Autism Knows No Borders Global Autism Project

*THROWBACK EPISODE*
This conversation with Eileen Lamb was originally released on April 28, 2020. We're re-releasing it today to highlight some of Eileen’s recent accomplishments.
Eileen is currently the Director of Social Media at Autism Speaks. Her second book, Be The One, was released in March 2021. She also gave birth to her third child in 2022, a little girl named Billie. 
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Discover what’s possible when an Autistic Self-Advocate courageously shares her stories online.
Eileen Lamb is an Autistic Self-Advocate whose two sons are also on the spectrum. Eileen hosts a blog called The Autism Cafe, where she posts articles and resources for parents. She published her first book in August 2019, called All Across the Spectrum. You can also find her photographs on Instagram @theautismcafe. 
In this conversation, we discuss:
Eileen’s son’s diagnosis and his progress from receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services
Her experiences growing up feeling different 
Receiving a diagnosis as an adult
The surprising differences in attitudes towards autism between France and the US
A traumatic incident that involved Child Protective Services and left Eileen feeling betrayed by her son’s ABA team
The controversy of ABA therapy and the myths surrounding it
How hard it’s been for Eileen to receive online attacks from other self-advocates and how she handles those criticisms today
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Discover what’s possible when you attend to gratitude. 
This episode is being released a day early in observance of Thanksgiving in the US. 
Each year our team reflects on what they’re grateful for, both personally and professionally. This year we have many reasons to count our blessings, including one special milestone to celebrate: the Global Autism Project’s 20-year anniversary! 
In this episode our CEO, Molly Ola Pinney, and our Head of University and Training Programs, Ann Beirne, discuss:
The Global Autism Project’s origin 
How we evolved to be what we are today
How autism awareness has increased around the world over the last 20 years
How the field of ABA has embraced the neurodiversity movement
Our motto “Do With Not For” as the foundation to our work
Cultivating ownership vs buy-in with a team
What Molly and Ann are grateful for during this special occasion
You’ll also hear a few special excerpts of our staff members sharing their personal gratitudes. We hope that this episode will inspire you to reflect on what you’re grateful for this holiday season. 
From all of us at the Global Autism Project, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you can spend some time with your loved ones this weekend. 
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Related episodes:
2. Global Autism Project: Our Mission, with Molly Ola Pinney
56. Do With Not For, with Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney
139. Responsive Skills Training: An Autistic-Informed Curriculum, with Molly Ola Pinney and Ann Beirne
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Discover what’s possible when you ask for help. 
This week’s episode is a recording of one of our Global Autism Community exclusive events! The topic of this roundtable was Accommodations and Accessibility at School and Work. 
The participants were Autistic Self-Advocate Andrew Bennett, mothers Karen Shapiro and Neena Wagh, and community members Tj Larum and Brenda Canas, and the discussion was facilitated by community moderator Danielle Terrell. 
We want to acknowledge Danielle for her commitment to our mission at the Global Autism Project. Soon after discovering our podcast, Danielle joined our online Global Autism Community, participated in our Virtual Leadership Academy course, became a member of our Affiliate program, traveled with us on a SkillCorps® trip to India, and most recently stepped into a role as community moderator. Danielle is also now managing our podcast Instagram and guest communications. 
Thank you, Danielle, for all that you do. Your hard work and dedication are helping this podcast and our community grow! 
In today’s conversation, we discuss: 
The importance of knowing your rights when it comes to accommodations
How to determine what reasonable accommodations are
How accommodations can vary across different cultures
Advocacy skills and why they should be taught
Empowering parents and students
The freedom to disclose or not
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*THROWBACK EPISODE*
This conversation with Michael Gilberg was originally released on February 25, 2021. We're re-releasing it today to bring awareness to student rights in the U.S. education system. 
Michael is an active member in our Global Autism Community and has continuously contributed his unique and honest perspective in various roundtable discussions, hosted monthly in our online community.
Are you a self-advocate wanting to share your story and educate others? Or a family member hoping to support and empower your loved one? Or a professional seeking to improve your practice?
Whatever your role related to autism is, our Global Autism Community is a place for you to connect and collaborate with people from all over the world. 
Sign up today at community.globalautismproject.org. Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.
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Discover what’s possible when education is measured beyond grades. 
Michael Gilberg is an autistic special education and disability rights attorney based in New York and Connecticut. Growing up with undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome, he offers his clients a level of insight and empathy that is unique to his personal experience. 
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
Michael’s lack of educational services as a child
What he’s learned about friendship
Misconceptions about autism
Feeling stuck between autistic and neurotypical
The challenge of defining what “normal” means
The right to an appropriate education
For more information about Michael Gilberg and his work, please visit michaelgilbergesq.com.
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Discover what’s possible when the glass child heals. 
Ali Carbone is a Brooklyn-based writer, and the oldest sibling to three autistic brothers. In her most recent book, What Are You Looking At?, she writes about her journey of finding herself and rewiring her own brain.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Ali’s caretaker role from a young age
Her relationship with her parents
How being the non-autistic sibling affected her psyche
The catalyst to understanding her lost identity
Ali’s breakthroughs in therapy
Her brothers’ transition into a group home 
Tips for other siblings
To learn more about Ali Carbone you can read her memoir or follow her on IG @aliicarbone.
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Discover what’s possible when stories shape behavior. 
Sivan Hong is the author and illustrator of the best-selling children’s book series Super Fun Day Books, which celebrates the triumphs of neurodiverse children as they face challenges with determination and courage. Her titles include Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween, George J. and the Miserable Monday, Emily D. and the Fearful First Day, and Avery G. and the Scary End of School. Sivan is also the mother of two neurodiverse children, and she herself has ADHD. 
In this conversation, we discuss:
Sivan’s discovery of her neurodivergence at age 47
How audiobooks opened her up to the world of reading
Neurodivergent traits that help her writing 
The difference between social stories and traditional children’s books
Why social stories are effective in teaching neurodiverse children to navigate challenging situations
The benefits of social stories for every student in the classroom, including neurotypicals
An excerpt from one of Sivan’s books about Halloween
Why she focuses on strengths with her family
Tips for other parents
To learn more about Sivan Hong, please visit her website at sivanhong.com.
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Resources:
A Novel Mind - A database for educators and parents who are looking for the right book for the right child.
Dyslexia Linked to Visual Strengths Useful in Astronomy - The study Sivan mentions during the conversation.
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