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Shadia Hancock - Autism Actually
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Non-binary (They/them) | Speech pathologist | AuDHD advocate | Autism Actually owner | #ActuallyAutistic

Website: www.autismactually.com.au
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Shadia Hancock - Autism Actually @shadiahancock.bsky.social · Dec 8
I was pleased to be invited by Reframing Autism to write about a topic very close to my heart - employment for autistic people.

You can read the article here: reframingautism.org.au/autism-and-e...

#Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticEmployment #Inclusion #Neurodivergent #AutismActually
Autism and Employment: Supporting Meaningful Work Opportunities - Reframing Autism
Explore Autistic advocate Shadia Hancock’s insights on accessible employment for Autistic individuals. From workplace modifications and support structures to the importance of flexible roles, this gui...
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I am delighted to be joining Belongside Families to discuss a topic very close to my heart - Autism and gender diversity.

More info:

Autism & Gender Diversity Webinar
📅 Mon 10 Nov | 8pm NSW Time
💻 Free online event
🔗 Register to watch live or receive the replay: lnkd.in/gUCU_2xP
October 29, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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On Saturday, I had the pleasure of presenting again at the Autism Teaching Institute on one of my biggest passions, Autistic communication, alongside speech pathologist Fiona Whelan.

It was lovely to catch up once again with Maria Hickey (pictured), who was my early childhood educator.
October 13, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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This week (6-13 July) is NAIDOC Week in Australia. This year’s theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy”, celebrates 50 years of celebrating and honouring our First Nations Australians.

Poster: ‘Ancestral Lines’ by Jeremy Morgan Worrall, National NAIDOC 2025 Poster.
July 10, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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I am delighted to be included as a panellist at Animal Therapies Ltd's 2025 Online National Disability Forum.

To book tickets and to find out more about the speakers, please follow this link: animaltherapies.vfairs.com

#Autism #ActuallyAutistic #ADHD #AuDHD #Neurodivergent #Disabled
Animal Therapies Ltd 2025 Online Forum
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June 11, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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The Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference Australia is happening on Thursday and Friday the 10th and 11th of July.

Please follow the link for more information:
www.ndaffirmingtherapyaus.org/loapac-expo25

#Neurodivergence #Neurodivergent #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityAffirmingPractice
Text: LOAPAC Expo ‘25. Congratulations to LOAPAC on LOAPAC Expo 25 - showcasing the leadership of Autistic psychologists and affirming care for all.
June 6, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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Today, on ANZAC Day (25/04/25), I remember the brave Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served and sacrificed so much for our country and freedom.

Lest we forget. 🌺
April 25, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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Sharing information regarding a Macquarie University research study about supporting Neurodivergent students by Master of Research student Ari Star.

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If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ari at [email protected].
April 23, 2025 at 5:48 AM
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Love this video explanation of monotropism by Kieran Rose (The Autistic Advocate). I resonate deeply with it, especially the feeling of being jolted out of a flow state:

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An introduction to monotropism
YouTube video by The Autistic Advocate
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April 20, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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I am delighted to be a part of Amaze’s Pride Festival lineup, happening Thursday 15th May in Fitzroy North. 🦄🌈🏳️‍⚧️♾️

For more information, and to purchase tickets, please follow this link: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

#Autism #ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent #AuDHD #LGBTQIA #Neuroqueer
Microsoft Forms
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April 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Today (2nd April) is technically World Autism Day, but for us Autistic individuals, every day is Autism Day!

More information about WAAD and April can be found here: www.autismactually.com.au/post/moving-...
Text description: 2nd April, 2025. World Autism Awareness Day. Acceptance Understanding Appreciation. Autism Actually. Copyright Autism Actually, 2025 Image description: There is a yellow infinity symbol at the top right of the graphic. The world 'Awareness' is crossed out. The Autism Actually logo is positioned at the bottom left of the page.
April 2, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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PhD student Jing Hu from Monash University is conducting a study on the experiences of post-secondary students who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

Please find more information below: sites.google.com/monash.edu/j...
[Text description: Does your AAC work? We are looking for current postsecondary students who use AAC devices and strategies to study. Task: sharing your experience in a way that works for you. Rewarsd: up to AUD200 & joy of being valued for who you are. Join Now. jing.hu@monash.edu. Approved by Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee.] [Image description: A manual Proloquo Board is placed next to an iPad with Proloquo loaded on it]
March 25, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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I was pleased to be invited again by Reframing Autism to contribute to a primer on autistic communication styles, a topic I am very passionate about.

