Connecting With Nonspeakers: A Practical Guide

• By: Noah McSweeney Nonspeaking Autistic Self-Advocate, College Student, Poet, and Award-Winning Student Journalist
• July 9th, 2026
• AAC, augmentative alternative communication, communication partners, letterboard communication, nonspeaking, presuming competence, Summer 2026 Issue
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April traditionally brings showers, but in my world, it brings Autism Awareness Month – or is it Autism Acceptance Month, or is it Autism Action Month? It seems the verbiage changes from year to year. Awareness is good, acceptance is great, but action is the key to inclusion. For me, April means...