The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is proud to launch our Teighlor McGee Grassroots Mini Grants Program. This program was named after
Teighlor McGee (she/they) was an incredible advocate who fought for a better world. She founded and ran the Black Disability Collective, a group which advocates for and champions the lives of Black disabled people. During the 2020 protests against police brutality, Teighlor coordinated information and resources and conveyed that information to people on the ground. She wrote essays and articles, advocated for change at her college campus, and worked in multiple advocacy positions, including at ASAN. Teighlor’s dedication and their fierce love for their communities was apparent to anyone who knew them. During their time at ASAN, Teighlor was a crucial part of creating and planning for mini-grants and we have named the program in their honor. Teighlor passed away in 2022.Â
Mini Grants for project proposals for autistic people of colour, non-speaking autistic people, autistic people who are LGBTQ+, autistic people with intellectual disabilities -- more info on the website!
