'Agricultural specialisterne': rural employment revolution for those with Autism

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In a previous post I mentioned the annual United States national ‘All Kids Can Create’ program, which encourages young artists with disabilities to continue achieving. One child on the Autism Spectrum who has won the Missouri contest, is Victoria Wright. As her prize, Victoria and her family travelled to Washington, D.C.'s Union Station, courtesy of CVS Caremark…

“We’re very proud of her talents,” Chesterfield Mayor John Nations said. “I have a painting (of a garden) she gave me last fall in my office here. When you have talent you’re willing to share, it enriches the lives of a whole community.”

…“When I paint, a lot of ideas come out,” she said.

Victoria was diagnosed at 22 months with PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified), an autism spectrum disorder.

…Victoria’s now working on a new project, a large painting of a beach scene for her mother’s office. “All this positive attention for her art and her school have changed Victoria’s life dramatically, improving her self esteem and confidence,” Michelle Wright said.

Jamie Wright agreed.

“I couldn’t be more proud, but, then, I’m her dad - everything she creates is beautiful to me,” he said.

Here is a link to a video on the talented Victoria: Autistic Teen Exhibits Art In Washington D.C. - YouTube

(source: Teen with autism showcases artistic talent : Sj)