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Barb Cook

Australian Business Number (ABN): 25 825 425 432

Postal: PO Box 6150

Maroochydore BC, QLD 4558

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Autism Queensland Creative Futures Recognition Awards with the Governor Paul De Jersey at Government House Queensland – Awarded Special Commendation for Individual Achievement

The internationally acclaimed book Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism

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It’s not all about IT… Breaking the stigma in employment choices for autistic & neurodivergent people by Barb Cook
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Editor & co-author - internationally acclaimed book Spectrum Women. Founder - Spectrum Women Magazine. Neurodiversity writer & international speaker

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WEBINAR: Education to Employment – Preparing for Work with Barb Cook

WHEN: Wednesday 11th December 2019
START: 6pm QLD – 7pm NSW/VIC
DURATION: 90 minutes
WHERE: Online – Webinar link will be sent 2 days prior to event start
PRICE: $40

Autism – ADHD – Dyslexia – Dyspraxia – Neurodiversity

Leaving school/uni and heading into work is one of the most important transitions experienced in life. It is one that requires considerable preparation and planning to ensure success in gaining meaningful employment. This webinar will explore a person-centered and collaborative approach in identifying career pathways, goal setting, vision planning, identifying strengths, self-advocacy and self-determination, identifying supports and accommodations, that will help young people with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia in attaining and achieving their employment vision.

This webinar will provide practical tools, tips and strategies for teachers, employers, allied health professionals, neurodivergent people, their parents, support workers and carers.

Certificate of attendance will be provided after the event.

About the presenter Barb Cook, M.Aut. (Education)… Barb is a Developmental Educator, Autism Consultant and Life Coach for neurodivergent adults (autism, ADHD and dyslexia). Barb has a Master of Autism (education) with focus on employment from the University of Wollongong, where she is also a tutor and a research assistant in the area of self-determination and self-advocacy for adults on the autism spectrum.

As a Developmental Educator, Barb focuses on developing individualised learning strategies, tools and supports with positive outcomes for individuals across the lifespan. Barb embraces a collaborative approach by working with health and educational professionals, support staff, employers, employees, families and caregivers to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of a person-centred approach in fostering positive support and enhancement of life outcomes. Link in bio for event. #autism #employment #education #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia

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My graduation day was a very emotional and proud one for me. I’m not one for tears, but today totally got me teary and everything finally hit home. I did this and I can be so proud! I attained a Master of Autism (Education) and this is really significant. I often find it hard to comprehend just what I do, but glad it is finally sinking in!
It was a really great experience and I now have a new furry addition to the family, Frankie the Master Bear.
Now, time for a much needed mental rest and then to think about my PhD next…. #graduation #mastersdegree #uow #masterofautism

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Graduation Day. Feeling nervous and exciting at officially graduating for my Master of Autism (Education). #graduation #UOW #masters

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On the way to Tenterfield with a quick stop at Allora. #vstrom1000 #vstrom650 #vstrom #suzuki

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Getting ready for ride and an overnighter in Tenterfield. #adventure #vstrom #dl1000 #suzuki

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UPCOMING EVENT!

LINK IN BIO.

Relationships & the Autism Spectrum Workshop
with Barb Cook & Yenn Purkis

CANBERRA, ACT - 30 November 2019

STRICTLY LIMITED TO 100 TICKETS

Venue: CANBERRA CITY UNITING CHURCH - Canberra ACT (TBC)

30th November 2019 – 9.30am – 3.00pm

Ticket Price:
Neurodivergent Person $65 General/Professional $99

Light refreshments and food will be provided.

About this workshop

Relationships come in many forms. These can be friendships, romantic and intimate or these relationships can be part of our everyday lives when we are at work with bosses and colleagues or in an educational setting at school or uni. A commonality of these relationships is there usually is more than one person involved and requires navigation of the hidden expectations and dynamics of interaction and connection with other people.

In this workshop, Barb and Yenn will explore the various types of relationships, what the expectations are, and how neurodiverse people can express their needs and understanding of how they experience connecting with other people.

Some of the topics covered are the dynamics of friendships, romantic encounters and expectations in intimate relationships, redefining what a healthy relationship is, safety, bullying, harassment and understanding the unique needs for satisfying companionship.

Barb and Yenn will explore workplace and educational relationships and how to self-advocate in having needs met, to feel supported in an inclusive environment and to gain insight into how to work towards meaningful relationships with others.

https://spectrumwomenevents.com/product/relationships-the-autism-spectrum-workshop-with-barb-cook-yenn-purkis-canberra-act-30-november-2019/

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Sleepy ole Bribie Island...

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Got out for a much needed and overdue ride on Ron.... #vstrom #suzuki #DL1000 #biker #motorcycling #stressrelief

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Our upcoming Empowerment on the Autism Spectrum Workshop with myself and the awesome Yenn Purkis Âû is only just over 3 weeks away! We would love for you to share through your networks about our event as this event is different from the usual workshops out there for autistic people. We are the autistic people that who will be providing the unique knowledge and experience, the strategies and tools that will support autistic people, and help educate allied health professionals, educators and employers, what they need to embrace in helping autistic people feel valued, supported and truly included throughout their lives.
To book your ticket online visit: https://www.spectrumwomen.com/product/event-empowerment-on-the-autism-spectrum-workshop-with-barb-cook-yenn-purkis-penrith-nsw/

To share our flyer through your networks and beyond, just click on the image below, right click and save to your computer, where you can forward on via email or other avenues!
Plus a huge thank you in supporting us making changes to how workshops and presentations are delivered and presented - by autistic people for autistic people and the wider community!! We hope to see you there!! Barb & Yenn

#autistic #actuallyautisticspeakers #autism #Penrith #sydney

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WEBINAR: Education to Employment – Preparing for Work with @SpectrumBarb Wednesday 11th December 2019
#Autism #ADHD #Dyslexia #Dyspraxia #Neurodiversity
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