Seeing to Believe: The Power of Representation in Fashion and Self-Esteem
byBy Raquel Abiahy Representation is not just an abstract concept; it is a powerful force that shapes how we perceive ourselves and others. For…
Females and Autism
You Are Fine as You Are
byBy Rosa Mackay There once was a quiet young lady called Christa. She lived in a house with her mom, dad and sister. She…
But She’s So Pretty
byBy Vicki Koslin Howell “But she talks so much.” If I had to hear that sentence again from professionals assessing my daughter for autism,…
Redefining Fashion: My Journey as an Autistic Model and Activist
byBy Raquel Abiahy Fashion is often seen as a dazzling world of creativity, individuality, and self-expression. But for someone like me, an autistic model…
Three Haikus on the Autistic Experience
byBy Martine Mussies 音の洪水 心は溺れる 静寂求む A flood of loud sounds My heart is drowning deeply I long for silence ** 一つの道 深く掘り進む 宝を得る…
Coming ‘Aut’ as Face Blind
byBy Martine Mussies It was a bright, sunny day, just after yet another lockdown had lifted during the COVID era. I was cycling along…
Once More, Like Rain Man An Interview with Actress Bella Zoe Martinez & Film Director Sue Ann Pien
byBy Ron Sandison Rain Man was the first glimpses most people had of autism and Sue Ann and I hope to take the next…
Disability Invisibility
byby Amy Potter I’m tired of being invisible. I’m not talking about my invisible disability – I am happy with that and don’t want…