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Ever wondered how a personal journey can ignite a movement that changes lives? Meet Tamika Lecheé Morales, the dedicated founder of the Autism Hero Project, who turned her son Legend's autism diagnosis into a mission to transform the landscape for autistic individuals and their families. From offering crucial medical insurance to pioneering educational scholarships and hosting inclusive community events, learn how the Autism Hero Project is making a real difference. Tamika's story is not just about overcoming challenges; it's about creating opportunities and bridging gaps for those who need it most.

Join us as we explore the emotional terrain of living with autism and the supportive networks that form in its wake. Discover the raw honesty of families navigating this journey, confronting societal perceptions, and finding beauty in neurodiversity. Through heartfelt narratives and shared experiences, Tamika illuminates the transformative power of understanding and acceptance, emphasizing that autism affects entire families, fostering connections that are both profound and enduring.

The episode also showcases the broader advocacy work being done to raise autism awareness and acceptance. From legislative victories like Autism Acceptance Week in Illinois to practical tools like noise-canceling headphones, Tamika and the Autism Hero Project are leading efforts to create a compassionate world for neurodiverse individuals. Discover how their expanding outreach through social media is helping to spread this vital message and how you can be part of this inspiring journey toward inclusivity.

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Sara Bradford is an Autistic woman and advocate and is the CEO of SJ Childs LLC, an autism consulting business to support families. She is a member of the Autism Council of Utah and also the owner of FB Autism Advocates Support Group. She is a mother of 2, and her husband and kids are also on the autism spectrum. She is a Global Autism Speaker, as well as a Podcast Host-The SJ Childs Show Podcast. She continues to strengthen her community through local university and hospital Autism partnerships, police training, corporate autism training programs, and more. Sara is a children's book author, pen name SJ Childs. Subjects such as autism, dyslexia, physical differences, anxiety, and more. Helping children understand themselves and support their peers with neurodiverse needs. Encouraging love and inclusion in every situation.