Dr Tracy Turner
@amazonians.bsky.social
Senior Lecturer and academic researcher with a focus on #neurodiversity, #autism and #employment. She/her/they/them
So pleased to have been able to present my research on #autisticwomen & #employment this week in Dublin at the 14th Autism Europe Congress, & a privilege to hear so many brilliant keynote & other presenters set out a better, more inclusive future for autistic people worldwide #AECongress2025 #dublin
September 13, 2025 at 6:20 PM
So pleased to have been able to present my research on #autisticwomen & #employment this week in Dublin at the 14th Autism Europe Congress, & a privilege to hear so many brilliant keynote & other presenters set out a better, more inclusive future for autistic people worldwide #AECongress2025 #dublin
Asking whether any providers of the Oliver McGowan training on #autism and #learning #disability have any vacancies for a co-trainer please. Company employing son has lost contract to out of area company not using co-trainers with lived experience. Herts/Essex/Beds/Cambs/NLondon please.
May 26, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Asking whether any providers of the Oliver McGowan training on #autism and #learning #disability have any vacancies for a co-trainer please. Company employing son has lost contract to out of area company not using co-trainers with lived experience. Herts/Essex/Beds/Cambs/NLondon please.
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Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory and Critical Disability Studies and Mad Studies
Tickets are here!!! 📣
📆 June 11th
⏰️ 9.30 - 4.30
💵 Free
3 amazing sessions, 2 unmissable keynote speakers, 1 amazing creative workshop, 2 BSL interpreters... #MadCrip
www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-b...
Tickets are here!!! 📣
📆 June 11th
⏰️ 9.30 - 4.30
💵 Free
3 amazing sessions, 2 unmissable keynote speakers, 1 amazing creative workshop, 2 BSL interpreters... #MadCrip
www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-b...
May 20, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory and Critical Disability Studies and Mad Studies
Tickets are here!!! 📣
📆 June 11th
⏰️ 9.30 - 4.30
💵 Free
3 amazing sessions, 2 unmissable keynote speakers, 1 amazing creative workshop, 2 BSL interpreters... #MadCrip
www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-b...
Tickets are here!!! 📣
📆 June 11th
⏰️ 9.30 - 4.30
💵 Free
3 amazing sessions, 2 unmissable keynote speakers, 1 amazing creative workshop, 2 BSL interpreters... #MadCrip
www.britsoc.co.uk/events/key-b...
Loving Hazel Brugger. Someone tell me she's neurodivergent ❤️ #esc #Eurovisuon
May 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Loving Hazel Brugger. Someone tell me she's neurodivergent ❤️ #esc #Eurovisuon
More thoughtful presentations today for #NNDR25 on #disability research. My presentation on #autistic womens' work life experiences was well received.
May 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
More thoughtful presentations today for #NNDR25 on #disability research. My presentation on #autistic womens' work life experiences was well received.
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#NNDR-konferenssin avajaiset ja ensimmäiset Keynote-puheenvuorot alkamassa Helsingin yliopistolla. #vammaistutkimus
May 7, 2025 at 11:03 AM
#NNDR-konferenssin avajaiset ja ensimmäiset Keynote-puheenvuorot alkamassa Helsingin yliopistolla. #vammaistutkimus
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New article out on @theconversation.com on why many Autistic adults don't like puzzle pieces symbols being used to represent us:
theconversation.com/why-the-auti...
#Autism #ActuallyAutistic
theconversation.com/why-the-auti...
#Autism #ActuallyAutistic
Why the autism jigsaw puzzle piece is such a problematic symbol
To many autistic people, the puzzle piece represents stigma, exclusion and a harmful push to make them conform.
theconversation.com
April 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
New article out on @theconversation.com on why many Autistic adults don't like puzzle pieces symbols being used to represent us:
theconversation.com/why-the-auti...
#Autism #ActuallyAutistic
theconversation.com/why-the-auti...
#Autism #ActuallyAutistic
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Save the date!!!! 📢
Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory, Critical Disability Studies, and Mad Studies.
One-day hybrid symposium for researchers and community members.
