As part of our ongoing Inclusion and Belonging Study Sessions, initiated by the City Center Inclusion and Belonging Committee, this session offers a thoughtful introduction to autism. These gatherings are designed to build a shared conceptual foundation around themes of belonging and inclusion, helping our sangha develop a common vocabulary and awareness for palleting deeper contemplation and community connection. Previous sessions have explored topics such as microaggressions, intersectionality, anti-racism, Latinx and Hispanic identity in the U.S., anti-Asian hate, and Native voices. In this session, we will explore autism: the basics of what autism is, the experience of practicing with autism in sangha, how we can better support and ally with autistic sangha members, personal stories from within our community, and opportunities for meaningful reflection through small-group discussion.
We hope you will join us! This will be in place of the normal Wednesday night Dharma talk.
If you have any questions, concerns or feedback please contact Eli, the Director of Inclusion and Belonging @ directordib@sfzc.org.
NOTE: Preceding the Study Session, from 7:30 - 7:45, there is a 15-minute period of gathering and settling to allow everyone to sign in on time and be prepared for the talk to begin.
To join the Study Session using Zoom:
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