Patrícia is an autistic person from Portugal. Here, she talks about having to work past employers’ and teachers’ prejudices to gain an education and a career.
I’d like the whole world to know that we’re not invisible.
Patrícia
"To understand autism, it's important to listen, observe and respect."
Patrícia
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