Kelly Coons

Kelly Coons is an autism advocate who studied English at Smith College. Before Kelly was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of thirteen, she had a coming-of-age story that was mostly deemed as neurotypical. However, she always felt isolated and, until her diagnosis, believed that she was to blame. After her diagnosis, Kelly became passionate about disability advocacy and promoting Autistic pride. She believes that people are disabled less by their bodies and brains and more by society. Learn more about Kelly on her website: https://kellycoons.weebly.com/