Delivered by Warda Farah
Content Warning: Grooming, Abuse and Coercive Control
Through personal anecdotes, research findings, and community narratives, this talk explores the multifaceted challenges faced by autistic individuals, particularly those compounded by intersectionality. It will delve into the critical issues of grooming, from sexual abuse to involvement in county drug lines, and the vulnerabilities that can arise within familial, friendly, and romantic relationships.
Shedding light on the unique perspectives of being both autistic and Black, emphasising how intersectionality amplifies these challenges. By examining these experiences through an intersectional lens, actionable insights for support systems, communities, and policymakers are generated.
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She/her
Warda is an autistic Speech and Language Therapist specialising in inclusive policy review and implementation. She is a clinical communication expert who is passionate about helping to create equitable and inclusive environments. She understands the powerful influence that language, race and disability can have on how an individual or group is perceived and treated in society. Warda’s expertise lies in helping organisations/individuals identify and address any systemic biases that exist within their existing approaches and practices; making organisations more inclusive.
Disclaimer
At Neurodiverse Connection, we are committed to promoting the use of neurodivergent affirming language. However, please do note that in these webinars, as with any content that Neurodiverse Connection host or share that includes input from other organisations or parties, we cannot guarantee that the preferred neurodivergent affirming terminology is always used.
Our guide to language is available here: Neurodivergent Affirming Language