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  • Associate Professor of Disability Studies in Education and Inaugural Chair in Student Success and Wellness, Queen's University, Ontario
Autism awareness campaigns often portray autistic people negatively as mysterious puzzles to be solved. In contrast, the rainbow infinity symbol celebrates neurodiversity. (Shutterstock)

5 ways to challenge systemic ableism during Autism Acceptance Month

Patty Douglas, Brandon University and Michael Orsini, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa

Instead of supporting autism through awareness campaigns that may portray autistic people negatively, consider learning about initiatives led by autistic people themselves. Here are five ways to start.

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