The staff at Autism Tennessee, like many others, have spent time reflecting on the current events on our news. Rather than having internal conversations, we've decided a panel discussion would be most beneficial. Many parents have concerns about how to parent their child and address race related issues.
Within the autism community, there are even more layers to consider.
We'd like to talk about that.
Event Description: Panelists will share their experiences as persons of color and as parents of black boys who are on the autism spectrum.
Panelists include:
Tony Dillard, Law Enforcement Officer and individual on the spectrum,
Jajuan Turrentine, mom of three boys, one of whom has autism, &
Jamie Leggs, mom of two on the autism spectrum
Moderators:
Babs Tierno, Executive Director, Autism Tennessee &
Bev Fulkerson, Autism Tennessee Board of Directors, and TN Dept of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Division of Substance Abuse Services
Autism Tennessee’s Educational Workshops are monthly presentations
on a variety of topics of interest to the autism community.
All interested community members are encouraged to attend!
- Is there a cost? Costs depend on Membership Level. Costs per person do not exceed $5.
Online viewing is included with your Advantage or Premier Family Membership.
- How do I sign up? Register on the website, under the Education tab or find the event on our calendar.
If you are an Advantage or Premier Member, you can register from the Member Homepage.
- Is childcare available? No. Typically, childcare is not provided now that virtual learning is available.
- When are workshops? Workshops are held monthly, usually on the second Thursday evening from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Check the event for details. Details will be emailed to you after registration.
- Where are workshops? Workshops are typically held at the Autism Tennessee office and virtually. Check the event for details. Details will be emailed to you after registration. Virtual access is included in the Advantage or Premiere level membership.
- Who are the presenters? Presenters are area experts in a field related to autism. They are vetted members of Autism Tennessee. Autism Tennessee hosts these workshops but does not endorse methods or opinions expressed by presenters.
- Can I have access to the presentation or view it another time? Advantage or Premier level members may access Autism Tennessee video content on the Member Homepage. Autism Tennessee content is not available to non-members outside of the live presentation.
- How can I become a member? Click here to see the benefits, and become a member.
- What if I have other questions? No problem! Email events@autismtn.org
