I had the honour to read a preview version of Facilitating Autistic Peer Support Groups by Bird Sellergren. This triumphant, go-to guide for all those operating in the Autistic peer support space is open for pre-order, and is available from 21st October.

Book Review: Facilitating Autistic Peer Support Groups by Bird Sellergren

Facilitating Autistic Peer Support Groups by Bird Sellergren is a comprehensive handbook for creating and maintaining supportive spaces for Autistic adults. It emphasises the importance of respect, autonomy, and emotional safety in facilitation, encouraging self-awareness among facilitators. Grounded in intersectional frameworks, it serves as a vital resource for advocacy and empowerment.

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A week in the life of a PhD student What do we do all week? Not as little as you may think we do, and never the same thing twice (unless we are doing it 100 times!). #PhD #StudentLife #OrganisedMaybe #Tired #Confused #SendCoffee

A week in the life of a PhD student

The author shares a week in their life as a PhD student, highlighting the unique challenges and routines they face. Balancing family responsibilities, meetings, and personal well-being, they emphasise the importance of prioritising mental health and understanding individual work rhythms. Each week may vary, stressing that everyone's journey is distinct.

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Writing research feels easier than publishing it... #PhD #Admin #ADHD

Writing research is easier than publishing it

The author reflects on the challenges of submitting academic papers, highlighting the contrasting ease of writing versus the complexities of submission processes across journals. They encountered financial barriers, rejections, and administrative hurdles, particularly when addressing ethical considerations and copyright issues. Despite the difficulties, they have devised multiple plans moving forward.

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Writing the paper seems easier than submitting the paper. I was really excited to submit the first paper from my PhD. I made a choice for a special edition which fitted the area of work and got the paper up together with co-researchers and with some oversight from my supervisors.

I haven't been at the office in a while, so I forgot this was waiting for me. My physical copy of the Journal of Community Nursing. Roseanna Tansley and I have a four page piece called What I Would Like to Change About Cancer Care Accessibility

Palantir within our NHS is a serious concern for safety and security, especially their access to personal information as a company that is tied to genocide and known paedophiles... www.amnesty.org.uk/get-involved...

Tell the Health Secretary, Yvette Cooper: No Palantir in our NHS

Palantir’s contract with NHS England is up for renewal in February 2027, with discussions expected to begin this year. This is a critical moment for us to tell the new Health Secretary: No Palantir in...

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A day in the life of a #PhD #student I am aware that most of my family and friends don't understand what I "do all day" as a PhD student. So, I wanted to share a day in the life of a PhD student. This is my particular experience, so I'd be interested to hear others experiences.

A really informative, non-judgemental and inclusive book. This book has given us loads of good ideas to try with our son. More than anything, it's given me the confidence to take a pause and try again at *our* pace, not at anyone else's.

Katie Munday@kmunday.bsky.social · 2w ago

We have already learnt so much from the section on praise, and how this may not end how we intend. Definitely reading this over the next few weeks before we try again. @laurahellfeld.bsky.social

One bit of advice for new #PhDStudents... Remember the PhD isn't your whole life - even if you are led to believe that by faculty. Your mental and physical health always comes first. You are allowed to enjoy the next few years of your life, your life doesn't get put on hold by studying.

We have already learnt so much from the section on praise, and how this may not end how we intend. Definitely reading this over the next few weeks before we try again. @laurahellfeld.bsky.social

What bisexuality means to me #BisexualityVisibilityDay #Bisexual autisticltd.co.uk/2023/09/21/w...

What bisexuality means to me

As a teenager I thought in a binary fashion, and this affected how I understood sexuality and gender. My understanding of what it meant to be bisexual was that you liked both men and women, and tha…

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Last night's grief circle by Black Psychotherapy, led by poet Janice Whyne, honoured Professor Jason Arday. This space allowed us to express our grief, rage, and injustice about his tragic death and broader societal issues. It was a transformative session of shared experiences and words.

Poetry and Grief: Honouring Professor Jason Arday

Last night's grief circle by Black Psychotherapy, led by poet Janice Whyne, honoured Professor Jason Arday. Participants expressed deep emotions of grief, rage, and injustice associated with his tragic death and broader societal issues. The session encouraged reflection on grief, community support, and the transformative power of shared experiences and words.

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I am pleased to be September's University of Portsmouth's PGR Student Spotlight. In this blog I share about the direction of my research and how the "my" and "me" has slowly turned in to "our" and "us". #PAR #PGRStudent #Research #PhD myport.port.ac.uk/news-events-...

