I posted the above on National Coming Out Day, and a friend commented this: “I really struggle with why people have to “come out!” I mean “straight” people don’t have to, so why should they? What’s wrong with people just being accepted for who and what they are?” After much deliberation, here is my response:Continue reading “National Coming Out Day”
Category Archives: Diversity
Iggy Rocks
“Iggy Rocks” are rocks painted in memory of Iggy, with things Iggy liked and symbols of things that mattered to him. Could be a Deadpool mask, could be a Pride flag or an autism acceptance infinity symbol. It doesn’t need to be complicated and impressive. Write “Facebook: Iggy Rocks” on the back. My Iggy RocksContinue reading “Iggy Rocks”
No outsiders in our school
Those who know me well know that I’m passionate about diversity and inclusion, and I think the only way to tackle hatred and exclusion is to bring up every child to celebrate and accept all differences in the human condition. This afternoon I had the opportunity to attend a talk at work by Andrew Moffat,Continue reading “No outsiders in our school”
Neurodivergent role models
Stonewall created a list of top tips for LBGTQ role models. This concept and practice lends itself neatly to autism and neurodiversity advocacy. Are we neurodiversity advocates sending the right message to colleagues and job candidates who are considering “coming out” about their autism or other neurological condition. I do hope so. According to Stonewall,Continue reading “Neurodivergent role models”
Oh you’re married to a man. You must be straight
#BiVisibilityDay #BisexualityDay #BisexualPrideDay My sexuality has never been a closely guarded secret, but I guess many people just naturally assume I am straight. After all, I am married to a man, my second husband, and I have never had a serious or long-term girlfriend. Nevertheless, I am bisexual. I don’t need to go 50:50, norContinue reading “Oh you’re married to a man. You must be straight”
Ausome Charlie 