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Discover what’s possible when people impacted by autism inspire change and build community.
Together with self-advocates, family members, educators, and international autism service providers, Rachel Harmon from the Global Autism Project explores stories of challenges and breakthroughs to extend the reach of human connection and remind people that they are not alone.
Tune in each week for new episodes and meaningful conversations. For more information, please visit www.globalautismproject.org.
Rachel Harmon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst originally from California and currently lives in Barcelona, Spain. Rachel started her involvement with the Global Autism Project as a volunteer on a SkillCorps® trip to Uganda in 2018. Her role as Regional Coordinator has brought her to partner sites in Kenya, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Czech Republic and Netherlands.

Autism Knows No Borders Global Autism Project

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    • 4.8 • 86 Ratings

Discover what’s possible when people impacted by autism inspire change and build community.
Together with self-advocates, family members, educators, and international autism service providers, Rachel Harmon from the Global Autism Project explores stories of challenges and breakthroughs to extend the reach of human connection and remind people that they are not alone.
Tune in each week for new episodes and meaningful conversations. For more information, please visit www.globalautismproject.org.
Rachel Harmon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst originally from California and currently lives in Barcelona, Spain. Rachel started her involvement with the Global Autism Project as a volunteer on a SkillCorps® trip to Uganda in 2018. Her role as Regional Coordinator has brought her to partner sites in Kenya, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Czech Republic and Netherlands.

    Professional Development in the Dominican Republic, with Maricarmen Hazoury | TBT

    Professional Development in the Dominican Republic, with Maricarmen Hazoury | TBT

    Discover what’s possible when quality care is cultivated from within. 
    Have you ever looked for a service provider in a rural area, and had a hard time finding just one professional near you with a certification established by a board? How would you know if those other, non-credentialed service providers have completed proper, systematic training?
    In today’s episode, we address these topics and much, much more.
    This episode with Maricarmen Hazoury, or Kaki for short, was originally released in July 2020. We’re re-releasing it today to emphasize the need for a set of professional standards in order to protect families and individuals receiving autism services. 
    When this conversation was recorded, the Behavior Analysts Certification Board had just announced that they would discontinue international certification for behavior analysts. Although the decision initially caused some upset, confusion, and disappointment, other organizations like the IBAO and QABA have since stepped up to fill the space. 
    Maricarmen Hazoury is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the co-founder of Centro ACAP, an autism center in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The Global Autism Project partnered with Centro ACAP in 2018, and we have since sent three SkillCorps volunteer teams to provide sustainable hands-on training. 
    In this conversation, among other things, we discuss:
    Autism awareness in the Dominican Republic and the types of autism services currently available
    How Kaki became involved in the field and why she is passionate about using Applied Behavior Analysis to help families
    The need for a Spanish-speaking certification board
    Why the current Code of Ethics for Behavior Analysts is not completely relevant to Dominican culture
    What Kaki has learned from partnering with the Global Autism Project
    Which aspects of Dominican culture she is most excited to share with our SkillCorps volunteers when they visit 
    If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take a moment to rate the show and leave a review. You’ll be helping us to continue spreading autism awareness and acceptance around the world.
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    • 59 min
    Parents Are the Experts of Their Children | Part 2 with Kathryn Petersen

    Parents Are the Experts of Their Children | Part 2 with Kathryn Petersen

    Discover what’s possible when you trust your gut. 
    Has anyone close to you needed support after receiving their child’s autism diagnosis? Or maybe you yourself are the parent of a child with autism? If so, you might have felt overwhelmed or isolated when trying to decide what’s best for their future. 
    Professionals like today’s guest, Kathryn Petersen, empower parents to recognize that they are the true experts of their children so that they can confidently make the best decisions for their family. 
    Kathryn is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the Founder of 2 Steps Forward Consulting, a company offering early-intervention coaching to help parents navigate the system. 
    In this second half of this conversation with Kathryn, we discuss: 
    How Kathryn determines her client’s success
    Kathryn’s involvement with the Global Autism Project, and what she’s learned about leadership
    How she applies the Global Autism Project’s motto “Do With Not For” in her current practice
    Tips for families starting their autism journeys
    Do you know anyone else who might benefit from this episode? For instance, a parent in the early stages of receiving an autism diagnosis for their child?
    We encourage you to share this episode with at least one other person. By doing so, you’ll help them feel supported, and help us improve access to services worldwide. 
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    • 25 min
    Your Child Has Received an Autism Diagnosis, Now What? | Part 1 with Kathryn Petersen

    Your Child Has Received an Autism Diagnosis, Now What? | Part 1 with Kathryn Petersen

