Autism Stories Series: Sam Farmer
SHORT NOTICE: Cultural Autism Studies at Yale (CASY, the ethnography project led by Dr. Dawn Prince-Hughes) is delighted to welcome Sam Farmer (neurodiversity community self-advocate / consultant and public speaker) next Tuesday, May 14, 1 -2 p.m. EDT. He will be the first speaker for our Autism Stories Series which will take place regularly on Zoom until Autistic Pride Day in June 2024. Join us as autistic adults from around the globe share their unique journeys toward detection and discovery of autistic identity.
There is no cost to attend, and international participants are invited to join. RSVP online though our borderless Meetup group https://www.meetup.com/projectcasy/events/300927594/
BRIEF BIO: Sam Farmer is a neurodiversity community self-advocate / consultant, public speaker, and prolific author. He has led intriguing discussions about his book, "A Long Walk Down a Winding Road" (https://www.samfarmerauthor.com/) which describes his autistic self-discovery while serving as a self-help book for those on a similar journey. Sam has also led our deep thinker’s discussion series entitled, “Cultivating Autistic Thought with Author Sam Farmer” based on his myriad articles and blogs which can be accessed for free via this link https://tinyurl.com/yfmwdtt7
About Cultural Autism Studies at Yale (CASY, the ethnography project led by Dr. Dawn Prince-Hughes). An 'ethnography' is an exploration of how a group of people express themselves in a cultural way. Autistic people have a growing kind of culture, and each autistic experience is a vital part of it. Dr. Dawn Prince-Hughes is an anthropologist, ethnographer, primatologist, and author who is autistic. Join her for an exploration of the importance of autistic self-expression and the culture that grows from it. Those who wish to share their content are free to do so on our private Facebook group (see below), organically contributing to a growing autistic culture.
Links to online events will also be shared on these private Facebook groups: SOCIAL CONNECTIVITY FOR AUTISM (http://tinyurl.com/mrxnxmnc) or CASY Cultural Autism Studies... The Ethnography Project (http://tinyurl.com/4ckbyut7).
CREDITS: The preparation of this material was financed under an agreement with the Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities (CTCDD). CASY Sparks membership, activities and events are free. CASY Sparks is sponsored in part by The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Adult Autism Research Fund, and a generous gift from the Rosen family, and the research of Dr. Roger Jou, including Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research (SPARK) Clinical Site Network - Yale University (https://www.SPARKforAutism.org/Yale).
In the upcoming Autism Stories Series, Sam Farmer will engage participants with his powerful narrative as a self-advocate in the neurodiversity movement. His journey, detailed in his book "A Long Walk Down a Winding Road," provides invaluable insights into the autistic experience. This event, hosted by Cultural Autism Studies at Yale (CASY), aims to foster a sense of community and understanding among autistic individuals. The series not only highlights personal stories but also emphasizes the cultural aspects of autism, reinforcing the significance of self-expression within the autistic community. Dr. Dawn Prince-Hughes, leading the CASY project, explores these themes further, inviting participants to share their journeys and contribute to a richer autistic culture. As part of an ongoing dialogue, attendees are encouraged to engage with Farmer's past discussions and explore resources available through CASY's platforms. The series will take place regularly leading up to Autistic Pride Day in June 2024, creating a space for collective learning and support.
