Erin Ekins, who hosted a School Diversity Week masterclass
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Erin Ekins leads School Diversity Week masterclass on being LGBT+ and autistic

Just Like Us

Published: November 25, 2021

Erin Ekins has created a free online masterclass on what it means to be “queerly autistic and proud” for pupils aged 14 to 18, as part of Just Like Us’ School Diversity Week celebrations.

Primary schools, secondary schools and colleges can sign up to take part in School Diversity Week and access the charity’s full range of free online masterclasses.

School Diversity Week is the UK-wide celebration of LGBT+ equality in primary school, secondary schools and colleges.

Erin Ekins’ free online masterclass is titled ‘What does it mean to be queerly autistic and proud?’ and can be watched below.

Erink Ekins (she/her) is the author of ‘Queerly Autistic: The Ultimate Guide for LGBTQIA+ Teens on the Spectrum’, exploring what it’s like to be LGBT+ and autistic.

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The content and views expressed in these masterclasses are of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily represent those of charity Just Like Us.

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