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Open Letter Against Puberty Blocker Ban
The team at AIM for the Rainbow have written an open letter airing our concerns about the puberty blocker ban. The open letter at a glance: The Autistic community widely and with great indignation condemns the recent ban on puberty blockers for transgender youth and demands its immediate reversal. We call on the government to…
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Reflecting on Four Years of Autism Advocacy Online
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Redefining Healthcare: From Needs to Dreams
The post emphasizes the need for personalized, communal healthcare shaped by individual and cultural differences. It critiques capitalism and colonialism, advocating for community-based healing centered on love, interconnectedness, and nature. The author envisions a liberated approach to care that fosters collaboration, resource sharing, and emotional support, inspired by previous radical works.
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Me and white fragility
These are some of my reflections from the amazing book and workbook from Layla F. Saad Me and White Supremacy White fragility is the discomfort and defensiveness experienced and expressed by a white person when confronted with information about racial injustice and inequality. My white fragility shows up around perfection – that I can only start…
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Taking Autistic researchers seriously
The author’s experience as a neurodivergent research assistant at a UK university highlights challenges in navigating administrative processes exacerbated by Covid-19. Despite their qualifications, they faced bureaucratic obstacles that led to frustration and workplace insecurity. This experience reinforced the importance of support and understanding for neurodivergent individuals in collaborative environments.
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Deepening my understanding of white privilege
The author reflects on their evolving understanding of white privilege and the emotional challenges that come with acknowledging complicity in systemic oppression. They emphasize the importance of speaking out and engaging in anti-racist discussions, even in discomfort, while highlighting valuable anti-racism resources and promoting ongoing, imperfect learning.
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Activism needs to be intersectional
The author emphasizes the importance of acknowledging a colonized mindset shaped by white colonial, capitalist, and patriarchal systems. They reflect on their journey within academia, disability care, and queer spaces, advocating for intersectionality in feminism and disability activism. The author is dedicated to anti-racist work, recognizing mistakes as part of growth.
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Neurodivergent or neurodiverse? Why getting it right really matters
It might seem nit-picky when people talk about the importance of using ‘Neurodivergent’ and ‘Neurodiverse’ correctly. However, there is a social and political reason why it is important for us to get the distinction between these two words correct, especially for academics and neurodivergent (ND) organisations. Neurodiversity – includes everyone, including neurotypical / neuromajoritives. Neurodivergence…
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Working with healthcare providers to improve cancer and general healthcare services
The Trans Aware Cancer Care (TACC) project engages with trans+ individuals about their healthcare experiences, particularly regarding cancer services. Key themes include distrust in providers, the impact of advocacy fatigue, and the need for personalized care. Despite challenges, positive experiences highlight the importance of respect and rapport in healthcare. The aim is to improve services…
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Not all of me
