​This event takes place on Monday 22nd June.

​An opportunity to learn about a range of experiences of other autistic people.

​Kay (they/them) is an autistic student currently studying at the Open University. They were diagnosed with autism four years ago and will talk about their experience leading to their diagnosis and what followed.

​Content warnings: domestic violence ('I won't go into detail'), general ableism

​General Structure

​0-20 minutes:

​Speaker tells their story. They might not speak for the full 20 minutes.

​20-50 minutes:

​Discussion. Attendees then have the opportunity to respond to the speaker, ask questions, make points about how it relates to their story, etc. The aim will be to be for a relaxed discussion, but it will be chaired and some discipline would be needed. Obviously, participants should be respectful. Also, if they are to raise something which may be triggering, they should give a bit of warning before they begin to speak. The chair’s decisions should be respected.

​Last 10 minutes:

​Speaker will make any final points and then the event will end.

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​This event is hosted by AMASE. Although the session is free, you might consider donating to us to allow us to continue our work.

​Please Note

​This event is for Full and Associate AMASE members only.