Replay - EMBRACING AUTISM - Live Webcast with Dr. Stephen Shore from Oct. 25, 2016

Dr. Stephen Shore, who holds a PhD from Boston University, is an Assistant Professor of Special Education at Adelphi University, and a Board Member of Autism Speaks provides a perspective from someone who has overcome the challenges of neuro-development disorder and has been able to fulfill his potential and make a successful life for himself.

Dr. Shore was the keynote presenter of Digital World 2016 in Bangladesh, India this week and has spent a great deal of time traveling and speaking around the world as an autism advocate this year, on educational and social inclusion, sensory processing challenges, bullying, as well as many other issues associated with successful transitioning into adulthood for those with autism.

During this webcast with host Gary Jesch, Dr. Shore discusses his talk regarding exploring ways for the IT sector to support people with autism in communication, social interaction, and employment.

Join us to learn –

• - About the winds of change at Autism Speaks
• - Working from the inside as a person with Aspergers
• - How Dr. Shore deals with so much world travel
• - Some highlights of his visits to India and Russia

What is Dr. Shore's vision for Autism Speaks?

"With the tremendous resources and international reach Autism Speaks has, I see the organization striking a balance balance between short and long term research along with supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families with today’s challenges. It’s a tall order to expect of any organization requiring a great deal of thought and follow-through. I believe, with the help of direct input of people on the autism spectrum, parents, educators, business, government, scientists, and the rest of the autism community in collaboration we can get this done. We will accomplish so much more by working together and any one of us can do alone."
(From The Art of Autism, by Debra Musikar - 12/9/15)

ABOUT DR. STEPHEN SHORE

Dr. Shore is a clinical assistant professor at the Ammon School of Education at Adelphi University teaching courses in special education and autism. Before his election to the Board of Directors, Dr. Shore served on the Autism Speaks Family Services committee.

Dr. Shore focuses his work on matching well-thought out educational practices to individual needs that promote fulfilling and productive lives for those with autism. It is because of his personal experiences when he was nonverbal and his parents refused to institutionalize him that Dr. Shore has become an advocate of intensive early intervention matched to the needs of the individual with autism. He speaks and consults throughout the world on educational and social inclusion, sensory processing challenges, bullying, as well as many other issues associated with successful transitioning into adulthood for those with autism.

Dr. Shore’s writings can regularly be seen in the media. He also shares his experiences in his autobiography "Beyond the wall: Personal experiences with autism and Asperger Syndrome, Ask and Tell: Self-advocacy and disclosure for people on the autism spectrum," and the DVD "Living along the autism spectrum: What it means to have autism or Asperger Syndrome."

In addition to his work with Autism Speaks, Dr. Shore serves as President emeritus of the Asperger/Autism Network. He also serves on the board of Specialisterne-USA, the Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association, the United States Autism and Asperger Association, and is the President of the Asperger Syndrome Support Network of the Russian Federation.

Dr. Shore received his Ed.D. in Special Education from the Boston University School of Education in 2008.

His Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/tumbalaika

ABOUT GARY JESCH

Gary Jesch, President of Invirtua and founder of Autism Animated, lives in Carson City, NV. He grew up with a close first-cousin on the autism spectrum in the Reno/Tahoe area. He’s a pioneer in live animation technology, which helps businesses with getting more attention at trade shows and corporate meeting events. In 2014, he introduced the “3D Digital Puppeteer” and formed a company called Invirtua to help children with autism have better and more productive therapy sessions. “Autism Animated” is the community website he started, to help his clients, parents and caregivers find support and resources for the autistic.

His company's website is Invirtua - http://animationforautism.com