'When I can speak, I feel clever, and when I cannot speak I feel foolish, and these feelings are my own internalised ableism.'
Amazing film, thank you

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Some autistic people use and understand language, some understand language but do not use mouth words, some can use words sometimes and not other times.

#autistic #autism #ASC #ASD #autism acceptance #semispeaking #nonverbal #SLT #SLT chat #speechies

I've been shortlisted for #DisabilityPower100

It made me think I should brave being vulnerable...

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This one means a lot to me. I've been shortlisted for The Shaw Trust's Disability Power List of the One Hundred most influential Disabled People in the UK #DisabilityPower100

(Don't worry, it is not an asking for votes situation, the judging is done by looking at what you do)

youtu.be/QEPoMVkF08g Fabulously another of the recent PMLD IV Conference films has been made public (this is one I sent to all of my family privately when I first recieved it because just everyone needs to see it, it is glorious!)

commongroundarts.co.uk/how-to-for-sch… Some very handy how tos for people looking to do creative things in an inclusive fashion!

...and I still haven't unpacked. Absolutely shattered.

The contrast between the view and the sound is quite something

At least when they both agree I do not have to wonder whose advice to follow.

Literature review edited. Conceptual underpinnings edited. Now onto Methodology chapter...not looking like a strong start!

#phdlife #thesis #writingup #thesis writing

I've had some big boots to fill lately. In been an honour to step into the role, to take more responsibility, and to hopefully guide the research group for as long as I have the privilege ❤️ the biggest joy has been working with MSc and PhD students on some incredible projects

I travel on trains regularly. My heart always drops at the sight of the exposed metal on CrossCountry Trains knowing that if I plug my laptop in to work I will get little electric shocks to keep me awake. It doesn't happen on GWR Avanti West Coast ScotRailCommentary London North Eastern Railway

What a great sign to see! #changingplaces #incloosion

Mainstream #primary teachers I’d love to hear about your experiences about self-regulation, the survey will take 15-20 minutes - click here for more information bit.ly/3JOG3IF UREC: 241794
#primary education #primary #TEACHers
Joanna Grace Dale Pickles Gary Aubin #RT