So, if you have a child on the spectrum, have a family member or friend on the spectrum, have autism yourself, or support someone you know, and feel tired of people judging your child/friend/yourself, you probably want to be able to make a difference! Our T-shirts are designed to make others realise your journey – they have a message, they will be recognised, and they help make a difference! You will not have to explain, nor justify, but simply observe people’s reactions. To this day I have never had a negative reaction. And for every T-shirt sold, $1 will be donated to Autism NZ or Children’s Autism Foundation to help support those in need. As parents, we are dedicated to advancing awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related conditions, increasing understanding and acceptance of ASD, and working to support individuals with autism – and their families – across the spectrum and lifespan through advocacy and support. It takes a village to raise a child but a whole community to raise a child with special needs!
Gaylene Chambers Gaylene lives in Auckland with her husband and two children. She is happy to share her family’s journey raising a child on the spectrum. They have started a family T-shirt business, Chambers & Co, which aims to raise awareness of ASD, as well as foster inclusion and acceptance in the community.
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