Shifting Perspectives and the Evolution of Our Autism Journeys

Join this conversation to hear our panelists reflect on how the autism landscape has evolved during their journeys, share the challenges of overcoming stigma, and discuss how we can all contribute to fostering a more empowered and inclusive society.

About NYU Abu Dhabi's Autism Month
NYUAD Community Outreach organizes its hallmark annual Autism Month educational campaign in April in close collaboration with UAE community partner organizations. We host several initiatives during the month highlighting the need for increased acceptance, compassion, and support for the autism community. This will be our 7th year joining the global campaign. The autism education program is part of the university’s wider commitment to inclusion and supporting People of Determination.

Email nyuad.community.outreach@nyu.edu for more details.

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• Russell Lehmann

Speakers

• Russell Lehmann, award-winning and internationally recognized motivational speaker, poet, author and advocate who happens to have autism
• Uzma Akser, mother of three children, including one on the autism spectrum, currently specializing in Special Education Needs & Mindset Coaching
• Dr Mohammed Al-Qaisi, father of a child on the autism spectrum, Senior Lecturer in the School of Medicine at the University of London

Moderated by

• Khawla Barley, mother of a child on the autism spectrum, Head of Initiatives at Special Olympics UAE

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