Sexual and gender identity

Name: Sexual and gender identity
Uploaded: 2026-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
Description: Anecdotally, we've known for a while that autistic people are more likely to identify as LGBTQIA+ than non-autistic people, and research is now beginning to support this. This epis

Anecdotally, we've known for a while that autistic people are more likely to identify as LGBTQIA+ than non-autistic people, and research is now beginning to support this. This episode will explore the intersection between autistic and LGBTQIA+ identities, looking at the issues facing autistic people as they explore their sexuality and gender identity. Erin Ekins [https://queerlyautistic.com/]talks to our Family Development Manager Kerrie Highcock about her personal journey as a queer autistic person, and what professionals and parents can do to support autistic people on their journey. Music: Aukestra [https://www.aukestra.com/] 00:00 Creating Safe Spaces for Gender Exploration 00:56 Introducing 'This is Autism' Podcast with Kerry Highcock 01:06 Intersection of Autism, Sexuality, and Gender Identity 01:18 Meet Erin Eakins: Queer Autistic Advocate 03:01 Erin's Writing Journey and Book Deal 06:13 Impact of Section 28 on LGBTQ+ Education 08:29 Challenges in LGBTQ+ Spaces for Autistic Individuals 15:21 Accessibility Issues in Queer Communities 28:29 Importance of Parental Acceptance 40:07 Celebrating Autistic Pride

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