Autism 101 (Alberta 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce)

This session is brought to you as part of the City of Edmonton's 'Beyond Belonging' initiative, plus the partnership between Autism Edmonton and the Alberta 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce.

This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Autism 101 provides a foundational introduction to autism and neurodiversity. This session explores what autism is and how autistic individuals may experience, communicate with, and interact with the world around them.

Participants will gain a basic understanding of:
• What autism is and common characteristics of autism
• How autistic individuals may experience and process sensory information
• Why communication and interaction may differ
• How visual supports can help with understanding and communication
• Practical ways to support autistic individuals in everyday settings

We will also add information about what we currently know about Autism and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.