    Discover what’s possible when someone holds your hand. 
    Have you ever tried to look for autism services and found the process long, stressful, or confusing? If you’re the parent of a child with autism, you’ve probably found that the path to available resources is often far from clear. 
    However, professionals like today’s guest, Kathryn Petersen, are committed to making this journey easier. 
    Kathryn is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the Founder of 2 Steps Forward Consulting, a company offering early-intervention coaching to help parents navigate the system. 
    In this conversation, among other things, we discuss: 
    Why Kathryn decided to start her consulting company
    What the autism-diagnosis process typically looks like for parents (from recognizing early signs in their children to receiving services)
    Common struggles parents face within the system 
    How parents can collaborate in setting and prioritizing goals
    What to look for in a service provider
    Do you know anyone else who might benefit from this episode? For instance, a parent in the early stages of receiving an autism diagnosis for their child?
    We encourage you to share this episode with at least one other person. By doing so, you’ll help them feel supported, and help us improve access to services worldwide. 
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    • 29 min
    Accessibility in Digital Spaces | Part 2 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

    Accessibility in Digital Spaces | Part 2 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

    Discover what’s possible when accessibility goes beyond a checklist. 
    Have you ever come across a website that was difficult to navigate? Were you frustrated that you couldn’t accomplish what you wanted to do, whether it was pay a bill, schedule a doctor’s visit, or attend a zoom call? 
    Well, you’re definitely not alone. It’s not uncommon for neurodivergent people to feel left out of digital spaces. The good news is accessibility guidelines already exist to ensure websites can be easily navigated. 
    If you want to know about how these standards are upheld, listen to this conversation I had with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud, where we delve deep into the work that they do at Aspiritech, a quality-assurance company with over 90% of autistic employees. 
    Maxwell is Autistic himself and oversees operations across all of Aspiritech’s program lines, including software quality assurance, accessibility, and data services. And Jen, who has ADHD, is the program manager for the company’s accessibility program line. 
    In this conversation, among other things, we discuss:
    Accessibility criteria that websites needs to meet
    Using screen readers for the visually impaired
    How a neurodiverse team can help to assess user experience
    Moments that make Maxwell and Jen feel proud to be working at Aspiritech
    Tips for employers wanting to increase neurodiversity in the workplace
    Do you know anyone else who might find value in this episode? Maybe your boss or coworkers would also like to learn how to make your workplace more neurodivergent-friendly.
    If you’d like to help improve employment conditions for autistic individuals, please take just a few seconds to share this episode with one person who you think will appreciate it. 
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    • 30 min
    How to Increase Neurodiversity in the Workplace | Part 1 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

    How to Increase Neurodiversity in the Workplace | Part 1 with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud

    Discover what’s possible when your work environment helps you flourish. 
    Have you ever been at work and felt like your colleagues just didn’t understand you, or maybe didn’t even try? Or have you ever worked up the courage to request accommodations, only to then have your needs minimized? 
    If you want to hear about a company with a work environment just the opposite of that, stay tuned for today’s conversation with Maxwell Huffman and Jen Goubeaud, where we discuss how Aspiritech creates opportunities for their neurodivergent employees to thrive. 
    Maxwell is Autistic himself and oversees operations across all of Aspiritech’s program lines, including software quality assurance, accessibility, and data services. And Jen, who has ADHD, is the program manager for the company’s accessibility program line. 
    In this conversation, among other things, we discuss: 
    How Brenda and Moshe Weitzberg founded Aspiritech to help their son find suitable employment, scaling it up from a kitchen-table start-up to a company with over 100 employees, 90% of which are Autistic
    Common accommodations, such as written instructions and hybrid work options
    Aspiritech’s hiring and training process
    How to match skill sets to a job 
    If you’re enjoying this episode and you don’t want to miss part 2, where we’ll talk about digital accessibility for neurodivergent individuals, be sure to hit the subscribe button! It will help you stay up-to-date, and it will also help us continue to bring you great guests, like Jen and Maxwell. 
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    • 23 min
    Dyslexia, Speech Therapy, and AAC, with Jeannette Washington | TBT

    Dyslexia, Speech Therapy, and AAC, with Jeannette Washington | TBT

    Discover what’s possible when communication operates beyond words. 
    Have you ever heard anyone say that speech therapy is only for children who need to learn how to talk? Or that dyslexia only affects the ability to read and write? Or that an AAC device might hinder language development? 
    In today’s throwback episode, we revisit these common misconceptions and many, many more.
    This episode with Jeannette Washington was originally released in July 2020. We’re re-releasing it today to celebrate Black History Month and highlight the great work of Black professionals in our community.
    A certified teacher, speech pathologist, coder and author, and the digital creator behind Bearly Articulating, Jeannette has many years of experience providing services to people with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.
    In this conversation, among other things, we discuss:
    Who can benefit from speech therapy
    How autism and dyslexia overlap
    Why collaboration between professionals from different fields is essential for progress
    Ways in which an AAC device can improve communication
    How differently-minded individuals can  – and should – contribute to the tech industry
    Helpful tips for parents trying to increase their child’s communication skills
    Would you like to submit your own questions for our upcoming guests? Follow us on Instagram @autismpodcast and watch out for posts asking for contributions! We want you to get the most out of our podcast, so your input is always appreciated.
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Highly recommend this podcast!! All speakers are amazing and informed with diverse backgrounds. It really does bring the community together and I loved hearing from speakers globally. I can’t wait to continue to listen to more episodes!!

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