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Naomi L. Jacobs @naomijacobs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Delighted to share @zoestrong.bsky.social 's dyslexic autoethnography on barriers to the Bible, from our special issue on religion & disability, Journal of Literary & Cultural Disability Studies (open access). Visual summaries coming soon! #DisabilityTheology abdn.elsevierpure.com/en/publicati...

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“How Can I, Unless Someone Guides Me?”: A Dyslexic Autoethnography Exploring Barriers Constructed by Bible Reading Expectations

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Centre for Autism and Theology @autismtheology.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📢 Call for Papers! We're excited to collaborate with the Practical Theology Hub to present a series of short articles exploring the intersections of neurodiversity, theology, and lived experience. Do you have something to share? Click through to find out more!

to present a series of short articles (approx. 1500–2000
words) exploring these intersections of neurodiversity, theology, and lived experience.

Possible themes:

Neurodivergent experience as a theological and methodological resource

Church belonging, exclusion, and hospitality

Liturgical access, ritual participation, and worship

Neurodivergent spiritual practice, prayer, and contemplative life

Pastoral care, supervision, and ministry formation

Hermeneutics shaped by autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, or other neurodivergent ways of knowing

Theological anthropology and theologies of personhood

Intersectional experiences of race, gender, disability, and neurodiversity

Embodied and sensory theologies

Ethics of care, communication, and community

Process

Develop a 200‑word abstract for your proposed submission. Creative or alternative formats, for example short video or audio submissions are also
welcomed.

Submit your abstract to the Planning Collective using the form in the QR code by 10th October 2026

Selected papers will be confirmed by 24th October 2026

Final papers due 5 December 2026

Peer review will be conducted via the Practical Theology Hub prior to publication

Please follow the Practical Theology Hub’s submission and formatting guidelines closely.

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Naomi L. Jacobs @naomijacobs.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Sharing @krysiawally.bsky.social 's great blog post on why "bums on seats" is not a sign of inclusion or justice in churches (with a cheeky link to my Hook Lecture where I'll be thinking about similar questions - I love when Krysia & I are working on overlapping things!) substack.com/profile/1180...

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Naomi Lawson Jacobs (@naomilawsonjacobs)

Great piece from Krysia Waldock about why “bums on seats” is never a sign of inclusion, or of justice. When your faith community talks about welcome, are you giving “thoughts and prayers” vibes, or ar...

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Naomi L. Jacobs @naomijacobs.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

On Tues 13th October I'm giving the annual Hook Lecture in Leeds, on disability, belonging and justice in churches and society. Please share with anyone who might be interested. Hope to see you there! #DisabilityTheology #DisabilityStudies www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-hook-l...

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The Hook Lecture 2026: Just Belonging

Disability, Justice and Churches by Dr Naomi Lawson Jacobs

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

My lovely colleagues Leanne McNeill and Dr Rebekah Sims at University of Strathclyde are still looking for autistic people to fill out their survey! ✨ You can scan the QR code or use the link here: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

Am I included? Understanding autistic adults' experiences in faith-based and humanist communities

If you are interested in taking part in the study, email leanne.mcneill@strath.ac.uk and/or rebekah.sims@strath.ac.uk

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Peter Cook: Brexorcist in Chief: Reboot Britain @brexitrage.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Chalk is cheap and long lasting

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This was such fun to write! And read too - it's always so refreshing to read thinking and scholarship that brings different apparatus into conversation effectively ✨

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Dr. Penelope K Hardy @pkhardy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

New on H-Sci-Med-Tech: Review from @krysiawally.bsky.social (Swansea Uni) of _A Liberation Theology of the Brain: Neuroscience, Theology, and Decolonizing Emotions_ by Carmelo Santos-Rolón, pub 2025 @fortresspress.bsky.social #hstm Review available @hnetreviews.bsky.social

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Centre for Autism and Theology @autismtheology.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

In this episode of CAT Chat, Zoe and Krysia reflect on the Autism, Neurodiversity, and Sacred Texts Series, discussing their highlights and key themes. Listen here: tr.ee/v1JmTAcjX6 Transcript here: share.transistor.fm/s/b10e0bfc/t...

