Autism Knows No Borders

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  SkillCorps® Journey, with Team Italy 10.09.2026 23min

  Discover what’s possible when you collaborate intentionally. We’ve made it to episode 300! To celebrate this huge milestone, we’re continuing to highlight our recent SkillCorps® trip to Italy.  Our SkillCorps® volunteer program is an opportunity for self-advocates and professionals to travel to our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists on clinical needs and outreach initiatives specific to their communities. In this week’s episode, you’ll hear from some of our SkillCorps® team members about their personal experiences and takeaways. Together with SkillCorps® alum and former Global Autism Community moderator Danielle Terrell, our host Rachel Harmon led this professionally diverse team of 7 global visionaries who were complete strangers before they met for orientation in New York. During our trip, they formed friendships that will last a lifetime.  The following testimonies are from Kailey Brautigam, Jana Murgia, Miguel Robledo, Alexia Suckow, and Rachel Ferruggia. In today’s episode, you’ll hear excerpts about: Global collaboration and sustainability The Global Autism Project’s model of Do With Not For Personal and professional growth Leadership Post-trip commitments to their own community Tips for future SkillCorps® travelers We’re currently taking SkillCorps® applications for travel in 2027!  Join us today at skillcorps.globalautismproject.org and use the coupon code “AUTISMPODCAST” to waive the application fee.  ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey
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  How to Advocate Effectively, with Dr. Temple Grandin | Autism Tips & Tools 08.09.2026 8min

  Are you interested in starting your autism advocacy? Or do you need guidance on how to continue what you’re already doing? In this clip, Dr. Temple Grandin shares tips for young autistic adults who are embarking on their advocacy journey. Dr. Grandin is well known for both her pioneer work as an autism advocate and her lifelong dedication to animal welfare. Through groundbreaking research aimed at understanding her own autistic mind, and by being one of the first adults to publicly disclose that she was autistic, Dr. Grandin propelled the awareness of autism during a time when very little was known of it. She is an incredible source of hope for children with autism, their parents, and anyone with a dream. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin was originally released on December 10, 2020. Would you like to hear more about autism awareness and services in China? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Why the World Needs All Kinds of Minds, Part 2 with Dr. Temple Grandin Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey
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  Autism Services in Italy, with Fabiola Casarini and Laura Andrao 03.09.2026 43min

  Discover what’s possible when parents connect. These next two episodes will highlight takeaways from our SkillCorps® volunteer trip to Italy last July. For over 20 years, the Global Autism Project has been providing sustainable clinical, administrative, and leadership training to autism centers around the world seeking guidance. Our SkillCorps® volunteer program is an opportunity for self-advocates and professionals to travel to our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists on clinical needs and outreach initiatives specific to their communities. This carefully curated 2-week journey includes developing culturally-relevant and sustainable training with our partner staff, listening to local Autistic Self-Advocates and family members to learn about their lived experiences, sharing meals with community members to brainstorm ideas and solutions, and executing a high-impact project to build on existing work being done in the country. Together with SkillCorps alum and former Global Autism Community moderator Danielle Terrell, our host Rachel Harmon led one of our SkillCorps® teams to visit our partners at Errepiù in Reggio Emilia, Italy last July for the first time ever. This association oversees several Learning and Research Centers throughout Italy, offering evidence-based educational interventions to children, adolescents, and young adults, helping to improve their quality of life.  In today’s episode, you’ll hear the Co-Founder of Errepiù, Fabiola Casarini, talk about the current landscape of autism services in Italy and her experience hosting our SkillCorps volunteers. You’ll also hear a clip from disability attorney Laura Andrao, who attended the parent outreach event we co-hosted at Scuola delle Stelle in Rubiera. In next week’s episode, some of our SkillCorps® volunteers will share their personal experiences from the trip.  As you probably know if you follow our work closely, we’re currently taking applications for travel in June 2027!  Join us today at skillcorps.globalautismproject.org and use the coupon code “AUTISMPODCAST” to waive the application fee.  ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  A Mother’s Story in China, with Jie Bing Zhang | Autism Tips & Tools 31.08.2026 11min

