A conversation grounded in lived experience.
Parents and families often want to hear from an autistic adult about communication, school, relationships, and growing up. Dr. Kerry Magro offers a personal perspective that can open thoughtful conversations while recognizing that every autistic person has their own experiences, preferences, and support needs.
Who this program is for
Parent organizations, school-family nights, autism conferences, disability nonprofits, and community groups can invite Kerry for a keynote or moderated conversation. Share the mix of parents, caregivers, siblings, professionals, and autistic participants so the session can reflect the people in the room.
Questions the presentation can explore
- How can adults listen to a child’s preferences when communication looks different?
- What helped Kerry feel included, and what assumptions created barriers?
- How can families make more room for choice and self-advocacy?
- Why does planning for adult life need to consider the person’s own goals?
- How can families keep hope grounded in the individual, without comparing one person’s path with another?
Kerry’s perspective
Kerry’s journey from nonspeaking child to professional speaker informs the stories he shares. Today he is an author, an autism consultant for Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum U.S., and a speaker with an Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership. His books include Autistics on Autism and Supporting Your Autism Journey.
The presentation is an educational, lived-experience conversation. It does not provide individual clinical advice or promise that another person will follow Kerry’s path.
A format that makes room for questions
A keynote can introduce Kerry’s journey and invite reflection on communication and belonging. A moderated Q&A can give families more space to explore the topics that matter to them. Questions may be submitted beforehand or in writing during the event, and no participant needs to share a personal story publicly.
Organizations planning a family event can consider a clear agenda, quiet space, flexible participation, and advance information about the venue. Discuss your audience’s access needs during planning.
Plan a parent or family event
Kerry’s speaking fee is $5,000 all-inclusive. Availability, format, and scope are confirmed during booking. If the honorarium is beyond your organization’s budget, let Kerry know whether he may seek a speaker sponsor.
For a program focused on life after school, explore transition to adulthood. For a school staff audience, see educator professional development. The event-planners page includes a booking checklist and speaking samples.
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