TBT | 49. Special Education and Disability Rights, with Michael Gilberg

*THROWBACK EPISODE* This conversation with Michael Gilberg was originally released on February 25, 2021. We're re-releasing it today to bring awareness to student rights in the U.S. education system.  Michael is an active member in our Global Autism Community and has continuously contributed his unique and honest perspective in various roundtable discussions, hosted monthly in our online community. Are you a self-advocate wanting to share your story and educate others? Or a family member hoping to support and empower your loved one? Or a professional seeking to improve your practice? Whatever your role related to autism is, our Global Autism Community is a place for you to connect and collaborate with people from all over the world.  Sign up today at community.globalautismproject.org. Let’s work together to transform how the world relates to autism. ----more---- Discover what’s possible when education is measured beyond grades.  Michael Gilberg is an autistic special education and disability rights attorney based in New York and Connecticut. Growing up with undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome, he offers his clients a level of insight and empathy that is unique to his personal experience.  In today’s conversation, we discuss: Michael’s lack of educational services as a child What he’s learned about friendship Misconceptions about autism Feeling stuck between autistic and neurotypical The challenge of defining what “normal” means The right to an appropriate education For more information about Michael Gilberg and his work, please visit michaelgilbergesq.com. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you’d like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our community on Mighty Networks: Global Autism Community Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey