ALT "Normal is overrated. Normal is following what everyone else is doing or agrees on. Weirdness is about freedom. About embracing all parts of yourself, following the rabbit holes and chasing your fantasies. No holds barred. Weird creates experts. Weird is innovative. Weird is creativity incarnate." - Sif Brookes (pictured here with a large hammer and a purple hat).

ALT A spectrum of autistic people gather in front of an Autistic Pride Edinburgh banner. Many of them are gazing at large bubbles floating in front of them.

ALT The same group again, slightly smilier.

ALT Building Community, not Colonies

ALT A healthy community provides information and choices, not membership that will be revoked for non-compliance. People’s choices may be upholding their safety, even if they’re not ideal. Safety is not just physical safety, but also social safety, emotional safety, and financial safety.