11th June 9.30 - 4.30
Centenary Building, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ. And online!
#MadCrip2025 #AutRes
Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory, Critical Disability Studies, and Mad Studies.
One-day hybrid symposium for researchers and community members.
11th June 9.30 - 4.30
Centenary Building, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ. And online!
#MadCrip2025 #AutRes
April 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Save the date!!!! 📢
Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory, Critical Disability Studies, and Mad Studies.
One-day hybrid symposium for researchers and community members.
11th June 9.30 - 4.30
Centenary Building, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ. And online!
#MadCrip2025 #AutRes
Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory, Critical Disability Studies, and Mad Studies.
One-day hybrid symposium for researchers and community members.
11th June 9.30 - 4.30
Centenary Building, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ. And online!
#MadCrip2025 #AutRes
One of my worst interview nightmare situations, misunderstanding the questions. Often mentioned by neurotypicals as a bit of a giggle, but a real deep seated fear, stigma and source of PTSD to the rest of us for whom this might be everyday life.
March 29, 2025 at 8:04 AM
One of my worst interview nightmare situations, misunderstanding the questions. Often mentioned by neurotypicals as a bit of a giggle, but a real deep seated fear, stigma and source of PTSD to the rest of us for whom this might be everyday life.
Daft post but why is there not a PhD rubber duck? All the 'academic' rubber ducks seem to sport a mortar board, which is not correct for a PhD. If someone made a Dr Duck they would surely get lots of sales.
March 19, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Daft post but why is there not a PhD rubber duck? All the 'academic' rubber ducks seem to sport a mortar board, which is not correct for a PhD. If someone made a Dr Duck they would surely get lots of sales.
If any other training co would value his skills in Hertfordshire then please let me know. Also any other companies - please don't 'fire' vulnerable autistic people by email. Please take the time to speak to them and explain what it means to them and what you might do to help them find work.
March 11, 2025 at 6:34 PM
If any other training co would value his skills in Hertfordshire then please let me know. Also any other companies - please don't 'fire' vulnerable autistic people by email. Please take the time to speak to them and explain what it means to them and what you might do to help them find work.
Son has been delivering the Oliver McGowan training into the NHS as autism by experience lead for local training co. Received an email today telling him funding is ending therefore no work for him after the end of this month. Really shitty not to pick up the phone & tell him. He is devastated.
March 11, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Son has been delivering the Oliver McGowan training into the NHS as autism by experience lead for local training co. Received an email today telling him funding is ending therefore no work for him after the end of this month. Really shitty not to pick up the phone & tell him. He is devastated.
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*Please Share* Looking for late-diagnosed autistic mothers who would be interested in talking to an autistic researcher (and mother) about their motherhood experiences pre- and post-diagnosis? Please see below for more information and my contact details.
February 13, 2025 at 4:19 PM
*Please Share* Looking for late-diagnosed autistic mothers who would be interested in talking to an autistic researcher (and mother) about their motherhood experiences pre- and post-diagnosis? Please see below for more information and my contact details.
Xmas workplace events can be unbearable for autistic employees. You either attend, endure & end up at home later having a meltdown or you don't attend, don't feel ill, but have everyone shame you afterwards for not attending & 'being miserable'. Please think carefully when designing these events.
December 22, 2024 at 8:06 AM
Xmas workplace events can be unbearable for autistic employees. You either attend, endure & end up at home later having a meltdown or you don't attend, don't feel ill, but have everyone shame you afterwards for not attending & 'being miserable'. Please think carefully when designing these events.
Work Christmas departmental including seasonal games. We had some horrors including sticking your hand in a sock to find various items. Not very autistic friendly. However I had a success on the table Where's Wally game when despite sitting sideways to the board I spotted him in 15s! Feeling smug.
December 22, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Work Christmas departmental including seasonal games. We had some horrors including sticking your hand in a sock to find various items. Not very autistic friendly. However I had a success on the table Where's Wally game when despite sitting sideways to the board I spotted him in 15s! Feeling smug.
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One of my lovely students is recruiting autistic people to take part in a short survey: durhamuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
No compensation but any participation much appreciated- please do share.