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Centre for Autism and Theology @autismtheology.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Yesterday was the Autism and Theology Podcast's 3rd birthday! We'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has joined us on the podcast, and especially to Ian, Krysia, and Zoe - all of whom volunteer their time to host this valuable resource. 😍

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Dr Emma Swai @emmajoyswai.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Out now! Special issue of JLCDS, edited by @krysiawally.bsky.social, @naomijacobs.bsky.social and myself. liverpooluniversitypress.co.uk/toc/jlcds/20/3

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Introduction: Space for Interpretation, by Emma Swai, Krysia Emily Waldock and Naomi Lawson Jacobs

Disability and the Sacred, by Julia Watts Belser

How Can I, Unless Someone Guides Me? by Zoe Strong

Toward an Inclusive Theology, by Majd Subih

The Making of a Blind Bhakti Poet, by Aniket Ojha

Power in Whose Hands? by Hannah Lewis

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I've been very bad at bluesky since I dropped my phone in the street about a year ago... but I'm back now! And I did something super cool with cool folx like @emmajoyswai.bsky.social and @naomijacobs.bsky.social 🤗

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

💬Are you interested in Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning?🗨️ If so, you can attend the book launch of @krysiawally.bsky.social and I's co-edited collection.

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The Autism Books by Autistic Authors Project @autisticbooks.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Row 2: Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Classroom: Easy Ways to Achieve Access, Agency and Wellbeing for All by @drkaradymond.bsky.social Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners edited by @krysiawally.bsky.social and @keatesresearch.bsky.social cont...

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The Autism Books by Autistic Authors Project @autisticbooks.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Autism Non-Fiction books, written by Autistic authors (1 of 2). Published July 2025.

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- The Young Person’s Guide to Autistic Burnout by Viv Dawes. Illustrated by Josh Dawes
- Finding Joy in Studying: An Autistic and ADHD Guide to Uncovering the Study Skills that Work for You by Victoria Honeybourne
- Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Classroom: Easy Ways to Achieve Access, Agency and Wellbeing for All by Kara Dymond
- Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners edited by Krysia Emily Waldock and Nathan Keates
- Embracing Monotropism and Supporting Young People with Transitions at Home and School by Helen Edgar

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

And it's a wrap! 👏 🎉 @keatesresearch.bsky.social and I have submitted Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners this evening! 🌈 Thank you so much to the amazing authors we have worked with. [1]

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caryllj.bsky.social @caryllj.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Chapter accepted in Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning - being published this summer Edited by @keatesresearch.bsky.social and @krysiawally.bsky.social Info: linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

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Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP @bellribeiroaddy.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

These proposed concessions to the Welfare Bill don’t go far enough. ❌ No consultation with disabled people ❌ No government impact assessment ❌ No OBR analysis ❌ No publication of PIP or Mayfield Review The Reasoned Amendment was clear. Disabled people are being ignored.

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

We, @krysiawally.bsky.social and I, have now officially submitted one of the two co-edited collection books! #academicwriting #OneDone Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning: 9798369380444: Education Books | IGI Global Scientific Publishing share.google/b6lNMlSwHGIV...

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Katie Marah @katiemarah.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Delighted to announce I have written a chapter for Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning (published July 2025) edited by the fab @keatesresearch.bsky.social @krysiawally.bsky.social. So excited to get my hands on a copy soon!

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Fergus Murray @oolong.co.uk · 16/06/2025

Excited to say that I have a chapter in each of two books on neurodiversity & education coming out this autumn, edited by @krysiawally.bsky.social and @keatesresearch.bsky.social. 🎉 Details in following posts. 🧵

Book launch - save the date
6th October on site at University of Sunderland’s London Campus and online
Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.
One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.
Info: https://linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

Book launch - save the date
8th September on site at University of Sunderland’s London Campus and online
Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning
One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.
Info: https://linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

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Dr. Kara Dymond @drkaradymond.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Delighted that my chapter, '“Everyone else wants cotton candy and all you want is a grape": Transforming your teaching from awareness to allyship with autistic students,' will be published in the fall in this important volume edited by @krysiawally.bsky.social and @keatesresearch.bsky.social.

