Excerpts from the Foreword, I got to co-write with Dr Temple Grandin.



Many don’t realize they’re being judgmental, but their discomfort with emotional display reveals a bias about what is "normal."

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  My Ted X talk titled "Pebbles in the Pond of Change

Hari Srinivasan, shares a powerful message about the power of small actions in creating ever-widening ripples in the pond of change. Drawing from personal experiences and the legacy of disability rights leaders, he redefines progress as a journey that starts with simple, accessible steps. His inspiring message encourages everyone to identify and act on their own "small pebbles" to drive societal transformation.

 


As we honor(ed) National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October , let’s not only recognize the strengths of neurodivergent individuals but also dismantle the systemic barriers that hinder the participation of all disabled individuals in the workforce to create truly inclusive workplaces that celebrate diversity in all its forms







 

The Americans with Disabilities Act requires individuals to file lawsuits to compel compliance, which can turn the pursuit of accommodations into a costly, time-consuming, and emotionally draining legal battle.

"It is essential to integrate doses of well-being into the daily structures and routines of all autistics across the spectrum. This could involve incorporating elements that evoke awe and empathy, creating opportunities for positive social interactions that are inclusive and accessible." - Hari Srinivasan

Read on... https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/aut.2024.38246.pw

Having a disability provides me with a unique perspective that emphasizes the importance of designing solutions that cater to the most marginalized members of society.

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 Excerpts from the Foreword, I got to co-write with Dr Temple Grandin.





The issue isn’t just about "difference"; it’s also about a lack of empathy from neurotypical perspectives.

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My TedX talk

  My Ted X talk titled "Pebbles in the Pond of Change

Hari Srinivasan, shares a powerful message about the power of small actions in creating ever-widening ripples in the pond of change. Drawing from personal experiences and the legacy of disability rights leaders, he redefines progress as a journey that starts with simple, accessible steps. His inspiring message encourages everyone to identify and act on their own "small pebbles" to drive societal transformation.

Forbes College ranking.

 Lovely to see my 2 fav colleges in the list - Berkeley (#5) & Vanderbilt (#11)




Its been an incredibly busy month or two

Written about me

  1. Article by Holden Thorpe, EIC of Science
  2. National Geographic
  3. Wikipedia wrote about me.
  4. 10 Asian Disabled Changemakers

Witten by me, published

  1. Neurodiversity 2.0 - harnessing cross disability insights
  2. Beyond Common Reassurances of "Its ok" - The reality of anxiety in autism
  3. Autistic Inertia
  4. Wikipedia Page created by me "Diagnostic Overshadowing in Autism"

A September Trip to Dublin, Ireland for the Autism Europe Congress. I was a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee.

A July Trip to Durham, UK for the IMRF Conference. 

A bunch of poster presentations of my research at various symposiums & conferences.

Getting 2 undergrad RAs to assist with my research at school. 

A couple of co-author papers

  1. On Focused Interests
  2. On Sample Diversity