Exploring Autistic Experiences Through Animation
Two neuro-affirming educational animation videos celebrating Autistic experiences and perspectives, proudly created by a neurodiverse international team. All our writers are Autistic.
Discovering You’re Autistic shares the strengths and possibilities that come with understanding yourself and finding belonging.
Lightbulb Moments: Being Autistic shines a light on the many ways Autistic people experience and make sense of the world, showing that these experiences are both shared and valuable.
Each animation is paired with two companion blogs: one written for the Autistic community, and one for non-Autistic professionals who want to better understand and support Autistic people.
Discovering You’re Autistic
A short animated film that explores what it means to be Autistic through a neuro-affirming lens. Inspired by participants in the Discovery Programme, this film follows the journey from confusion to clarity, from feeling out of place to finding belonging and embracing an authentic Autistic identity.
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Read the Community Blog →
Read the Professionals Blog →
Lightbulb Moments: Being Autistic
A short animated film capturing the powerful realisations shared by Autistic adults as they discover more about themselves and each other. From sensory insights to communication breakthroughs, this film celebrates the moment of recognition: you are not alone.
Audio Description →
Read the Community Blog →
Read the Professionals Blog →
Animations Team
Writers: Helen Edgar, Laura Buckland Mason, Sonny Hallett, Fergus Murray, and Jessica K Doyle
Animator: Iara Abigalil
Composer and Musician: Somebody Someone (AKA Aubrey Hays)
Vocal Treatment and Mixing: Paulo Beto
Producer: Tara O’Donnell-Killen
These projects were made possible thanks to funding from Rethink Ireland and the Department of Children, Disability and Equality.
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