No compensation but any participation much appreciated- please do share.
December 12, 2024 at 2:39 PM
One of my lovely students is recruiting autistic people to take part in a short survey: durhamuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
No compensation but any participation much appreciated- please do share.
No compensation but any participation much appreciated- please do share.
Apropos of nothing - except it's Christmas and I've got a double load of marking 😭 but does anyone remember that you used to be able to get a Milk Tray bar of chocolate? I loved the little lime barrels either in the bar or a box of Milk Tray 😋
December 12, 2024 at 3:35 PM
Apropos of nothing - except it's Christmas and I've got a double load of marking 😭 but does anyone remember that you used to be able to get a Milk Tray bar of chocolate? I loved the little lime barrels either in the bar or a box of Milk Tray 😋
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New paper! 🧵 Exploring Neurodiversity: An Annotated Reading List 🧵
We annotate 9 themes for readers interested in neurodiversity, including the history of neurodiversity, embracing neurodivergent voices, and shifting perspectives on autism, ADHD, and more.
Paper is here: doi.org/10.7554/eLif...
We annotate 9 themes for readers interested in neurodiversity, including the history of neurodiversity, embracing neurodivergent voices, and shifting perspectives on autism, ADHD, and more.
Paper is here: doi.org/10.7554/eLif...
December 9, 2024 at 4:32 PM
New paper! 🧵 Exploring Neurodiversity: An Annotated Reading List 🧵
We annotate 9 themes for readers interested in neurodiversity, including the history of neurodiversity, embracing neurodivergent voices, and shifting perspectives on autism, ADHD, and more.
Paper is here: doi.org/10.7554/eLif...
We annotate 9 themes for readers interested in neurodiversity, including the history of neurodiversity, embracing neurodivergent voices, and shifting perspectives on autism, ADHD, and more.
Paper is here: doi.org/10.7554/eLif...
Two days spent DMD writing (explanatory document for modules) for revised UG programmes in a large room with lots of people working on other DMDs and I'm feeling like a long lie down in the dark.
December 10, 2024 at 5:08 PM
Two days spent DMD writing (explanatory document for modules) for revised UG programmes in a large room with lots of people working on other DMDs and I'm feeling like a long lie down in the dark.
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New paper:
Tan et al (2024)
Reporting community involvement in autism research: Findings from the journal Autism.
doi.org/10.1177/1362...
Tan et al (2024)
Reporting community involvement in autism research: Findings from the journal Autism.
doi.org/10.1177/1362...
November 24, 2024 at 8:23 AM
New paper:
Tan et al (2024)
Reporting community involvement in autism research: Findings from the journal Autism.
doi.org/10.1177/1362...
Tan et al (2024)
Reporting community involvement in autism research: Findings from the journal Autism.
doi.org/10.1177/1362...
Thank you to all new followers. Lovely to meet you and I hope I can continue to be interesting. For those followers without a post, do please post something that says something about who you are and what you stand for. I'm less likely to follow back people I know nothing about.
November 29, 2024 at 8:36 PM
Thank you to all new followers. Lovely to meet you and I hope I can continue to be interesting. For those followers without a post, do please post something that says something about who you are and what you stand for. I'm less likely to follow back people I know nothing about.
I've never owned, nor ever likely to want to own a Christmas jumper. However this would be apt for me and possibly many more neurodivergent people constantly being asked to 'cheer up'.
November 21, 2024 at 10:45 PM
I've never owned, nor ever likely to want to own a Christmas jumper. However this would be apt for me and possibly many more neurodivergent people constantly being asked to 'cheer up'.
Some great tributes today to John Prescott. He was a lovely, warm man to know, but he didn't suffer fools gladly. Notorious for never answering difficult questions, I once had the job to chair him in a conference session & insisted he took only 3 questions at a time! We both partially won!
November 21, 2024 at 6:37 PM
Some great tributes today to John Prescott. He was a lovely, warm man to know, but he didn't suffer fools gladly. Notorious for never answering difficult questions, I once had the job to chair him in a conference session & insisted he took only 3 questions at a time! We both partially won!