Beautiful Humans: The Social ChangeCast – Details, episodes & analysis

During this episode of Tipsy Unicorns, Abby is joined by Akilah S. Richards, host of the Fare of the Free Child podcast, author of Raising Free People, and founding member of the Alliance for Self-Directed Education. Listen in as Abby and Akilah talk about toxic and oppressive behavior, trust-based practices, unschooling and self-directed education, and the importance of adopting a love-centered approach to raising children that focuses on consent, respect, and autonomy. She encourages us all to examine our identities at the intersection of Privilege, Power, and Parenting with "madd questions askin'". You can find Akilah online at https://raisingfreepeople.com/ and support her work by becoming a Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/akilah --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

On this episode, we are joined by Julie Melendez. Julie provides some practical tips for discussing systemic racism with Autistic children.

Julie Melendez is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst based out of Los Angeles. She is currently a Clinical Supervisor at Blue Sprig Pediatrics. She started her career in behavior analysis in 2017 as a Registered Behavior Technician. In 2020, Julie graduated from the University of Southern California with a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. Her interests include behavioral systems analysis, supervision practices, and examining the role of behavior analysis in advocating on behalf of marginalized groups.

To read Julie's paper please visit: https://psyarxiv.com/jkh4b

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In this episode, we are joined by both Jo Ramirez-Messina and Jeff Newman, two leaders of the reform ABA movement. If you are a behavior analyst wondering how to build your ableism lens, this is where it should start. Jeff pushes each of us to think about “what is good ABA” and Jo discusses ABA in the context of trauma. To read about some of the topics presented in the show please see: https://www.facebook.com/Behaviorbabe/posts/abalit-effects-of-a-perseverative-interest-based-tokeneconomy-on-challenging-and/2111988708829463/ https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2F31281959%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2zRmMDjXVQLjQvcWCOFzGkcWqyBeb3hEO7dILRvP3p4zXJslE_3lupv40&h=AT1sklrpjOMxC_cyr2tm1CvQNiRimgo46QmxIn6Ducmc6CaAC8OvgE50Bn5nmF3LrXGmFLjcymIUArRz9-BzG4cn86lL7e5GTzOF9ziq-awinrUZfowfnRWgwZSG3GU5fS8 https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdigitalcommons.usu.edu%2Fetd%2F7898%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2zRmMDjXVQLjQvcWCOFzGkcWqyBeb3hEO7dILRvP3p4zXJslE_3lupv40&h=AT1sklrpjOMxC_cyr2tm1CvQNiRimgo46QmxIn6Ducmc6CaAC8OvgE50Bn5nmF3LrXGmFLjcymIUArRz9-BzG4cn86lL7e5GTzOF9ziq-awinrUZfowfnRWgwZSG3GU5fS8 To learn more about this movement please visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABAReform As always, we hope that you enjoy the conversation, as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

In this eppy, the Beautiful Humans sat down with the hosts of the Shades of ABA podcast. We chatted about building momentum to establish behaviors that lead to long term social change. We detailed how to foster collaboration with marginalized groups as well as how to not perpetuate power imbalances while attempting to “help.” If you “woke up” during this movement, this show is for you! Adrienne Bradley graduated from Central Michigan University, in 2014 with a Bachelors in Exercise Science, and a minor in Psychology. After college she began working within the public school systems, where she found there was a need for services with students who were diagnosed with Autism. This is where her love for Applied Behavior Analysis began. In December 2016, Adrienne began her masters at Wayne State University. She graduated in December 2018 with a masters in Education Psychology, and a concentration in Applied Behavioral Analysis, then became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in August of 2018. She currently is the Clinical Director for Behavior Frontiers, Detroit location. She has experience working with children and adolescents within the home, school, and clinic settings. Adrienne has experience in working with toileting, problem behaviors, socialization, and a variety of other areas with working with children and teens on the spectrum. Adrienne is also currently teaching in the BCaBA program at Wayne State University. Adrienne's focus has been to provide education, experiences, and disseminate ABA to underserved communities and co-hosting a podcast called "Shades of ABA". Tyanna graduated from Oakland University in 2013 with a degree in Psychology. During her undergraduate career she, like many, stumbled across applied behavior analysis (ABA), and fell in love with the impact that was being made with the clients she provided direct therapy to. Working with children was always a passion of hers, regardless of their ability but seeing how the science of ABA opened doors for those many didn’t believe in opened a whole new world for her. In mid-2017, Tyanna graduated from Wayne State University where she obtained her Masters of Education in Educational Psychology while also completing the necessary curriculum to be eligible for BACB certification. In February of 2018, Tyanna became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Over the last 7.5 years of being in the field -Tyanna has had the opportunity to work in the home, school, clinic and many community settings. Tyanna has substantial experience  in providing supervision for those obtaining hours toward certification, parent training and dissemination of ABA. Additionally she is the Vice President of Black Applied Behavior Analysts Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing resources and support to black individuals in the field. As always, we hope that you enjoy the conversation, as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

