Autism & CommunityThis blog marks the beginning of my unmasking journey in relation to my autism. Community and belonging have always felt elusive to me, even from childhood. I often felt like an outsider — observing rather than participating — with the unspoken expectation that acceptance must be earned through hard work, conformity, and effort. … Continue reading Rethinking Community: Safety, Labour, and Authentic Belonging
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Unmasking Ayo – Series Introduction
My name is Ayo. I am autistic. If you have met me before, you may not have realised this. I am what is often referred to as a "high masker." For me, this means that, from a very young age, I received subtle and overt messages from society that my natural way of being was … Continue reading Unmasking Ayo – Series Introduction
Guest Blog Post: From Strengths to Success: The Neurodivergent Entrepreneur’s Journey
Image via Freepik From Strengths to Success: The Neurodivergent Entrepreneur’s Journey Empowering neurodivergent individuals to start their own businesses is not just a matter of inclusivity; it's about recognizing untapped potential. Many neurodivergent individuals, including those with Autism or Asperger's, possess unique abilities and perspectives that are tailor-made for entrepreneurial success. This article, courtesy of … Continue reading Guest Blog Post: From Strengths to Success: The Neurodivergent Entrepreneur’s Journey
Final Council Committee Meeting
Tonight was my last council committee. And it was Adult Social Care, Children's Services and Education Committee. An important committee to finish on. Full Agenda available here. Available to watch online below: https://youtu.be/-mgFHcEu10I In this meeting, I was pleased to welcome the formation of the Autism Board alongside the key partners across the Health, Educational … Continue reading Final Council Committee Meeting
Reflections – Unbiased Podcast
I was recently interviewed for the unbiased podcast with Karen Barrett and we had really interesting conversations, which you can listen to here. I was asked a question I am asked a lot: How do I deal with challenges... as a women in STEM, a young, black women in politics. There is the short form … Continue reading Reflections – Unbiased Podcast
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