The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future by Cook, Barb
The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future by Cook, Barb

The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future

Being autistic, you might come across more challenges than others around you, such as dealing with ableism,...
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SKU: 9781787755758
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Author: Barb Cook
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Language: English
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The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future by Cook, Barb

The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future

$77.46
The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future by Cook, Barb

The Autism and Neurodiversity Self Advocacy Handbook: Developing the Skills to Determine Your Own Future

$77.46
Author: Barb Cook
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Description

Being autistic, you might come across more challenges than others around you, such as dealing with ableism, discrimination in employment or difficulties in your relationships. Learning to successfully self-advocate will help you to build confidence, strengthen your relationships and ensure your needs are met.

Written by two autistic activists, this book will give you the tools and strategies to advocate for yourself in any situation. It covers specific scenarios including work, school, and family and relationships, as well as looking at advocacy for the wider community, whether that's through social media, presentations or writing. Additionally, the book provides advice on building independence, developing your skills, standing up for others and resolving conflict.

The authors also explore the overall impact of self-advocacy in all areas of your life, building a sense of confidence, resilience and control. Drawing on the authors' extensive experience, this book will help you to successfully prioritise your needs and rights, challenge what is unfair or unjust and make your voice heard.

Author: Barb Cook, Yenn Purkis
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 02/21/2022
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781787755758

About the Author
Purkis, Yenn: - Yenn Purkis is an autistic and non-binary advocate, author and presenter. Yenn has a Masters degree in Fine Art from RMIT University. Yenn has given a presentation for TEDx Canberra and has been a frequent keynote presenter at autism and disability events for several years. Yenn has a number of awards, including the 2016 ACT Volunteer of the Year award and a number of other awards for community leadership including being nominated for the Australian of the Year award in 2017. Yenn has worked full-time for the Australian Public Service since 2007. They have facilitated a support group for autistic women and gender diverse folks in Canberra since 2011. Yenn has featured in media interviews for many years and was one of four autistic adults featured in the ABC TV documentary Alone in a Crowded Room. Yenn lives in Canberra, Australia.
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