Working While Masking: An Autistic Professional in the Neurotypical Office

• By: S. Astrid Cooper Writer and Illustrator
• March 25th, 2026
• autistic professionals, camouflaging, neurodiversity, neurotypical culture, sensory challenges, workplace inclusion, workplace masking
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Opening Act: The Choreography of Office Life Today’s office culture is a choreography of managed impressions. It rewards employees who can handle small talk with practiced ease, tolerate fluorescent lighting without flinching, and treat every ritual — from over‑the‑top celebrations to...

Co-Mentorship: A Catalyst for Fighting Stigma and Career Success

• By: Candace Weaver-Dowds, LMSW NEXT for AUTISM
• July 9th, 2025
• autistic professionals, employment, inclusion, leadership, mentorship, neurodiversity, Summer 2025 Issue, workplace, workplace accommodations
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Autistic professionals bring critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and unique insight to the workforce. Yet many face persistent stigma and misunderstanding that hinder their full participation in professional spaces. Misconceptions about communication styles, social behavior, and sensory...