On this episode we are joined by co-author of Multiculturalism and Diversity in Applied Behavior Analysis, Shawn Capell. He gives us a peek inside if his book and his thoughts on the emergence of multiculturalism in the field of ABA. This is a CE elgible episode. Check the deets below: The process of becoming a behavior analyst includes several instances in which an individual is required to demonstrate specific competencies. Competence has become a hot-button topic within the field of ABA given recent world events; however, as a field we continue to ignore the area of cultural competency. As the science of ABA continues to reach the 4 corners of the earth, cultural competence and diversity training has now become a mandate for our science to continue and thrive. Culture impacts every aspect of service delivery and it is impossible to understate the importance of culturally competent behavior analysts. How can we (the science of ABA) address the lack of culturally competent behavior analytic professionals while providing services to individuals with ASD from an increasingly diverse cultural background? Presentation Objectives: Participants within this presentation will identify and operationally define cultural competence. Participants within this presentation will evaluate how culturally competence services delivery can affect both individuals, families, communities and the field of ABA at large. Participants within this presentation will conduct a self-assessment to identify both professional and personal competence in respect to cultural and diversity. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

Special guests and some of our favorite Beautiful Humans, Barb Gross(she/her) and Worner Leland(they/them), join the show to talk about sex and sexuality. Don't ever say Barb and Worner never gave you anything. Here are plenty of resources you can use regarding this topic: https://sbrpsig.org/ https://www.sexedcontinuinged.com/ https://www.aasect.org/certification/aasect-requirements-sexuality-educator-certification https://rockthrower.blogs.com/rockthrower/files/20041201102153-50247.pdf https://www.the74million.org/article/just-24-states-mandate-sex-education-for-k-12-students-and-only-9-require-any-discussion-of-consent-see-how-your-state-stacks-up/ https://siecus.org/sex-ed-is-a-vehicle-for-social-change/ https://www.ncsl.org/research/health/state-policies-on-sex-education-in-schools.aspx https://kids-ask.org/ https://www.blackandpink.org/ https://blackrj.org/ https://siecus.org/resources/the-guidelines/ https://siecus.org/resources/national-sexuality-education-standards/ https://en.unesco.org/themes/education-health-and-well-being/cse-campaign https://www.bphc.org/whatwedo/violence-prevention/start-strong/Pages/Porn-Literacy.aspx https://www.npr.org/2018/01/08/570224090/the-sexual-assault-epidemic-no-one-talks-about https://www.aane.org/sexual-orientation-gender-identity-aspergerautism/ https://www.apa.org/practice/guidelines/transgender.pdf https://www.apa.org/pi/lgbt/resources/guidelines https://www.researchgate.net/publication/305624969_Ethics_in_sexual_behavior_assessment_and_support_for_people_with_intellectual_disability https://www.aasect.org/continuing-education --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

