I honestly cannot believe I am typing this but we actually did it and the producers agreed to host an autism-friendly day on the show! My head is spinning a bit because this feels like such a huge shift for so many of us who just want to be included …
March 28, 2012
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My name is Carly Fleischmann and for as long as I can remember I’ve been diagnosed with Autism. I am not able to talk out of my mouth, however I have found another way to communicate. I do this by spelling on my computer and using an app on my iPad to be heard. The Autism spectrum is big and many people on the spectrum have many different problems but we all share one common problem of not always fitting in, in society. Today, if you ask a friend if they know someone with autism they will say yes, my best friend’s daughter, my neighbour’s son, my cousin or my brother or sister has Autism. The numbers are scary and awareness is starting to happen. Just this year a shopping mall used the first Autism-friendly shopping mall Santa. The Musical play the Lion King in NY put on the first Autism-sensitive play. The audience were all on the Autism spectrum and they all ended up loving the play. For many people with Autism, going to a movie, mall or even an event like a talk show is hard but not impossible. Thanks to “out of the box” thinkers like the promoters of the Lion King, people on the Autism spectrum experienced an amazing show, however, they also got to do what lots of people take for granted. They all were able to go out for the day and enjoy themselves in a big setting like atheater. This got me thinking. A lot of people with autism watch T.V and enjoy it. Why does a play have to be the only show that can be Autism-sensitive? So my goal is to get all of you to sign my petition to get The Ellen Degeneres show, The Doctors, Live! with Kelly & Michael, The View and Dr. Phil to put on the first ever all Autism spectrum-friendly show for Autism awareness month April 2013. My hope is that you will sign this and we can raise over 10,000 signatures showing support to this cause. Then hopefully, all four of these shows will see how important this is and will do a show with an audience filled with people on the Autism spectrum. A wise man once told me that when everyone is included in things we all learn but when we don’t include people, we all lose. It’s time for people with Autism to get the same opportunities in life that everyone else gets. It’s time for us all to learn and be educated. The times have changed and Autism is all around. It’s time for these shows to stand up and show their support and embrace Autism and differences and this April set a precedent that the world will never forget. It’s time for understanding. It’s time for everyone to learn. It’s time for differences to be accepted and it’s time for you to sign this petition. From your Autsim believer, dreamer and advocate, Carly Fleischmann
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Reached 5,000 supporters
February 15, 2012
February 9, 2012
I honestly cannot stop smiling because the momentum here is just blooming like crazy and it is so wild to think that so many people actually want to see this happen. My brain is going a million miles an hour thinking about all the ways we can make a talk show work for everyone and I am just so grateful that you all are jumping on board with this idea.
Reached 1,000 supporters
January 27, 2012
Reached 100 supporters
January 26, 2012
January 25, 2012
I am looking at the numbers and feeling like we might just hit that big goal if we all push a little harder right now. My iPad is buzzing constantly and it makes me think about how much noise we can actually make if we keep the momentum going before the show producers even know what hit them.
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Carly, If this has not yet happened do not give up! Keep sharing . Nothing in life worth fighting for comes easy! ...And please let the world know what you are up to! PS.: I am teaching a second grader to type so he can express himself! I love working with students who have disabilities, we accomplish big goals together!
Carly you are a beautiful young lady that is wise beyond your years! You are an inspiration to my family and my 4 year old daughter Jane, who is also non-verbal and autistic. Thank you for all that you do, bringing awareness especially for all the GIRLS on the spectrum! We love you!
My son is 6-years old, non-verbal, not potty trained and doesn't eat table food. I understand the struggle and I hope and pray for all this kids and adults with autism. Its hard for the care takers but even more difficult for the people who are autistic. May God bless them all.
I think it would be great -- educational for everyone, and supportive for the increasing population of people living with autism. I imagine it would be a quieter show than usual, not so much hyper stimulation, which is something I think EVERYONE can benefit from.
I love the way you think! Earlier this week, I shared your 20/20 interview with my church small group. You are helping people think outside of the box. We are trying to do the same!
More than happy to sign this petition.
I support you and everything that you do thanks for everything.
