Presenter:  Annuska Zolyomi,  PhD iSchool. "Researching Expressions of Autistic Identity through Teamwork and Technology." May 25, 12-1pm, MGH 024

Date/Time: May 25, 2018, 12:00-1:00 pm
Location: D Center (MGH 024)

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Project: With support from a 2017 Harlan Hahn grant, this project explores the ways that neurodiverse teens and young adults construct and express identity. The motivation for this research is to examine emerging adulthood as a unique period of re-configuration of identity and social positioning. Research has shown that some neurodiverse individuals first receive their diagnosis of autism as adults. Other individuals identify as neurodiverse or autistic without an official diagnosis. The experience of neurodiverse women may include misdiagnosis, late diagnosis, and being considered a neurominority. This research uses co-design and participatory research approaches to engage with autistic emerging adults as we explore the ways identities are formulated in real life and through the use of technology.

Talk Title:  Researching Expressions of Autistic Identity through Teamwork and Technology 

Bio: Annuska Zolyomi's doctoral research explores the lived experiences of youth and adults on the autism spectrum. Her work lies at the intersection of the neurodiversity paradigm, access and composition of information, and the role of technology. Her passion for accessible Human-Computer Interaction began while working at Microsoft. Her roles as accessibility Program Manager and Product Planner required a deep engagement with user scenarios and technology requirements of people with vision, hearing, mobility, and cognitive differences. She earned a Masters from UW in Human Centered Design & Engineering.   

Accessibility info: CART captioning and ASL interpretation have been requested for this event. The D Center is wheelchair accessible and is a scent-free space.

Contact info: Jose Alaniz, jos23 at uw.edu