In today’s episode, we are reviewing the Spring 2022 issue of Spectrum Life Magazine, a nonprofit autistic-led publication from Autism Empowerment written by and for autistic, neurodivergent and disabilities communities. We’ll be talking about a new chapter for Autism Empowerment, sharing about our sister publication Zoom Autism Magazine and introducing listeners to new writers, creators, illustrators and columns that will be soon appearing at the AutismEmpowerment.org and SpectrumLife.org websites including #AskingAutistics, Bluebee TeeVee Autism Information Station for kids and A Day in the ..read more

In today’s episode, we are previewing the Winter 2021 issue of Spectrum Life Magazine, a nonprofit autistic-led publication from Autism Empowerment written by and for autistic, neurodivergent and disabilities communities. We'll be going into behind-the-scenes details about each of the articles in the latest edition including our cover story, Let's Peer Up with Jenell Theobald. We'll talking about inclusion, mental health and occasions where adversity led to autistic and disability rights advocacy. We’ll also be sharing some holiday cheer, Autism Empowerment style!   The Winter 2021 issue ..read more

This episode of the Autism Empowerment Podcast is dedicated to all those who are struggling with insecurity, depression, anxiety and loneliness. As tough as it may seem, please know that you are not alone. You are enough. You are meant to be. In this particular show, we'll talk about vulnerabilities and self-reflection. We'll talk about being touched by inspiration and how that can come during dark times. Autistic advocate Karen Krejcha will be reading and discussing Double Take. It was unlike anything she had ever been inspired to write before and happened during the unlikeliest of moments ..read more

In today’s episode, we are previewing the Fall 2021 issue of Spectrum Life Magazine, a nonprofit autistic-led publication from Autism Empowerment written by and for autism, autistic and disabilities communities. From advocacy and education to employment, wellness and mental health, we'll be going into behind-the-scenes details about each of the 13 articles in the latest edition.   The Fall 2021 issue just arrived September 13th, 2021. To pick up a print copy visit: www.SpectrumLife.org/findacopy. For the most recent issue of Spectrum Life Magazine from Autism Empowerment online, visi ..read more

The Autism Empowerment Podcast is back! After a two-month hiatus, we're answering listener questions in today's episode: What has been going on with Autism Empowerment in Summer 2021? When is our next issue of Spectrum Life Magazine? When is our 10th Anniversary mini-series debuting? What will be happening in the Fall? Let’s get going! For transcripts and Show Notes, visit www.AutismEmpowermentPodcast.org For a free copy of Spectrum Life Magazine serving autistic and autism communities, visit www.SpectrumLife.org  The main website for our 501(c)3 nonprofit is www.AutismEmpowerment.org. Th ..read more

In today's milestone episode, we celebrate a Happy 10th Anniversary with Autism Empowerment with the reveal of a new 5-week mini-series starting July 12th, 2021. Come join Autism Empowerment co-founders Karen Krejcha and John Krejcha as they go Behind the Scenes: A Look At 10 Years of Autism Empowerment. Come join the journey! Show Notes and Transcript: https://www.AutismEmpowermentPodcast.org Read and see our 10th Anniversary story in Spectrum Life Magazine: https://www.spectrumlife.org/summer2021 ..read more

In today’s episode, we are previewing the milestone Summer 2021 issue of Spectrum Life Magazine. This issue marks 5 years of Spectrum Life Magazine being a nonprofit program of Autism Empowerment and also 10 years of Autism Empowerment serving youth, adults and families within autism and autistic communities. It's the 18th issue of Spectrum Life Magazine being published by Autism Empowerment and also our 18th Autism Empowerment Podcast episode! Join Autism Empowerment co-founders Karen and John Krejcha as they share interesting and fun facts from Autism Empowerment's nonprofit work over the pa ..read more

In this episode of the Autism Empowerment Podcast, we are talking about educational support and recovery services for students in pandemic times and the age of COVID. Many parents and children involved in Special Education and general education services are concerned in some way about academic regression, staying on track and progressing forward.  For students on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans, we’re going to take a look at options available for students to catch up. We'll explore the differences between Compensatory Education, Recovery Services (a new term) and Ext ..read more

In this episode, we preview the Spring 2021 issue of Spectrum Life Magazine published by Autism Empowerment. We shine a light on Autism Acceptance every day by centering and celebrating autistic voices in advocacy, education, poetry, podcasting, and entrepreneurial endeavors. We also show appreciation for family, friends and allies. Listen in and we’ll let you know how to get your free copy of this publication written by and for autism and autistic communities. Show Notes and Transcript at www.AutismEmpowermentPodcast.org Spring issue of Spectrum Life Magazine at www.SpectrumLife.org/currentis ..read more

What does Autism Acceptance look like? In today’s episode, we share meaningful conversation around the following areas  What does Autism Acceptance look like at Autism Empowerment in 2021? In our world-at-large?  What is the difference between Autism Acceptance and Autism Awareness?  Between acceptance and stagnation?  How can we promote health, wellness, and the human needs of each autistic person with respect and dignity? Why is it so important to center autistic voices in policymaking, research, programs and philanthropy? To support the Autism Acceptance and Autism Empo ..read more