Josefina Troncoso

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Josefina is an Autistic writer, researcher, and inclusion advocate. She works at the National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi), a UK non-profit dedicated to equity in health, education, and social care. Josefina brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work, with a focus on neurodivergent communities and inclusive design.

She holds a Master’s in Medical History and Humanities from the University of York, an MSt in Medieval Studies from Oxford, and a BA from Durham University. Josefina has co-created resources with Ambitious about Autism, contributed to research with Autistica, and advised organizations like the Royal College of Psychiatrists on accessibility and mental health. Her writing explores Autistic identity, disability justice, and the cultural narratives that shape our understanding of neurodivergence.

Written by Josefina

pink circle on an orange and creme bakground

March 21, 2023

Reverse SAD: What it’s like when dealing with seasonal anxiety

I dread painfully warm summers and anticipate cool, cosy winters

May 29, 2021

Happy Birthday? Why birthdays might not be a cause of celebration for Autistic people

Birthdays can be overwhelming and exhausting (even if you’re in sensory control)

April 3, 2021

Autistic burnout and self-compassion during Autism Awareness Month

Autism awareness often overlooks Autistic adults and the realities of burnout. This reflection centers exhaustion, grief, and healing.

March 4, 2021

Eating disorder recovery, Autism and sensory sensitivity

The public resources for supporting my eating disorder recovery did not take into account my experiences and needs as an autistic and sensory sensitive person. This needs to change.

November 23, 2020

Dyspraxia: It’s more than not being able to ride a bike

Like autism and ADHD, dyspraxia is a condition of neurological development that affects our coordination in several areas.

October 7, 2020

What it felt like to be unknowingly Autistic at university

I didn’t know I was Autistic when I started university, but looking back, everything makes sense. This is what I wish I had known and what helped me cope.