april is autism acceptance month, so i will be amplifying actual autistic voices.
"To support and properly represent autistic people, ask them first what language, symbols, and terminology they prefer before asking neurotypical people. Be aware of how symbols can support ableist notions, such as characterizing autism as something that needs to be treated or 'cured.' And the next time you see a puzzle piece for autism, remember its ableist history to prevent it from being used in an ableist manner. "
read the whole post here:the ableist history of the puzzle piece symbol for autism from in the loop about neurodiversity