Challenge the myth that autistic children prefer isolation and explore ways to support their social development. This workshop helps early learning and child care professionals identify social characteristics of autism, understand unwritten social rules, and teach context-based social skills. Learn practical strategies to help autistic children build friendships, foster belonging, and enhance well-being.
Presented by:
Ghazaleh Mosabebi, Autism Consultant joined Kerry’s Place in 2019 as a Coordinator of Services and Supports in Supported Living. She has been directly and indirectly engaged in providing support to autistic persons with a great passion to enhance the quality of their lives. Ghazaleh has been involved in various initiatives to plan transitions for persons supported and to coordinate overnight respite programs. In 2023, she stepped into her role as an Autism Consultant, where she facilitates trainings nationwide to foster comprehensive understanding and awareness of Autism within diverse audiences.
Donna Graham, Autism Consultant at Kerry’s Place since 2014. Over the span of her career, Donna has provided consultation and trainings to those supporting Autistic persons and diverse communities. Donna’s experience includes supporting preschool ages through to adulthood within a variety of environments such as early childhood care, school, residential and workplace settings. Her passion is to help others better understand the diverse strengths and needs of those they support and to empower them with the tools and strategies to increase the quality of life for all.
