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SUMMARY:Autism\, Religion and Spirituality\, and Minority Ethnic Identities
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nIn this webinar\, Léon van Ommen will present highlights from his research project on autism\,spirituality/religion\, and minority identities. Léon’s project focuses on two specific minority groups within the autism discourse: those who cannot rely on spoken language as their primary way of communicating\, and ethnic minorities in the United Kingdom (esp. Black Autistic people). For many ethnic minority or racialised groups\, religion is an important aspect of life. However\, religion is often overlooked in autism studies\, or collapsed under the wide umbrella of ‘culture.’ Thus\, this webinar aims at creating a space to discuss the often overlooked intersection of autism\, religion and minority identity. \nWho: \nDr Léon van Ommen is Senior Lecturer in Practical Theology at the University of Aberdeen\, and Co-Director of the Centre for Autism and Theology. Léon’s research focuses on the lived experience of neurodivergent (esp. autistic) people in relation to faith\, religion and spirituality. He has done research with autistic people and disabled people in Singapore\, Kenya\, the United Kingdom\, theUnited States\, and other countries. Léon is author of numerous publications\, including Autism and Worship: A Liturgical Theology (Waco: Baylor University Press\, 2023). \nRegister in Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autism-religion-and-spirituality-and-minority-ethnic-identities-tickets-1235097984319?aff=oddtdtcreator  \nSend in your questions to: info@sema.scot with subject Autism & Spirituality Webinar \nFormat: 50 min recorded talk followed by unrecorded Q&A discussion 
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SUMMARY:Autistic and Muslim during Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:Ramadan  is  just  round  the  corner!\n \n\nWhile  we  prepare  for  this  blessed  month\,  let’s  also  consider  the  needs  of  those  around  us\,  including  the  Autistic  Muslims.\n\nWhether  it’s  the  transitions  or  sensory  differences\,  the  sleep  disruption  or  community  events\,  Ramadan  can  bring  on  some  challenges.  However\,  when  those  around  us;  family\,  friends\,  schools\,  or  workplaces  reflect  on  our  Autistic  experiences\,  they  can  make  changes  to  accommodate  us  and  make  this  special  time  accessible\,  inclusive  and  joyful.\n\nJoin  Dr  Sofia  Rehman  (PhD  Islamic  Theology)  in  conversation  with  Co-Founder  of  Scottish  Ethnic  Minority  Autistic’s  Sofia  Farzana  to  explore  what  it’s  like  being  Autistic  and  Muslim  during  Ramadan\,  and  how  we  can  all  foster  belonging  and  support.\n\n Saturday  22nd  Feb\n5:45pm  GMT\nYouTube  Live  on  the  SEMA  YouTube  Channel  –  https://www.youtube.com/live/5-gRLER2zgM\n\n#Ramadan  #Autistic  #Community  #Islam  #AutisticMuslim  #RamadanReady\n						Display “Autistic  Ramadan” from YouTube			 \n\n\n\n\n			Click here to display content from YouTube.												Learn more in YouTube’s privacy policy.											Please enable JavaScript in your browser to load this content.					 \n										Always display content from YouTube					 \n \nOpen “Autistic  Ramadan” directly
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