  How does a mother’s love inspire her to keep searching for the quality autism services her son deserves? In this clip, Jie Bing Zhang talks about her autism journey, from receiving her son’s diagnosis to supporting his independence as an autistic adult. Mrs. Zhang is one of our Global Autism Project partners and the founder of Huicong Children Rehabilitation Center in Nanchang, China. She is the mother of a 25-year-old autistic man.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Jie Bing Zhang was originally released on April 1, 2021. Would you like to hear more about autism awareness and services in China? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Empowering Parents in China, with Jie Bing Zhang Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Autism Services for Adults in the US, Part 2 with Cammie McGovern 27.08.2026 29min

  Discover what’s possible when success is measured in belonging. What does good preparation for the transition to adulthood look like? Stick around and find out by the end of this episode, which is part two of my conversation with Cammie McGovern, originally released on September 16, 2021. Cammie McGovern is the mother of a 25-year-old autistic man and the author of several books about disabilities, including Hard Landings: Looking into the Future of a Child with Autism, her latest title at the time of this recording. Among other things, we discuss: Essential skills parents should prioritize when preparing their kids for adulthood Proactive steps for parents whose children are approaching this stage in life The importance of sexual education Tips for parents of newly diagnosed autistic children To learn more about Cammie McGovern, please visit cammiemcgovern.com. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  What Is The Disability Cliff? Part 1 with Cammie McGovern 21.08.2026 27min

  Discover what’s possible when success is measured in belonging. What happens to autism services after an autistic person turns 22? The transition into adulthood can be very complex for autistic individuals. In the US, aging out of the school system means losing access to most social, educational, and vocational resources. And, unfortunately, only 15% of adults with disabilities find paid employment.  If you’re the parent of an autistic child, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with mother and author Cammie McGovern, where she talks about redefining success for autistic adults. This episode was originally released on September 16, 2021. At the time of recording, Cammie had just published a book titled Hard Landings: Looking into the Future of a Child with Autism. She has also authored three novels for adults, including Eye Contact; two books for young adults, Say What You Will and A Step Toward Falling; and two books for middle-grade readers, Just My Luck and Chester and Gus. All of them feature young characters with a variety of disabilities. Cammie is also one of the founders of Whole Children and Milestones, a resource center for children and young adults with disabilities, and their families, in Hadley, Massachusetts. In today’s conversation, we discuss: The “Disability Cliff” for autistic adults who turn 22 Varying types of autism services available for adults in the US The shift away from institutional settings and sheltered workshops towards community-based services The overlooked value of congregate settings To learn more about Cammie McGovern, please visit cammiemcgovern.com.
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  How to Increase Autism Representation in the Media, with Dr. Kerry Magro | Autism Tips & Tools 17.08.2026 8min

  How can we increase autism representation in the media? In this clip, Dr. Kerry Magro talks about how autism has been portrayed in the media over the last few decades, as well as about his work as an entertainment consultant on the films Jane Wants a Boyfriend and Joyful Noise, starring Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton, and on the HBO series Mrs. Fletcher. Kerry is the author of Defining Autism From The Heart, Autism and Falling in Love, I Will Light It Up Blue, and Autistics on Autism: Stories You Need to Hear About What Helped Them While Growing Up and Pursuing Their Dreams. He also contributed to College for Students with Disabilities: We Do Belong (featuring other prominent advocates such as Temple Grandin and Stephen M. Shore), presented a TEDx talk titled “What happens to children with autism when they become adults?”, and currently blogs for several organizations, including Autism Speaks and The Mighty.  His non-profit organization, KFM Making a Difference, aims to break down barriers for people with special needs by granting college scholarships to adults with autism. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Kerry Magro was originally released on March 18, 2021. Would you like to hear Kerry’s tips for autistic individuals and their families preparing for adulthood? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Autism Representation in the Media, with Dr. Kerry Magro | TBT Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism.
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  Building Inclusive Communities, Part 2 with Jennifer Kaufman 13.08.2026 27min

