Conversations from Byron
Growing into Autism
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About the speakers
Sandra Thom-Jones
Sandra Thom-Jones is an autistic author, artisan, academic and advocate. She is the author of Growing in to Autism, and a passionate champion for the inclusion of autistic people in all aspects of society.
Mandy Nolan
Mandy Nolan is a stand-up comedian, feminist, activist, mother of five and author who ran for the Greens in Richmond at the last Federal election, narrowly missing out on becoming the MP for that electorate. She wants to change to world by changing minds – one joke at a time.
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