Edition #5: Reflections on the Past Year
Happy New Year!
As we enter 2025, we reflect on the past year’s milestones, challenges, and lessons. For my family and I, it has been a season of growth, resilience, and transformation since the publication of my book, Autistic: Leaping Over Walls While Living with Autism.
Key Highlights:
Book Features and Reviews
My book was reviewed and featured twice in the digital magazine Melanmag.com.
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Book featured in BellaNaija: Unveiling the Inspiration Behind Elsie Rogers’ Bestselling Book: Autistic: Leaping Over Walls Whilst Living With Autism | BellaNaija and This Day newspaper Unveiling Inspiration Behind Elsie Rogers’ Bestselling Book, Autistic: Leaping Over Walls Whilst Living with Autism – THISDAYLIVE
Autism Acceptance and Awareness (AAA) Course
I launched the Autism Acceptance and Awareness Course: Visit my website to view or purchase the course.
Podcast Features
Dimobi Trust: Participated in a podcast hosted by Dimobi Children’s Disabilities Trust, a Manchester-based organization advocating for children with disabilities: Check us out on twitter.
Adecco Recruitment: Podcast led by Adecco Internationals Global Head of Talent and Engagement. Lookout for the Podcast on our social media in January/February 2025 @elsierogersofficial
Disability Empowerment Now: Look out for our podcast with Keith Murfee-DeConcini, founder of Disability Empowerment Now, a U.S.-based charity. To be released in May 2025.
Speaking Engagements
I delivered a talk at the RCCG Victory Assembly on autism acceptance, empathy, and the role of faith.
In November 2024, Joshua and I served as keynote speakers at MyGoal: Celebrating Talent in Neurodiversity in the United States. I shared our journey while Joshua captivated the audience with his musical performance on the keyboard.
Autistic Champions Launch Event (Powered by El’Rog Ltd)
I hosted an impactful event alongside autism advocates such as Dr Venessa Swaby and Chris Israel an Autistic Survivor and Advocate.
Additional Achievements
In December 2024, I attended the UK Caribbean Food Awards (UKCFA) through A2nd Voice, promoting my book and advocating for autism awareness.
Collaboration with Avante Care & Support the largest charity in Kent to launch their lifestyle academy, an initiative to enhance the quality of life in care settings and foster staff development through creativity and innovation.
These milestones reflect our journey of advocacy, empowerment, and community transformation.
