This presentation will highlight the importance of an intersectional approach to address the experiences of Ableism and Anti-Black Racism experienced by individuals and caregivers with Autism Spectrum /Neurodiversity.
It will address the complex ongoing issues of racial trauma, stigma and shame as presenting barriers to families accessing service. Lastly, it will highlight Lampkin's program called RacismAffectsmetoo which focuses on the impacts of Anti-Black Racism on self-identified Black, African Caribbean individuals living with Autism/Neurodiversity as well as identify practical recommendations for improving service provision.