  Discover what’s possible when family, school and community unite. How can better education and training lead to safer, more inclusive communities for autistic individuals? This episode is part two of my conversation with Jennifer Kaufman, a former special-education school principal and the grandmother of a boy on the spectrum. We discuss what it takes to create communities where autistic individuals are understood and supported—from the classroom to emergency situations. We also touch on: Best practices in education for autistic students Common misconceptions about autism in education Jennifer’s training for first responders to support neurodiverse individuals in high-stress situations Creating inclusive environments through universal design The importance of building strong, collaborative relationships among families, schools, and communities Tips for grandparents of autistic children To learn more about Jennifer Kaufman and her work, please visit Grandparenting on the Spectrum. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey
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  What is “Normal”? with Michael Gilberg | Autism Tips & Tools 10.08.2026 4min

  What does it mean to be “normal”? In this clip, Michael talking about redefining the meaning of “normal” and what he wishes neurotypical and autistic people understood about each other. Michael Gilberg, a special education and disability rights attorney. Having grown up with undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome, Michael draws from his personal experiences in order to help his clients with first-hand insights and empathy. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Michael Gilberg was originally released on February 25, 2021. Would you like to know what Jamiel would have done differently in the early years of his son’s diagnosis? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Special Education and Disability Rights, with Michael Gilberg Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey
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  Grandparenting on the Spectrum, Part 1 with Jennifer Kaufman 06.08.2026 26min

  Discover what’s possible when families learn together. How can grandparents become one of the greatest sources of support for families raising an autistic child? If you’re curious about a grandmother’s perspective, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Jennifer Kaufman. Drawing from her roles as both a former principal at special education schools and the grandmother of a boy on the spectrum, Jennifer provides practical strategies and heartfelt insights to help grandparents connect with their autistic grandchildren. She is also the author of Grandparenting on the Spectrum: A Journey From Both Sides of the Desk.  This episode is part one of our conversation, and we discuss: Common mistakes grandparents make even with the best intentions Understanding the unique mother-daughter dynamic How Jennifer realized what her daughter actually needed from her Strategies for effective communication with other family members Establishing healthy boundaries between generations How grandparents can provide meaningful support without overstepping To learn more about Jennifer Kaufman and her work, please visit Grandparenting on the Spectrum. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  How Can Social Stories Help Neurodiverse Children? with Sivan Hong | Autism Tips & Tools 03.08.2026 9min

  What are the benefits of social stories for neurodiverse children? In this clip, author and illustrator Sivan Hong talks about the difference between social stories and traditional children’s books, why social stories are effective in teaching neurodiverse children to navigate challenging situations, and the benefits of social stories for every student in the classroom, including neurotypicals. Sivan Hong’s best-selling children’s book series, The Super Fun Day Books, celebrates the triumphs of neurodiverse children as they face challenges with determination and courage. Her titles include Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween, George J. and the Miserable Monday, Emily D. and the Fearful First Day, and Avery G. and the Scary End of School. Sivan is also the mother of two neurodiverse children, and she herself has ADHD.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Sivan Hong was originally released on October 26, 2023. Thanks for tuning in to Autism Knows No Borders. Would you like to hear Sivan read an excerpt from one of her books about Halloween? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  The Power of Social Stories, with Sivan Hong Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  The Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument, with Stephen Flinn | Autism Tips & Tools 27.07.2026 9min

  How can autistic individuals benefit from learning to play an instrument? In this clip, music instructor Stephen Flinn talks about how music can help autistic students boost their focus, improve listening and communication skills, build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen motor and cognitive development. As a master trainer of the Rhythmic Arts Project curriculum, Stephen facilitates percussion-ensemble classes to students of all diagnoses. He has been featured in many international publications, including the Modern Drummer and DownBeat magazines, and published his first book, Contemporary Urban Percussion, in 2016. Stephen has also appeared on over 40 commercial releases of creative music and has toured extensively throughout Europe, Japan, and the United States. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Stephen Flinn was originally released on August 10, 2023. Would you like to learn about how to use drums to communicate with non-speakers? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Special Needs Music, with Stephen Flinn Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Global Autism Partnership in India, Part 2 with Jayashree Ramesh 23.07.2026 30min

