Amanda Seales shocked the world when she revealed that she recently received an autism diagnosis. Amongst the Black community Autism Spectrum Disorder is rarely talked about, unless you count derogatory descriptions of neurodivergence. Such as your dad whispering in your ear that a distant cousin is “slow.” Despite the stigma within the community, research tells us 3% Of Black, Asian, and Hispanic children are diagnosed with autism.  This is the biggest the autism rates in these communities have ever gotten, but we know that’s not the full story… Asiah (@issaraeof_ny), & Amber (@Not_therealamberworsley ) sat down with  Jennifer Saint-Fort, an established ethical fashion designer based in Colorado, to unpack how hard it is to even get an autism diagnosis, simply due to your race, gender, and background.  Through her brand you learn that young, autistic, black, and gifted, also looks sexy, confident, and aspirational. 

You can follow Jennifer Saint-Fort on social media at IG: @saintjennn Tiktok: @saintjenni Youtube: @saintjenni 

Edited and Produced by Nile Ferrel (@nile.eth)

Created by Amber Worsley