You can read the full article by following this link: reframingautism.org.au/autistic-com...

#Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticPride
Autistic Communication Differences: A Primer - Reframing Autism
This article from Autistic advocate Shadia Hancock articulates Autistic communication as a multifaceted, inclusive exchange, challenging stereotypes and highlighting the rich complexity of Autistic co...
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March 21, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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Did you know that this week (17-23 March) is Neurodiversity Celebration Week?

Neurodiversity Celebration Week was founded by Siena Castellon in 2018. You can find out more about the initiative via their website: www.neurodiversityweek.com
[Text description: 17-23 March 2025. Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week! The world is a better place with divergent minds. From the Autism Actually Team.] [Image description: A dark blue night sky with stars. The Autism Actually logo, an eye surrounded by blue and green hands, is at the bottom left corner]
March 21, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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I am delighted to share that I will be one of the stall holders at the Neurospicy event hosted by Late To The Party - an autistic podcast.

You can find more information and purchase tickets at the following link: www.theround.com.au/whats-on/neu...
Neurospicy - Presented by Late To The Party podcast | The Round
Late to the Party Podcast and The Round present Neurospicy.
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February 19, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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Super excited to have received my advance copies of the anthology ‘Someone Like Me’, edited by Dr Clem Bastow (author of ‘Late Bloomer’) and Jo Case. 🎉🦄🌈♾️

The book will be available in Australian bookshops from the 4th March 2025.
A picture of two copies of the book ‘Someone Like Me’. It is multicoloured and has closeup photos of people on the cover.
February 8, 2025 at 3:44 AM
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Wishing you all a Happy New Year for 2025.

We are grateful for your ongoing support and are excited to see what this year brings.

#HappyNewYear #ActuallyAutistic #HappyHolidays #Disabled #Neurodivergent #AutismActually
[Image description: A meme with a gold circle frame and multicoloured fireworks. The Autism Actually logo is at the bottom left corner, which consists of a cartoon eye surrounded by two green-blue hands, with 'Autism Actually' written at the bottom.] [Text description: Happy New Year! From the Autism Actually Team]
January 1, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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The Autism Actually team would like to wish you all a wonderful holidays and a Happy New Year for 2025.

We are so grateful for your ongoing support for our work and are excited to see what next year will bring.

#ActuallyAutistic #Neurodivergent #AuDHD #Disabled #Advocacy #AutismActually
A brown female standard poodle is wearing a navy blue harness and is wearing a light blue bowtie. She is sitting in front of an inflatable green Christmas tree with her mouth open.
December 23, 2024 at 12:33 PM
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As the end of the year is fast approaching, I thought I would share information about my range of fine art greeting cards.

If you would like to find out more or are interested in purchasing them, please follow this link: www.autismactually.com.au/product-page...
December 14, 2024 at 5:18 AM
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I was pleased to be invited by Reframing Autism to write about a topic very close to my heart - employment for autistic people.

You can read the article here: reframingautism.org.au/autism-and-e...

#Autism #ActuallyAutistic #AutisticEmployment #Inclusion #Neurodivergent #AutismActually
Autism and Employment: Supporting Meaningful Work Opportunities - Reframing Autism
Explore Autistic advocate Shadia Hancock’s insights on accessible employment for Autistic individuals. From workplace modifications and support structures to the importance of flexible roles, this gui...
reframingautism.org.au
December 8, 2024 at 12:01 PM
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I have enjoyed continuing to engage in one of my passionate interests - artwork! 🎨 [pallette emoji]

Here are some of my favourites from this year.

#ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #Neurodivergent #Disabled #Art #Artist #Drawing #Sketching #MixedMedia #StillLife #Potraiture #Animals #AutismActually
An ink and watercolour drawing of a black standard poodle on a white background. His mouth is open and he is wearing a rainbow coloured colour A pastel drawing of a standard poodle in a multicolour style on a sky blue background. He is looking towards the camera and has his mouth open. A pastel sketch of a gray vase containing yellow tulips on a gray background. There are red fruits and more tulips lying to the left of the vase. A pastel sketch of sunflowers in a terracotta vase on a gray background, surrounded by lemons and mandarins.
December 8, 2024 at 11:58 AM