  Discover what’s possible when constraint unlocks opportunity.  How do perceptions of autism vary across India?  If you’re curious about the role that family, culture, and community play in autism support, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with Jayashree Ramesh. Jayashree is the Founder and Director of the Academy for Severe Handicaps and Autism, ASHA for short, in Bangalore, India.  The Global Autism Project partnered with ASHA in 2018 and we’ve since sent four volunteer teams to their center through our SkillCorps® volunteer program. SkillCorps® is an opportunity for autism service providers and self-advocates to travel to our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists on clinical, administrative and leadership goals. We are currently accepting SkillCorps® applications for travel in 2027. Begin your journey today at globalautismproject.org/skillcorps. As a listener of our show, take advantage of the coupon code AUTISMPODCAST (no space and all caps) to waive the application fee. In part 1 of this conversation, originally released in July of 2021, we discuss: The varying perspectives of autism across India How Indian mothers and fathers accept autism differently What Jayashree loves about working with the autistic population Barriers she’s had to overcome to develop her center How to engage families in supporting their autistic loved ones Cultural perspectives on community support To learn more about Jayashree and ASHA, please visit ashaforautism.com. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Autism and Voice Acting, with Scott Edgar | Autism Tips & Tools 20.07.2026 5min

  Have you ever tried to impersonate someone’s voice for fun? In this clip, Autistic Self-Advocate Scott Edgar shares how he turned a hobby into a career of voice acting and where he gets his inspiration from. Scott Edgar was featured in London’s Autism’s Got Talent and has participated in the Special Olympics – competing in basketball, bowling, and powerlifting.  Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Scott Edgar was originally released on March 10, 2022. Would you like to hear about Scott’s experience participating in the Special Olympics? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Voice Acting and Special Olympics, with Scott Edgar Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Changing Perspectives in India, Part 1 with Jayashree Ramesh 16.07.2026 33min

  Discover what’s possible when constraint unlocks opportunity.  How do perceptions of autism vary across India?  If you’re curious about the role that family, culture, and community play in autism support, you’ll want to listen to this throwback episode with Jayashree Ramesh. Jayashree is the Founder and Director of the Academy for Severe Handicaps and Autism, ASHA for short, in Bangalore, India.  The Global Autism Project partnered with ASHA in 2018 and we’ve since sent four volunteer teams to their center through our SkillCorps® volunteer program. SkillCorps® is an opportunity for autism service providers and self-advocates to travel to our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists on clinical, administrative and leadership goals. We are currently accepting SkillCorps® applications for travel in 2027. Begin your journey today at globalautismproject.org/skillcorps. As a listener of our show, take advantage of the coupon code AUTISMPODCAST (no space and all caps) to waive the application fee.   In part 1 of this conversation, originally released in July of 2021, we discuss: The varying perspectives of autism across India How Indian mothers and fathers accept autism differently What Jayashree loves about working with the autistic population Barriers she’s had to overcome to develop her center How to engage families in supporting their autistic loved ones Cultural perspectives on community support To learn more about Jayashree and ASHA, please visit ashaforautism.com. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey. 
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  Sustainable International Development, with Molly Pinney and Pooja Panesar | Autism Tips & Tools 13.07.2026 7min

