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SUMMARY:Youth Poetry Project
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\nPoetry Collection Featuring Autistic Youth\nOrganized by Dr. Jessica McAleer\nFor event questions, contact: autisticpoetryproject@gmail.com [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n    Submit Poem\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Dr. Jessica McAleer and her 7-year-old autistic daughter, Ryleigh, are putting together something special, a poetry collection written entirely by autistic children and youth. They’re inviting young autistic poets from across the country to share their words, their creativity, and their unique perspectives.\nThis project is a labor of love, inspired by Ryleigh’s growing passion for poetry and her wish to connect with others like her. Together, they hope to amplify autistic voices and raise awareness through the beauty of poetry.\nWho Can Participate?\nAutistic children and youth up to age 16.\nAll communication styles are welcome: typed, handwritten, spoken (transcribed), or AAC-assisted.\nSubmission Guidelines:\n– Submit 1 to 3 original poems per child\n– Typed documents or clear scans of handwritten pages accepted\n– Optional: a 1–2 sentence author bio and a photo\n– Poets may choose to be credited by their name, nickname, or anonymously\n– Submissions due by October 31, 2025\nWhat Will Happen with the Poems?\nThe submitted poems will be published in a special anthology celebrating the creativity and authenticity of autistic youth. Proceeds from book sales will benefit the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) and the Autism Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”3rem”][vc_separator el_width=”90″ css=””][vc_empty_space height=”3rem”][vc_column_text css=””]\nInterested in Hosting a Community Event?\nPlease contact Lorraine Partee ( https://researchautism.org/about-oar/team/contact-lorraine-partee/ ), Manager, Fundraising and Special Events.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”3rem”][vc_separator el_width=”90″ css=””][vc_empty_space height=”3rem”][vc_column_text css=””]This event is organized and hosted independently by members of the community and is not affiliated with, managed by, or officially sponsored by the Organization for Autism Research (OAR). While proceeds from the event will benefit OAR, OAR is not responsible for the planning, promotion, or execution of the event. For any questions or concerns, please contact the event organizers directly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n
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