“Young people say they wish they had the experience before so they could understand better,” says Lucy Nadeau, head of the secondary school.
An initiative that makes a difference, as this institution includes about ten young people with autism. Someone even tried this technology.
“For him, it was so easy! It wasn't even a game, it was his daily life,” says his teacher, Corinne Bliss.
The speakers are upset
It is also a tool that is highly appreciated by teachers and school service center workers. They can then support young people with autism better because they understand their reality better.
“We don't think about the light, we don't think about the closets, we don't think about the noise. We can understand much better how they see life from their side,” says Ms. Blaise, who has had the experience herself.
“People are upset. What really affects them is the fatigue they will feel. They will experience it for 20 minutes and say to me: ‘I'm tired!' “I can't believe my students' day is like this.” The bombing and everything going on in his brain at the same time. Marie-Claude Coté
The goal is to immerse more and more staff and students in this unknown universe.
“I can tell you that right now my students are more empathetic. They will come forward more. They understand. I recommend it to all schools, if it's ever possible,” Corinne Bliss says.
An immersive experience that allows you to understand the difference, without ever pointing it out.
“It is important to understand them, and never judge people,” concludes young Charlie.
