vĀsifika - Our Autism Journeys

Author(s): Pasifika families living with Autism
Non-Fiction, Text in English
48 pages,  210mm x 150mm
ISBN 9780473651435

Pasifika families living with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) share their journeys to promote Autism awareness and acceptance.

This ground-breaking book is the first to capture the stories of Pasifika families living with autism, offering a unique collection of voices from a diverse range of contributors, including an autistic child and teen, educators, parents and grandparents from Samoan, Tongan, Tokelauan, Niuean, and Cook Islander backgrounds. It provides personal insights into the experiences of navigating autism within Pasifika communities, alongside key tips and lessons from the authors. The book also features an informative section on autism, aimed at educating readers and fostering understanding. Created with the support of Pasifika-led organisations such as the Pasifika Autism Support Group (PASG), Altogether Autism, and Te Pou, the project is edited, illustrated, and published by an all-Pasifika team, ensuring the cultural relevance and authenticity of its content.