Women’s History Month Resource Highlight
Celebrating women's resilience, achievements, and contributions past, present, and future. At Joyscape, we celebrate Women’s History Month by highlighting a few important people, books, and organizations. Here is a review of what we’ve been sharing this month so far!
Women in Behavior Analysis (WIBA)
At Joyscape Therapy, we are committed to providing high-quality services as Behavior Analysts. As part of this commitment, we naturally look to organizations that support fellow Behavior Analysts by connecting them with the latest research, mentorship, and learning opportunities, particularly those that empower women in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. One of these organizations is Women in Behavior Analysis or WIBA.
WIBA provides a supportive and inclusive space for women in the field, fostering connections, mentorship, and professional growth. Their annual WIBA Conference brings together inspiring speakers, meaningful discussions, and opportunities to celebrate the achievements of women in behavior analysis.
From the WIBA website, “Women in Behavior Analysis (WIBA) has the mission to empower, celebrate and mentor women behavior analysts and highlight their contributions to the field. The conference will allow all genders to engage in meaningful discourse on gender equality for the promotion of behavior analysis and professional growth of future generations.”
📅 Save the Date!
The 2025 WIBA Conference is happening July 23rd-25th in Atlanta, GA. This is your chance to network, learn, and be part of a movement dedicated to amplifying the voices of women in ABA!
🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.thewiba.com
Greta Thunberg
In addition to recognizing organizations that support women in the field of ABA, we also want to celebrate incredible women who are not only making history but are also actually autistic. As an organization dedicated to helping our clients improve their lives, it's essential to highlight members of the neurodivergent community who are making a meaningful impact for all of us. One such person continuing to make history is Greta Thunberg.
Greta Thunberg is a Swedish climate activist and outspoken advocate for environmental action and neurodiversity. Diagnosed with autism, she calls it her "superpower" and credits it for her deep focus and determination. She gained global recognition in 2018 after launching the Fridays for Future movement, inspiring millions to demand urgent action on climate change. Through powerful speeches and activism, she challenges world leaders to address the climate crisis, proving that young voices and neurodivergent perspectives can change the world. 🌍🔥
You can find Greta on social media @GretaThunberg to see more of her current work.
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN)
The next organization we want to recognize is the Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) for its dedication to disability justice, gender equity, and neurodiversity support. AWN empowers autistic women, nonbinary, and gender-diverse individuals through advocacy, resources, and community support. Their work uplifts marginalized voices, ensuring greater inclusivity and understanding in the autism and disability rights movements.
Learn more about their mission at 🔗awnnetwork.org and join us in celebrating their impact! 💜
Nobody Nowhere: The Remarkable Autobiography of an Autistic Girl
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the Nobody Nowhere by Donna Williams is widely regarded as a groundbreaking work in autism literature, offering a deeply personal and raw perspective on what it means to be autistic in a neurotypical world. It has inspired many within the autism community and beyond. Nobody Nowhere is seen as an important but complex piece of autism literature. It was pioneering in its time but is now often discussed with nuance, recognizing its value and limitations.
The book explores her experiences with sensory sensitivities, social isolation, and communication challenges, as well as her journey toward self-understanding and diagnosis as an adult. Williams describes developing coping mechanisms, including creating imaginary friends and masking her true self to fit societal expectations.
You can find more info here: 🔗donnawilliams.net
This month, we celebrate the incredible women shaping the future of behavior analysis, leaders, advocates, and change-makers who are making an impact every day. We hope you’ve enjoyed our small highlight of a few largely amazing people, organizations, and books.
As we continue to highlight autistic voices, supportive organizations, and valuable resources, we recognize the importance of intersectionality, diversity, and inclusion. Celebrating Women’s History Month through the Joyscape lens allows us to uplift these perspectives and foster meaningful conversations.
Happy Women’s History Month!
