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Jan 31, 2023 · The Art of Autism celebrates black autistic influencers (Black History Month). If you have someone you’d like to add to this post, please comment below. 1. Anita Cameron. Anita is one of the original disability rights activitists in the United States. She worked on the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Feb 9, 2021 · In honor of Black History Month, we have decided to look at influential black achievers across the world. These motivating go-getters show the rest of the world that having autism can’t hold them back from pursuing their dreams. Get ready to be inspired!
Despite the fact that Autism Spectrum Disorder affects people of all races and ethnicities, African-Americans and Latinos receive treatment and intervention much later than white children. Below are some prominent African-American personalities who have broken barriers and succeeded. 1. Tom Wiggins: A former slave turned musician.
Nov 14, 2023 · The star, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 4, has also won World titles in 2017 and 2019. She took home a gold medal after competing in the Lima 2019 Parapan American Games women’s ...
May 28, 2020 · There are many famous people with autism. They include athletes, actors, inventors, business leaders, authors and artists. There are about 180 famous autistic people I found as part of our research on Ongig’s series on neurodiversity. I felt inspired to list all these amazing people in one place!
Feb 15, 2012 · Eugene Hoskins Is His Name. The long-forgotten story of a black autistic man in Oxford, Miss., who crossed paths with William Faulkner. By Jesse Bering. Feb 15, 20126:30 AM. Oxford,...
Feb 21, 2016 · Black people on the autism spectrum can have less access to help than others. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Jackie Pilgrim, who has an autistic son and was diagnosed with Asperger's...
