Why this 10-year-old wants people to know 'it's OK to have autism'
Hear Hugh Garber talk about why he wanted to write for a new magazine, Autistics Aloud
The youngest contributor to a new magazine about autism is using the platform to share what his life is like, and to urge people to be kind.
Ten-year-old Hugh Garber is one of the writers featured in Autistics Aloud, a publication from Autism Nova Scotia that shares stories, poems and artwork from 15 Canadians of all ages who have autism.
He says he wanted to be part of the project, "so people know how special I am, and to treat me nicely."
Patricia George-Zwicker began working on the magazine when she realized there were few resources for people with autism, especially for adults.
She's working on publishing nine more editions that will cover topics from mental health to housing and employment.
Zwicker's work was recognized yesterday at Province House by NDP MLA Claudia Chender.
Hear Garber and George-Zwicker talk about what they want other people to know about autism.
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With files from Jean Laroche and CBC's Information Morning