PGR Student Spotlight - Katie Munday

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I just saw this petition for better (any?) AI regulations. stoptheracetoreplace.org/en

Stop the Race to Replace Humans

A remarkable coalition is united: stop the billionaire race to replace humanity with AI. If you agree, add your name.

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I just started Great and Unfortunate Things by Prof Jason Arday. It's a audiobook and Jason's reading it. [Book front page, with a young Jason with large textured hair and a cheeky smile]

I Was Always Here: A Journey Through Trans+ Histories Theatre for Life and Beyond Reflections present "I Was Always Here," a verbatim show celebrating trans+ narratives across generations. Integrating music and cabaret, the production highlights trans+ history and contemporary issues, receiving…

I Was Always Here: A Journey Through Trans+ Histories

Theatre for Life and Beyond Reflections present "I Was Always Here," a verbatim show celebrating trans+ narratives across generations. Integrating music and cabaret, the production highlights trans+ history and contemporary issues, receiving positive audience feedback for its emotional depth and intersectionality. Tickets are available for upcoming performances in London and Portsmouth.

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Amazing trans masculine artwork at John Hansard Gallery. SOFT/STRONG by Net Ember. Over 75 trans+ people from across the UK have come together to share meaningful images of their lives, culminating in a public artwork that celebrates transmasculinity.

The crowd singing I Will Always Love You at Southampton Pride. I got to overhear and sing along just outside of the I Was Always Here performance. What a moment of queer sadness and joy.

It was amazing to see the Trans Aware Cancer Care flag again at the John Hansard Gallery.

Southampton Pride ready - let's go! [A badge on my turquoise funky dungarees. Badge reads: Black trans lives matter]

What a lovely thing to wake up to - a note from Research Gate saying my research items have reached 2,000 reads. When you write a chapter, paper or report, it can feel like no one will read it. Research outputs age quickly as new research uncovers more of what we didn't know... #AutResearch 🌈🎓

Available to pre-order from Monday :) bookstore.emerald.com/navigating-a...

Katie Munday@kmunday.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Navigating Academia as a Neurodivergent Academic. Edited by Sarah Timperley Matthew Harrison and Jessica Riordan The beautiful front page artwork by @melissavallenceillustrations shows the writer's favourite home flowers. I chose the fly agaric for its fairytale quality. 🍄

Dolly Parton has been a love of mine for a long time. Her music, giving free books to millions of children and her unfettered support of the queer community. From Here to the Moon and Back was our wedding song ❤️ Thank Heaven for you, and to God tip my hat, From here to the moon and back

This blog explores the amazing work of Professor Jason Arday, who had over 80 publications. And the awful violence that he endured before he died. There is a list of resources, and other ideas for action to continue the fight against classist-racist-ableism.

Celebrating the work of Professor Jason Arday

In early 2023, Cambridge University were delighted to tell the world that Dr Jason Arday had been appointed as a Professor of Sociology of Education, with his post beginning in March that year. Cambridge University shared "Arday has faced many personal challenges – notably being diagnosed, at the age of three, with a form of Autism Spectrum Disorder which meant he was unable to speak until he was 11." This inspiration porn style article posits Jason, a Black, working class, man with 'autism spectrum disorder' as being able to overcome his disability (and presumably his race and ethnicity?) to be able to become a professor.

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My preview version of Bird Sellergren's book has arrived. I shall be sharing my review of Facilitating Autistic Peer Support Groups just before it's release on October 21st. #Autistic #AutResearch #Book

Demanding an inquiry into Nathan Cofnas, the "race realist" one of many awful people responsible for Jason Ardays demise. www.change.org/p/seek-justi...

Sign the Petition

Seek justice for Professor Jason Arday

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The Good Law Project had created a petition to demand a public inquiry into his death goodlawproject.org/petition/jas...

Jason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law Project

Commission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death.

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Katie Munday@kmunday.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Black, Autistic men deserve to live and thrive. What has happened here is a travesty. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

I am beyond angry about the abuse hurled at Jason Arday. The violence of UK media and Universities is beyond disgusting. Nathan Cofnas has a lot to answer for. Him and his "race realism" has killed a man.

Black, Autistic men deserve to live and thrive. What has happened here is a travesty. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

Jason Arday found dead after resigning from Cambridge over plagiarism claims

Academic was pronounced dead at his home in south London after police called to address after 3pm on Friday

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I was not ready for the #wildfire alarm through my phone. Both our phones went off and our neurodivergent house hold went a bit scream-y for a second. #Alarm #GovernmentAlert #UKWildfires