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Prepare first Do not contact people without doing your own preparation. Do your literature review, prepare questions, write the proposal for your story in advance. It is not a very new concept. It is basic research ethics. No surprises please. Once the person confirms their availability, send the information listed above in advance. Do not … Continue reading How to interview/commission op-eds from disabled folks
You are invited First of all, it is okay to say No to a party simply because you don't want to go. If it is a host you are not that close to, you can always say things like: Sorry I already have a prior commitment that day and I cannot cancel it. Now, if … Continue reading guide to Parties and Social Gatherings for Autistic folks
Is it autistic/ person with autism/ on the spectrum? While majority of the people in the community prefer "autistic", there may be some who prefer otherwise. So, just ask what they prefer. https://mastodon.social/@priyangee/109360295932714596 Written communication is preferred over "quick calls", zoom or video calls, chats. It allows autistic folks to process things at their pace … Continue reading how to be a Kind coworker to an autistic colleague?
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You have decided you are going somewhere. What should you do next? BOOK YOUR TICKETS How are you planning on travelling? If you are taking any means of transport that requires tickets, book it. While booking return tickets, give yourself a day to rest and recover before you go back to work. Once you have booked … Continue reading Travel tips for autistic folks
Co-author - Srinidhi Raghavan Our engagement with sexuality begins early, probably when we were caught scratching the in-between-parts of our body and heard, “chhi chhi, don’t touch there” from adults. This statement, inter alia, made two connections: a) do not touch ‘there’; b) it is shameful to do so. Most children therefore encounter information about … Continue reading To keep children safe, talk to them meaningfully about sexuality
It's the 9th anniversary of POCSO. It is nearly impossible to keep the victim protected from the accused. The entry and exit to court complexes are usually common. The area where litigants and witnesses wait for their turn is also shared. With 41% of the population under 18, India is often called a “young nation”. … Continue reading POCSO’s child friendly policies good in theory, but practically we need to do better
Stronger is written by Geoff Power and directed by Paul Meade. The play was showcased as part of Dublin Theatre Festival at the Smock Alley Theatre. Based on real-life events, it tells the story of a teacher (Jan) who was sexually abused by her student (Damon). It depicts the impact of the violence on her … Continue reading Stronger – A play that makes us re-evaluate the meaning of justice