Save the date - Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners

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Book launch - save the date

6th October on site at University of Sunderland’s London Campus and online

Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.

Info: linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

Chapter accepted in Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners

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Chapter accepted for publication in Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

One of two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence throughout lifelong learning.

Info: linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

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UCU University of Kent branch @ucukent.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We lost art history, anthropology, health & social care, journalism, music & audio technology, and philosophy & religious studies. Religious Studies in Canterbury, home of Canterbury Cathedral, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and the mother church of Anglicanism world wide. Good luck, Cardiff!

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Centre for Autism and Theology @autismtheology.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

We’re looking forward to hearing from Dr Krysia Waldock on Thursday! Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rRkrjJxf1EmQdz7Dz8UrPzNFa7ljapNItVtbi6_NWAZUMlNRRklWUTJaR1NFT1ZTU1VNNTdWTFBBWC4u

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

I have a chapter in The Double Empathy Reader! "Whether performers across neurotypes engage in theatre as a hobby or profession, it can be valuable with the liminal experiences of respite from day-to-day existence through the imaginary fictional worlds." pavpub.com/health-and-s... #academicwriting

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The Double Empathy Reader - Pavilion Publishing

The Double Empathy Reader: Exploring Theory, Neurodivergent Lived Experience and Implications for Practice brings together a substantial collection of work from leading researchers, theorists and prac...

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Dr Rebecca Wragg Sykes @lemoustier.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Massive investment in deprived communities is what will stop the turn to populist scapegoating of minorities that Reform exploits, not scrambling to reverse equality protections which a contemptible few will always resent. Labour need to wake up www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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Blue Labour group urges ministers to ‘root out DEI’ to win over Reform voters

Faction influencing No 10 says government should legislate against DEI in hiring, sentencing and ‘wherever else’

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Katie Marah @katiemarah.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Congratulations @krysiawally.bsky.social @keatesresearch.bsky.social on all of your hard work. Really excited to read 'Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning' and 'Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners' (published July 2025)

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

🎇Come listen to me talk religion, theology and autistic folk! 12th June 4pm BST. Link to register below. Would love to see you there! 😇 Will try to find some more of the pink dye.... or will try another colour! Or you'll have to come and see what color I dye my hair that day! ✨

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

🔦 Coming soon 🔦 📢 @keatesresearch.bsky.social and I have been working with 35 groups of amazing authors over the last year and have *two* edited collections about inclusive practice across lifelong learning. 💡 Our publication date is the end of July 2025! /1/

Coming Soon
July 2025

Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning
Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners

Two edited collections of research and stories on neurodivergence and inclusive practice throughout lifelong learning.

For further information:
linktr.ee/NeurodivergentBook2025

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Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

2 - 12th June - online @autismtheology.bsky.social - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... #AutRes #ReligiousStudies #DisabilityStudies #Inclusion /next/

Webinar: 12th June 4-5.30pm
Krysia Waldock: 'Impossible Subjects'? Exploring autistic
people's inclusion and belonging in religious groups.

Dr. Krysia Waldock will share the findings from their doctoral research, where they explored autistic people's inclusion and belonging in churches and mosques through group conversations and collecting autistic people's stories. Krysia will share how we 'do
religion' shapes access, boundaries and barriers in religious groups. Krysia will finally share some thoughts and directions on creating spaces which value autistic people, and can enable us to flourish.

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Katy Montgomerie 🦗 @katymontgomerie.com · 14/05/2025

Just ten years ago the UK was top of the list - the best place in Europe for LGBT rights. We are now 22nd The only country to drop faster in one year than us is Hungary The government needs to act in a major way before this becomes their entire legacy

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Glen O'Hara @gsoh31.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Our second struggling university today is Nottingham, where the job cuts stretch as far ahead as the eye can see. Colleagues have just voted for strike action if compulsory redundancies aren't ruled out. Just another miserable day in British Higher Education. www.nottinghampost.com/news/notting...

