Autisic Women & Non-Binary Network of Edmonton & Area (AWNNE)
Make a difference in the lives of autistic women in the workplace!
We are looking for a diverse group of autistic women and non-binary people who have had employment experiences, whether good or bad, to be part of the second phase of an autistic-led employment project. This project is working to develop employment resources for a website to assist autistic women and non-binary people with their unique employment needs.
The Goal
Autistic women and non-binary people supporting each other to achieve employment and career goals.
You Are
- A woman or gender non-binary person, aged 18+
- Diagnosed with autism/self-identify as autistic
- Interested in exploring employment issues for women/ gender non-binary individuals on the spectrum
- Willing to share your employment experiences
- A resident of Alberta
Benefits
- Develop your leadership skills
- Be part of a group of diverse individuals
- Have your voice heard
- Opportunity to create change
- Honorariums
The group will meet monthly, either virtually or in person, dependent on COVID-19 restrictions, and will wrap-up by November 2022. Applicants are welcome from across the province; those living outside of the Edmonton area can attend meetings via Zoom.
Interested in joining the AWNNE?
Tell us your story!
To apply, submit a resume with short story, story board, or a video about yourself and your employment experiences.
Deadline: August 13, 2021
Submissions can be made to:
Submissions can be made to Jackie Ryan at jryan@centreforautism.ab.ca
All submissions will be reviewed and responded to, but not all applications will be accepted.
Together we can make a change in the lives of autistic women in the workplace. Let’s start today!
This project is funded by the Ministry of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women
