Exploring Your Autistic Identity Spring 2024 Session

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Exploring Your Autistic Identity Spring 2024 Session

This course series is designed for adults who have recently been diagnosed with Autism or are beginning their journey with Autism.

By Autism Society SE WI

Date and time

April 4 · 4pm - June 13 · 5:30pm PDT

Location

Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

April 4 - Module 1: Autism 101

Autism 101 is an introduction to the Autistic community, including shared language, labels, history, and core resources for anyone wanting to learn more about the Autistic experience. Group members w...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

April 18 - Module 2: Autism and Identity

Autism and Identity explores how the Autism spectrum intersects with other forms of human diversity, such as age, race, gender, sex, disability, culture, and familial status. The concepts of “unmaski...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

May 2 - Module 3: Autism and Health

Autism and Health offers insight into some of the most commonly experienced physical and mental health challenges that co-occur in Autistic adults. Discussion will be centered around sharing personal...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

May 16 - Module 4: Self-Advocacy 101

Self-Advocacy 101 introduces the basics of self-disclosure and advocating for one’s own needs, as well as for the well-being of the Autistic community. This module will introduce the work of other Au...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

May 30 - Module 5: Relationships

Relationships may look different for Autistic people. This workshop explores the variety of ways human beings communicate, show affection, and care for each other. Discussion will include sharing exp...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

June 13 - Module 6: Autistic Culture

Autistic Culture presents a recap of highlights from Modules 1-5 to show the depth and vibrancy of the Autistic community and Autistic ways of being. Participants will explore what they’ve learned to...

About this event

Spring 2024 Virtual Session Series

Running every other Thursday, from April 4th through June 13th.

Time: 6 -7:30 p.m. Central Time

Format: Zoom

Dates and Topics:

  • Session One- April 4: Autism 101
  • Session Two- April 18: Autism and Identity
  • Session Three- May 2: Autism and Health
  • Session Four- May 16: Self-Advocacy 101
  • Session Five- May 30: Relationships
  • Session Six- June 13: Autistic Culture

Join us for a six-session program of themed educational and discussion-based workshops for adults who wish to explore their Autistic identity in community. This is a neurodiversity-affirming offering developed by and for Autistic adults, focused on providing information, resources, and opportunities for connection around shared experiences.

All adults on the Autism spectrum are welcome, whether newly diagnosed or simply seeking more information and resources for their self-acceptance journey. After completing the program, participants are invited to stay connected through our ongoing Southeastern Wisconsin Autistic Navigators (SWAN) social support group.

Space is limited to 18 participants.

This program may be covered by your IRIS or FAMILYCARE Account. Use codes: IRIS or FAMILYCARE in the Promo Code section to register and have Autism Society SEWI bill your provider.

Still have questions or are not sure if this course is right for you? Need assistance with the registration process? Contact Becky at 414-988-1276 or Becky@assew.org

Frequently asked questions

Is this therapy?

These workshops are informational only, and any resources shared should not be considered medical or mental health advice. This is not intended as a therapy group, and the facilitator is not a licensed medical or mental health professional, though participants may experience benefits.

How many people are in the Group?

Because this is an exploration of your individual identity, we wanted to benefit by connecting in small groups so we have limited the space to 18.

Organized by

Autism Society SE WI
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