As part of World Autism Awareness Month in April, speaker, author, and autism consultant Judy Endow will lead a virtual session for families and staff on the topic “Autistically Thriving: Living a Self-Determined Life Based on Autistic Neurology.” This event will explore:
- Focusing on strengths to understand who autistic people are and how they can flourish
- Autistic thinking styles and ways of processing information
- New ways to think about and implement autistic support
Judy will share many examples highlighting how autistics can truly thrive when they are honored for who they are and supported for who they want to be. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session.
Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Format: Zoom Webinar. Register in advance.
Handout: Download/Print slides with notes.
This event is part of our OCDSB Speaker Series. Learn more about Autism Awareness and Acceptance at the OCDSB.
About the Speaker:
Judy Endow, MSW, LCSW maintains a private practice in Madison, Wisconsin, providing consultation for families, school districts, and other agencies. Besides having autism herself, she is the parent of three grown sons, one of whom is on the autism spectrum. Judy does workshops and presentations on a variety of autism-related issues, has been part of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Statewide Autism Training Team, and a board member of both the Autism Society of America, Wisconsin Chapter and the Autism National Committee. She recently received the Dr. Cathy Pratt Award for Autism Professional of the Year. She brings a great depth of understanding and compassion to all the work she does.