Smith, Assistive Technology and Communication Specialist with Neurodiversity Ireland. CJay brings their expertise and lived experience to share their knowledge on the benefits of technology and myths around its use. CJay also shares lots of advice for parents and educators who want to learn more about supporting communication. You can find out more about CJay’s work here: https://linktr.ee/CJay_NeurodiversityIreland CJay is speaking at the Your Voice Matters summit on September 27th: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/your-voice-matters-tickets-1445316152519
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Autism Europe Congress with Adam Harris
In the latest Middletown Podcast, Adam Harris joins us to chat about the upcoming Autism Europe Congress. Adam and Cat are both involved in organising the Congress, and they discuss why hosting the Congress in Ireland is important, what they’re most excited about and what they hope the impact of the Congress will be.
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Allie Mason – Fun and Adventure!
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we speak to Allie Mason – author, advocate and adventurer! Allie has written a book, “The Autistic Guide to Adventure”. Her book is designed to support autistic folk of all ages to take part in new activities and find fun and adventure at their own pace. Find out more about Allie’s work here: https://alliewrote.com/
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Nessa Hill - Neurodiversity Ireland
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat with Nessa Hill from Neurodiversity Ireland. We talk about the importance of practical autism-affirming supports and the positive impact that a neurodiversity-informed approach can have for everyone. Nessa chats about how seeing neurodiversity as a social justice movement informs her work. Find out more about Neurodiversity Ireland: https://neurodiversityireland.com/
The Middletown Podcast features interviews with leading thinkers and practitioners across the autistic and autism community. Conversations are autism-affirming and neurodiversity-informed with a focus on the lived experience and knowledge of our community. Episodes highlight issues impacting autistic people and we share ideas for family members and school staff who are providing support.
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