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This guest post is by Addyson Soderquist, a young woman who is diagnosed with autism and attends Texas A&M University and is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications and Media Studies with a minor in Graphic Design and a Social Media certification. Addyson is applying for the Spring 2024 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship
The Spectrum, College Edition: What One Semester of Growth Looks Like Read More »
This guest post is by Andres Castillo, a young man who is diagnosed with autism and plans to attend The University of Central Florida. Andres is applying for the Spring 2024 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship via the nonprofit KFM Making a Difference started by me, Kerry Magro. I was nonverbal till 2.5 and diagnosed
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This guest post is by Isaac Starr, a young man who was diagnosed with autism around 10 years old and plans on attending Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College. Isaac is applying for the Spring 2024 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship via the nonprofit KFM Making a Difference started by me, Kerry Magro. I was nonverbal till
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This guest post is by Isaac Daily, a young man who is diagnosed with autism and ADHD and plays rugby at Ohio State University. Isaac is applying for the Spring 2023 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship via the nonprofit KFM Making a Difference started by me, Kerry Magro. I was nonverbal till 2.5 and diagnosed
Growing up with autism, eye contact was sometimes a challenge for me. The introduction of one-day work trials in our workplaces would have been a game-changer. Therefore, I’m asking employers who may be reading this today to consider a more inclusive approach: the one-day work trial. This method helps level the playing field while also
The Advantages of One-Day Work Trials Over Interviews for Autistic Employees Read More »
“I wanted to help individuals who felt alone.” When I first learned about my autism diagnosis at 11 1/2, I often wished for a role model on the autism spectrum, someone who had navigated a similar path and could offer guidance and understanding. At that time, my awareness of the broader autism community was limited.
Why I Mentor Individuals with Autism & Special Needs Read More »
Don’t judge. It’s everyone’s holiday season. With the holiday season upon us, I’ve been reflecting on my autism journey as a younger child. It looked much different than it does now as an adult. Whether it was during Christmas with the family or a holiday gathering, I’d often be alone in the corner, trying to
Embracing the Holidays: Navigating Gatherings with Autism Read More »
For years, I’ve been on a mission to change perceptions about autism as an advocate and professional speaker. From my own experiences during my autism journey, I’ve realized that autistic individuals aren’t just capable of working in traditional jobs but can soar to leadership roles, turning the conventional thinking about our community upside down. During
Talented Autistic People Don’t Only Make Good Employees… They Make Great Leaders! Read More »
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! With that, I wanted to discuss why bringing in a speaker can help from an ROI perspective. 1. Enhanced Employee Morale & Productivity: Addressing and acknowledging neurodiversity can boost morale among employees, leading to higher productivity. When employees feel valued and included, they’re likely to perform better and
Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and strengths of people with disabilities? It’s also a month to remind people of the spectrum; to educate them that some with disabilities face lifelong difficulties and need support. This was started in 1990 adjacent to the Americans with Disabilities
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