About the Visual Essay

This illustrated story centers the experience of a non-verbal communicator navigating support environments. Through six illustrated panels, we see moments of dismissal, frustration, and—finally—understanding and support.

Download the Tools

• 📘 Easy Read + AAC Companion PDF
• 🖼️ Visual Essay (PNG)
• 💬 Assertive Communication Board
• 📓 Full Print-Ready Zine

Why This Matters

Non-verbal people are communicating—every day. But systems often miss their voices. This resource asks professionals and carers to pause, observe, and respond with consent, not control.

Let’s Commit to:

• ✔ Slowing down
• ✔ Offering multiple ways to communicate
• ✔ Believing behavior is communication

All people communicate. All people deserve to be heard.