Bayonne Free Public Library Director JP Porcaro has announced a “World Autism Month Breakthrough Summit with Dr. Kerry Magro,” on Friday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Participants who attend all three modules will receive a certificate of participation, and all modules can be accessed at https://www.bayonnelibrary.org/summit2022. This is a follow-up to last year’s event, and all new topics will be addressed this year. The summit is hosted by Magro, a best-selling author, public speaker, and autism self-advocate. The program will include several panel discussions via Zoom as well as presentations for educators, therapists, and parents.

“As we celebrate April’s World Autism Month, I applaud the Bayonne Public Library for offering this event for our community,” Magro said. “As someone who used to be nonverbal and today has his doctorate and is a professional speaker, I’m excited about the opportunity to educate to help break down barriers.” Topics will include identifying misconceptions of autism; stereotyping; self-advocacy; advocacy for society and identifying resources. The summit will start with a welcome session, and then be separated into three modules with breaks between. Closing remarks start at 3:30 p.m. followed by a question-and-answer session.

To register, go to https://www.bayonnelibrary.org/summit2022.