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News Presentation / Research

Lessons Learned from a Community Engagement Forum on Developing Autism Research Partnership

Citation:

Savard, L., Knox, S., Shor, M., Lodestone, Z., LeFluer, M., Coderre, E., Lewis, L., Prelock, P. (2023). “Lessons Learned from a Community Engagement Forum in Developing Autism Research Partnership.” Poster presented at the University of Vermont Health Equity Summit, Burlington, VT.

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Summary:

Autistic adults and autistic and non-autistic caregivers prefer to engage as research partners when:

  • The group culture is inclusive and accepting
  • The autistic viewpoint is prioritized and understood
  • Accessible practices are used
  • The research makes a difference in autistic lives

Read more about this study | Download the research poster (.pdf)