You look at me But you don’t see me You
It is a mistaken idea that we, autistics, lack empathy. It is also a myth that we are not social. My friends and I, we understand and respect differences. And we understand that we all have a lot to contribute, in a diversity of manners.
"Storm" a poem by autistic self-advocate Amy Sequenzia.
My hope is that ThinkInclusive.us can create a bridge between educators, parents, and advocates (including self-advocates) to promote ideas, innovation and inspiration to change our world to be more accepting and value each and every human being.
I am an autistic woman, non-speaking and I have many needs.Yes, dear mainstream media, I am the autistic supposedly too “low-functioning” to deserve to be heard. You pity me and you ignore the facts.
Amy Sequenzia is a poet and autistic self-advocate. Her writing is as beautiful and powerful as she is. She is an extraordinary voice in the disability rights community .
Why would we separate, segregate and alienate children from one another while at the same time teach them to look after the world around them, respect differences and take a stand at injustice?
We are very proud to introduce Ollibean Think Tank member, Nicole
Parents naturally want what is best for their child, particularly
I type my words because I am non-speaking. One of
This issue is very important to me because so many
By now everyone knows about the new numbers on autism
Welcome new Ollibean writer, Amy Sequenzia! We know you're going
"Feeling sorry for our disabilities means not accepting ourselves. I feel sorry because disabilities rights are still lacking, not because I am disabled. My message is, hopefully, about our strength and similarities". Amy Sequenzia
This powerful poem from the book "MY VOICE, Autism, Life