Happy Pride Month! In this episode we uplift the stories from the LGBTQIA+ community in all unique forms they take.  You will hear the themes of self-discovery, pain, isolation, joy and the relentless pursuit of unapologetic self-love. We are grateful for all the courageous humans who were willing to share their stories with the world.  About our guests: Beautiful Human Number 1:  Akanksha Chhettri (she/her) Akanksha's Bio: I was born and brought up in India. I have lived in Ghana for the past 2 years. Potterhead (Gryffindor!),  brown unicorn, proud feminist, autism advocate and social justice warrior. You can find Akanksha at:  akankshachhettri4@gmail.com Instagram @orangedot7 Beautiful Human Number 2: Barb Gross (she/her/hers) Barbara Gross (she/her/hers) is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator. She specializes in staff and caregiver training and development of sexual behavior intervention plans for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism spectrum disorder. She also works to coordinate with educators and other helping professionals to promote equity in access to comprehensive sexuality education for people with disabilities. Other areas of practice and research interests include pornography literacy, abuse prevention for children and adults with disabilities, and dissemination of behavior analysis and the potential it offers to promote healthy sexuality for people of all abilities. You can find Barb at: barb.gross@empoweredcenter.com Beautiful Human Number 3: Brea Baker (she/her/hers) Brea Baker is a queer Black millennial woman working at the intersections of race, gender identity, public safety, and community. Currently working as Director of Programs at Inspire Justice, Brea understands that we need a multi-pronged approach to the complex problems facing society. Working across fields and industries from activism to the entertainment industry to electoral work and politics, she believes in the need for progressive policy along with a culture that reflects and affirms everyone’s right to thrive. You can find Brea at: Instagram @FreckledWhileBlack Beautiful Human Number 4:  Devin Ariel (Mahogany) Proud, melanated woman of the trans experience with a passion for attaining knowledge of different cultures and spreading consciousness within her respective communities. You can find Mahogany at: Instagram- @Mahogany_Gyal and YouTube: Mahogany Gyal Beautiful Human Number 5: Elliot White queer trans*person committed to anti-racism, life-long learning, and behavior analysis You can find Elliot: Contact info upon request - happy for either of you to share email if anyone wants to chat/collaborate Beautiful Human Number 6: Arin Donovan(They, Their, Theirs) Arin Donovan is a BCBA, adjunct faculty member at Capella University and co-owner of BH3, Inc, an organization that provides training, webinars and talks on gender diversity and inclusive practices, BACB supervision with a values-centered approach, and organizational consultation services to cultivate inclusive and affirming environments. Arin is also the co-creator of Beautiful Humans Change! You can find Arin: Right here! As always, we hope that you enjoy the conversation, as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

This conversation is a special episode. Given the current events that occurred with George Floyd, Breonna Taylor,  Tony McDade, Ahmaud Abery and the countless Black and Brown folks who have been murdered by state sanctioned violence. We discuss the events from a personal perspective as well as a leadership perspective. This show is for EVERYONE, behavior analyst and non-behavior analyst.  We review the difference between trauma, racial trauma, and collective trauma. We also give ideas for organizations to show up for their employees.   This is a CE eligible event for those who are subscribers of our Patreon.  Visit to become a subscriber www.patreon.com/beautifulhumans   Learning Objectives:  Identify the difference between trauma, racial trauma, and collective trauma Identify racial and collective trauma responses Brainstorm how to address issues in the workplace that affirm the experiences of Black people Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

In this conversation we turn a lens towards white allyship, accompliceship, and beyond. In between the behavior analytic gems, you will hear a raw and unfiltered perspective of white supremacy, racism, and the system of opression that is upheld in the United States. In this show we uplift issues we don't generally discuss in behavior analysis. We’ll review vocabulary and talk about what we can do to be more effective change agents. You’ll leave this eppy with a greater understanding of allyship, learn how to disrupt the system, and hear about differing  experiences racial minorities face in the United States. Learning Objectives: 1- Participants will build a foundational vocabulary and basic familiarity with topics related to identity, inclusion, and equity. 2- Participants will recieve an overview of the DISRUPT model of effective allyship. 3- Learn actionable steps to further engage as an ally or accomplice. We will let Victoria tell you about herself: I am a native New Yorker on a mission to encourage a more inclusive World, I am a disrupter, a truth teller, and a justice seeker. I work to shine light onto truths that can be hard to recognize. For the early part of my career I found myself wondering how to be a good ally for racial justice. That’s why I’ve focused my research on understanding, from the perspectives of folks of color, what White people can do to disrupt and dismantle systemic racism. As always, we hope that you enjoy the conversation, as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support

This week we caught up with Yulema Cruz to discuss one of America’s favorite holidays to culturally appropriate, Cinco de Mayo. We learned about cultural appropriation, appreciation, assimilation, and more. AND Arin went on their first rant! Holy smokes Batman, check it out. Yulema is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and the current President of the Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA). She is also an adjunct instructor for Florida International University, and Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE), as well as a consultant. In this role, she provides school consultations and parent training. Also, Yulema works in the development of supervision systems and the dissemination of ABA to other countries and languages, as an active participant of the FABA Multicultural Special Interest Group. As current President for FABA, she co-chairs the Legislative and Public Policy Committee and is a member of the program committee As always, we hope that you enjoy the conversation, as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please follow us on FB @BeautifulHumansCast or IG @BeautifulHumansChange --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/support