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University urged to rule out forced redundancies or face consequences

Staff could strike if bosses force workers to leave their roles

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Thriving Autistic @thrivingautistic.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Our global list of advocacy orgs for Autistic & trans communities is growing, but we know there are still gaps, especially across Asia & Africa. 🌍 Know a neurodivergent-led, affirming nonprofit? 💌 Email us: hello@thrivingautistic.org 🔗 www.thrivingautistic.org/advocacy-orgs/

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Advocacy Orgs

Discover Autistic-led advocacy groups worldwide, promoting affirming, inclusive support and systemic change for neurodivergent communities.

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Jess O'Thomson @jessothomson.co.uk · 09/05/2025

Trans and being told by your employer you can no longer use the toilets at work (especially if not out to all your colleagues)? A cis woman who has been challenged when using the toilet? Otherwise affected by the SC judgment? Please share & fill out this form: goodlawproject.org/about/trans-...

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The Supreme Court ripped up the Equality Act – what has it done to you? | Good Law Project

Use the form to securely share your experience with us.

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Joanne Freeman @jbf1755.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

The Library of Congress is a research library. The Congressional Research Service researches for Congress. Scholars & researchers apply for passes to research. NO children’s section. Even the general public has very limited access.

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Dr Aimee Grant @draimeegrant.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

My #INSAR2025 talk - expertly tweeted by @thinkingautism.com & @aimeespeaks.bsky.social - is now available to watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n4c... Focus: How I share power with lay Autistic people - including those with learning disabilities and who are non-speaking - and what they think of it /1

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Aimee Grant INSAR high support needs presentation - April 2025

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Centre for Research in Autism and Education @craeioe.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Do join us for our next # CRAEwebinar this Thursday at 4 to explore the inclusion and belonging of autistic people in religious groups. The 'Impossible Subjects'?, with Krysia Waldock www.eventbrite.co.uk...

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The ‘Impossible Subjects’?

Exploring the inclusion and belonging of autistic people in religious groups with Krysia Waldock

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

I'm recovering from a breakdown at the moment and trying to get back on my feet with my workshops & Etsy. If you could maybe RT my new creative & mental health workshop (previous few posts today,Friday 25th) it would help so much to show it to a few more eyes. I'd really appreciate it, thankyou 🌿

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Fiona Robertson @fionaswriting.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

To be clear: the EHRC are also undermining other key areas, including rejecting the notion of systemic racism, having a board member who thinks 'misogynist' and 'homophobe' are 'propaganda terms' and refusing to investigate the link between disabled people's deaths and the DWP. 3/

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Centre for Autism and Theology @autismtheology.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

We are delighted to share that our next webinar will take place on the 12th June, 4pm-5:30pm (BST).

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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Today, I want to talk about "Those rude autistic researchers who dare to question how research is done". Typical comments paraphrased as: "I dread looking on social media, in case one of the autistic research crowd has critiqued our work in public". It's a strange thing, isn't it/

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Quakers in Britain @quaker.org.uk · 11/04/2025

We have been uplifted by the incredible reaction to the police raid on Westminster Meeting House. Many Friends have asked us what actions they could now take to push back against the erosion of protest rights in the UK. Here are 7 ideas 👇 www.quaker.org.uk/blog/7-actio...

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7 actions to take now to defend our right to protest

After the meeting for worship outside New Scotland Yard, Joe Cox suggests 7 things people can do next.

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Naomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

The DWP consultation fails to ask people to respond to: Changes to PIP scoring Abolishing the WCA Freezing the UC health element Having a single assessment for both PIP and the UC health element So you MUST write to your MP about it instead. www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/dwp-lau...

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DWP launches entirely bogus Green Paper consultation

Get the benefits you're entitled to: help with personal independence payment (PIP), universal credit (UC), employment and support allowance (ESA),disability living allowance (DLA). Claims, assessments...

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