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I honestly cannot believe I am typing this but we actually did it and the producers agreed to host an autism-friendly day on the show! My head is spinning a bit because this feels like such a huge shift for so many of us who just want to be included …
March 28, 2012
Final supporters
My name is Carly Fleischmann and for as long as I can remember I’ve been diagnosed with Autism. I am not able to talk out of my mouth, however I have found another way to communicate. I do this by spelling on my computer and using an app on my iPad to be heard. The Autism spectrum is big and many people on the spectrum have many different problems but we all share one common problem of not always fitting in, in society. Today, if you ask a friend if they know someone with autism they will say yes, my best friend’s daughter, my neighbour’s son, my cousin or my brother or sister has Autism. The numbers are scary and awareness is starting to happen. Just this year a shopping mall used the first Autism-friendly shopping mall Santa. The Musical play the Lion King in NY put on the first Autism-sensitive play. The audience were all on the Autism spectrum and they all ended up loving the play. For many people with Autism, going to a movie, mall or even an event like a talk show is hard but not impossible. Thanks to “out of the box” thinkers like the promoters of the Lion King, people on the Autism spectrum experienced an amazing show, however, they also got to do what lots of people take for granted. They all were able to go out for the day and enjoy themselves in a big setting like atheater. This got me thinking. A lot of people with autism watch T.V and enjoy it. Why does a play have to be the only show that can be Autism-sensitive? So my goal is to get all of you to sign my petition to get The Ellen Degeneres show, The Doctors, Live! with Kelly & Michael, The View and Dr. Phil to put on the first ever all Autism spectrum-friendly show for Autism awareness month April 2013. My hope is that you will sign this and we can raise over 10,000 signatures showing support to this cause. Then hopefully, all four of these shows will see how important this is and will do a show with an audience filled with people on the Autism spectrum. A wise man once told me that when everyone is included in things we all learn but when we don’t include people, we all lose. It’s time for people with Autism to get the same opportunities in life that everyone else gets. It’s time for us all to learn and be educated. The times have changed and Autism is all around. It’s time for these shows to stand up and show their support and embrace Autism and differences and this April set a precedent that the world will never forget. It’s time for understanding. It’s time for everyone to learn. It’s time for differences to be accepted and it’s time for you to sign this petition. From your Autsim believer, dreamer and advocate, Carly Fleischmann
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
February 15, 2012
February 9, 2012
I honestly cannot stop smiling because the momentum here is just blooming like crazy and it is so wild to think that so many people actually want to see this happen. My brain is going a million miles an hour thinking about all the ways we can make a talk show work for everyone and I am just so grateful that you all are jumping on board with this idea.
Reached 1,000 supporters
January 27, 2012
Reached 100 supporters
January 26, 2012
January 25, 2012
I am looking at the numbers and feeling like we might just hit that big goal if we all push a little harder right now. My iPad is buzzing constantly and it makes me think about how much noise we can actually make if we keep the momentum going before the show producers even know what hit them.
86 Comments
Carly's story is so encouraging, I work with children who have autism, among some other developmental disabilities, and I think they all deserve a chance to live life like we do, and I think Carly is a living example that they can, even if we think they can't!
Carly, If this has not yet happened do not give up! Keep sharing . Nothing in life worth fighting for comes easy! ...And please let the world know what you are up to! PS.: I am teaching a second grader to type so he can express himself! I love working with students who have disabilities, we accomplish big goals together!
Carly you are a beautiful young lady that is wise beyond your years! You are an inspiration to my family and my 4 year old daughter Jane, who is also non-verbal and autistic. Thank you for all that you do, bringing awareness especially for all the GIRLS on the spectrum! We love you!
My son is 6-years old, non-verbal, not potty trained and doesn't eat table food. I understand the struggle and I hope and pray for all this kids and adults with autism. Its hard for the care takers but even more difficult for the people who are autistic. May God bless them all.
I think it would be great -- educational for everyone, and supportive for the increasing population of people living with autism. I imagine it would be a quieter show than usual, not so much hyper stimulation, which is something I think EVERYONE can benefit from.
I love the way you think! Earlier this week, I shared your 20/20 interview with my church small group. You are helping people think outside of the box. We are trying to do the same!
More than happy to sign this petition.
I support you and everything that you do thanks for everything.
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Carly's story is so encouraging, I work with children who have autism, among some other developmental disabilities, and I think they all deserve a chance to live life like we do, and I think Carly is a living example that they can, even if we think they can't!