Donnie TC Denome (they/them)

Donnie TC Denome (they/them) is a nonspeaking autistic self-advocate, public presenter, health educator, graphic designer, and award-winning journalist. They hold a master’s of public health degree from Claremont Graduate University with a focus in health education for people with intellectual, communication, and developmental disabilities. Donnie works as the Autistic Self Advocacy Network’s Publications Associate, where they create and curate many of ASAN’s Easy Read and plain language materials. Their work focuses on promoting autonomy, dignity, and access to equitable healthcare for disabled people. Donnie has previously presented at conferences such as Closing the Gap, AAC in the Cloud, and Gender Spectrum’s annual professional symposium; their presentations often focused on supporting nonspeaking people of all ages and their families in accessing equitable health care.