This presentation introduces Autism On the Go (AOG), why Autistic leadership matters, and how we can shift culture by reimagining what “support” is and who deserves it.
We challenge the idea that only some people deserve compassion, and frame support/services as infrastructure rather than charity—moving away from gatekeeping by diagnosis and scarcity-based eligibility.
We compare an “old model” (hierarchy of disability, fear-based protection, access only through diagnosis) with a “new model” (spectrum of humanity, autonomy-based mindset, access by self-identified need, eligibility by default).
Participants leave with concrete reflection questions and a call to action: identify the spaces in your life that are not disability/Autistic-led, and take steps to shift power, expectations, and access so people can lead themselves—with support.
- Why Autistic-led spaces matter
- Support/services as infrastructure (not charity)
- Old model vs new model (gatekeeping vs default access)
- Self-identified need as valid; Power-sharing and leadership pathways
- How to redesign org practices to reduce harm
- Concrete reflection prompts + action steps for allies/organizations
- Autistic and neurodivergent leaders and emerging leaders
- Disability organizations and service providers
- Allies and community members who want to shift power toward Autistic leadership
- Employers, educators, and organizers redesigning support systems
- Boards and leadership teams
- Anyone curious about a “support as infrastructure” model
- Format: Presentation / Talk
- Length: 45-60 minutes
- Delivery: Virtual or in-person (as available)
- Community groups
- disability orgs
- service providers
- allies
- workplaces
All AOG presentations are offered free of charge. Organizations that can afford it are encouraged to make a donation to support our community-led work. To schedule, contact: info@autismonthego.org
