Lauren Melissa Ellzey (she/her), @Autienelle, is an autistic activist, educator, and author. Through writing and presenting, she engages across lines of difference, highlighting the inequitable systems that oppress queer, BIPOC, and disabled folks. As an Instructional Support Specialist, she provides consultation and workshops on autistic K-12 inclusion. Her young adult novel, Boy at the Window, emphasizes the importance of belonging for queer, neurodivergent youth of color. In all, she hopes to co-create a society founded upon authentic inclusion."
