Michelle Dawson

Michelle Dawson is a Canadian researcher and autism advocate known for her work challenging traditional views of autism. She emphasizes understanding autism as a form of neurodiversity rather than a disorder to be cured, advocating for greater acceptance and accommodations. Dawson collaborates with autistic individuals to ensure their perspectives influence research and policy. Her approach promotes respect for autistic differences and highlights the importance of recognizing autism as a natural variation in human neurology.