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Meaningful Employment: Starting Your Career

Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) & Voices of Autism

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Advocacy ASD/ID Core Knowledge Community Inclusion Employment Help With Transitions Social & Life Skills

This Webinar, followed by a Q&A, is designed to provide autistic job seekers with essential insights and practical advice for beginning their professional journeys.



We will address common workplace challenges such as social interactions, sensory sensitivities, and communication differences while highlighting the unique strengths autistic people bring to the workplace, including attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and innovative thinking.

The webinar will emphasize the importance of self-advocacy, understanding and communicating your needs, and requesting necessary accommodations. Additionally, we will explore how to identify personal interests, strengths, and skills to find fulfilling roles, the significance of setting realistic career goals, and the importance of exploring various career paths and industries.

 

 

 

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Adulthood Teens Transition to Adulthood
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