Welcome to the autistic community! We’re very glad you’re here!
Sometimes it can be difficult to feel proud of who you are. Maybe you feel different from other people or struggle to fit in – there is no need to worry! Yenn, Tanya and a tiny meerkat called Min are here to help you discover how to feel proud to be you.
From learning about the autistic community, to finding like-minded friends and connecting with others, this book will give you everything you need to ask the question ‘what does it mean to be me?’ Learn alongside Min how the special things that make you YOU can also help find your own community.
Discover your own strengths, boost your confidence, and learn how to start your journey as an awesome autistic person with the community by your side
عن المؤلف
Yenn Purkis is an autistic and non-binary advocate, author and presenter. Yenn has a Masters degree in Fine Art from RMIT University. Yenn has given a presentation for TEDx Canberra and has been a frequent keynote presenter at autism and disability events for several years. Yenn has a number of awards, including the 2016 ACT Volunteer of the Year award and a number of other awards for community leadership including being nominated for the Australian of the Year award in 2017. Yenn has worked full-time for the Australian Public Service since 2007. They have facilitated a support group for autistic women and gender diverse folks in Canberra since 2011. Yenn has featured in media interviews for many years and was one of four autistic adults featured in the ABC TV documentary Alone in a Crowded Room. Yenn lives in Canberra, Australia.