  What roles do sustainability and collaboration play at the core of the work we do at the Global Autism Project? The following clip features the CEO of the Global Autism Project, Molly Ola Pinney, and our first-ever Global Autism Project partner, Pooja Panesar, the director of Kaizora Centre for Neurodevelopmental Therapies in Kenya. For over 20 years, the Global Autism Project has been providing sustainable clinical, administrative, and leadership training to autism centers around the world seeking guidance. Our SkillCorps® volunteer program is an opportunity for autism service providers and autistic self-advocates to travel to our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Molly Pinney and Pooja Panesar was originally released on August 26, 2021. Would you like to know why SkillCorps is radically different from voluntourism? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Meaningful International Collaboration, with Our CEO Molly Ola Pinney and Pooja Panesar Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey. 
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  How Culture Shapes Understanding Neurodiversity, Part 2 with Hilai Nasib 09.07.2026 28min

  Discover what’s possible when you break the silence. What is the understanding of autism in Afghanistan? And the availability of services in Canada? If you’re curious about autism support and awareness around the world, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hilai Nasib. Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She advocates about autism on social media, hoping to destigmatize autism in Afghan communities.  This episode is part one of our conversation, and we discuss: Hilai’s process of getting her son’s diagnosis Early intervention and availability of services in Canada What Hilai envisions for her son’s future How cultural beliefs about mental health impact autism awareness What ultimately encouraged Hilai to open up about her son’s autism Her journey as an autism advocate You can follow Hilai on Instagram @fresh.soul. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast  Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project  We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Executive Functioning, Hyper Focus, and Creativity, with Sarah Glass and Eliza Gagle | Autism Tips & Tools 06.07.2026 9min

  What are some strategies to improve executive functioning skills? In this clip, Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle talk about strategies that have worked for them and how thinking out of the box and being able to hyper-focus has helped their careers. Although they’ve never met in person, Sarah and Eliza have several things in common. They’re both mothers to children on the spectrum, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and late-diagnosed, neurodivergent women – Sarah has ADHD and Eliza is autistic. Additionally, both of them have travelled with SkillCorps®, our volunteer program in which autistic self-advocates and professionals visit our international partner sites and collaborate with their local teachers and therapists. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle was originally released on June 24, 2021. Would you like to know how being neurodivergent may affect someone’s parenting style? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Neurodivergent Moms: SkillCorps Spotlight, with Sarah Glass and Eliza Cagle Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast  Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project  We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  Autism in Afghanistan, Part 1 with Hilai Nasib 02.07.2026 21min

  Discover what’s possible when you break the silence. What is the understanding of autism in Afghanistan? And the availability of services in Canada? If you’re curious about autism support and awareness around the world, you’ll want to listen to this episode with Hilai Nasib. Originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Canada, Hilai Nasib is the mother of a 10 year old son with autism. She advocates about autism on social media, hoping to destigmatize autism in Afghan communities.  This episode is part one of our conversation, and we discuss: Hilai’s process of getting her son’s diagnosis Early intervention and availability of services in Canada What Hilai envisions for her son’s future How cultural beliefs about mental health impact autism awareness What ultimately encouraged Hilai to open up about her son’s autism Her journey as an autism advocate You can follow Hilai on Instagram @fresh.soul. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast  Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project  We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey 
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  How to Travel with Autistic Children, with Dina Farmer | Autism Tips & Tools 29.06.2026 8min

  How can you make autism-friendly accommodations while traveling? In this clip, Dina Farmer shares her ideas on this topic as well as how to help kids feel more included in the trip planning process. Dina is a Certified Autism-Travel Professional, the Founder of Lily & Magnolia Travel, and the mother of an autistic boy. Her goal is to help parents plan autism-friendly family vacations while avoiding stress and overwhelm. Welcome to Autism Tips & Tools, where we highlight the best practical guidance from previous episodes of Autism Knows No Borders. Whether you’re a self-advocate, a family member, or a service provider, there’s something here for you! This conversation with Dina Farmer was originally released on January 27, 2022. Would you like to hear ideas of budget-friendly travel for families with autistic loved ones? Click the link below for the full conversation and be sure to subscribe to hear more from people connected to autism inspiring change and building community.  Autism-Friendly Travel, with Dina Farmer Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too.  Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast  Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project  We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey