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Minding Autistic Minds 2025 – a vital conference on Autistic mental health 2 days of neuro-affirming talks and interactive workshops Day 1: Supporting Autistic adults Day 2: Supporting Autistic children & teens Where? Osprey Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare + online (online tickets only include presentations, not workshops). When? Fri 25th & Sat 26th April, 9:00am-5:30pm Irish Summer Time ***Please take care to enter your name correctly when booking as this is the name that will appear on your certificate of attendance. *** If booking for someone else please use THEIR name and email address not your own. Any changes later will incur an admin fee of €15. -
This course is ideal for parents, teachers and professionals working with children and teens who experience PDA. €25 includes lifetime access to 2 hour video content, pdf of slides and 13-pg pdf document covering common questions which arise. Once you add to cart it will be immediately available in your account dashboard under "my courses".Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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This is a beautiful book with heartfelt and positive messages for Autistic kids and teens aged 9 to 15 years , or thereabouts. It teaches them about consent, personal space, and how to advocate for their needs. Recommended by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective International as a perfect alternative to Social Skills Training. It breaks down the differences between Autistic Culture and the social hierarchy in a very friendly way for young readers. -
The Konnect bundle includes all 3 digital books in the series. Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here -
This is a beautiful digital book with heartfelt and positive messages for Autistic kids and teens aged 9 to 15 years , or thereabouts. It teaches them about consent, personal space, and how to advocate for their needs. Recommended by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective International as a perfect alternative to Social Skills Training. It breaks down the differences between Autistic Culture and the social hierarchy in a very friendly way for young readers. Once you make your purchase you'll get an automated email to download your book. Please keep an eye on your spam folder as emails can end up there sometimes.
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NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirming than ever! The Konnect bundle includes all 3 digital books in the series. The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here -
The Konnect bundle includes all 3 books in the series Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here
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This beautiful book is the newest in our series of empowering books for Neurodivergent kids and teens Ideal for parents or professionals working with Autistic children and teens looking for Neurodiversity- affirming ways to explore diagnoses or identity. “What matters most is what we think and feel about ourselves. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship or friendship you will ever have.” Evaleen -
This is the first in a series of 3 social skills books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 4 onwards. It offers ways to self advocate. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us. Many social skills program unfortunately encourage children to mask , which in turn leads to poor mental health. This book is a celebration of our way of communicating and an introduction to non-autistic communication. It encourages positive identity and self confidence. What topics do we cover?- Worry Words
- Things to talk about
- Body Language
- Reading Facial Expressions
- Direct Speech v Indirect Speech
- My Feelings
- Mixed Messages
- Tone of Voice
- Making Friends
- Conversations
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Join Katie Munday (they/them) a queer Autistic researcher, writer, and trainer in a session on Autistic experiences of sexuality Topics covered: Interoception Sensory intergration Co-occuring chronic illnesses Alexithymia and communication differences Plus, they look at Autistic experiences of kink and BDSM, masturbation and sex work. This course is for anybody who is interested in learning more about Autistic sexuality. Course length: 1 hour 52 mins Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
A wonderful program for schools and clubs who are committed to promoting Neurodiversity and Inclusion with children aged 5 to 12 yrs Order now for immediate download. The book will appear in your account under "my downloads". -
"Since week one my relationship with the child I work with has improved dramatically, I have a better understanding." (attendee at last year's course) Our live autism course for SNAs offers you an opportunity to interact with other SNAs and an Autistic trainer You will have opportunities to:- problem solve
- update your skills
- learn effective strategies
- gain a real insight into Autistic pupils
- develop best practices for your classroom
When: Wednesdays from 7-9pm Irish Time over 4 weeks - 7-9pm Oct 1, 8, 15 , 22 2025
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This online autism course is ideal for teachers, school staff, social workers, mental health professionals, therapists, parents, carers, medical professionals, and Autistic people themselves. The course includes 2.5 hours of video content and pdf of slidesOnce you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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€65 includes lifetime access to the recording and presentation slides so you can watch it anytime AUsome Training has been supporting parents for years and there are common themes we have noticed. We have created an event that will address the needs of parents of newly diagnosed children or for parents who are awaiting a diagnosis. AUsome Training knows that this can be an overwhelming time for parents because of the tragedy narrative around autism. There are overwhelming amounts of information available and unfortunately far too much misinformation. By attending our autism course specifically for parents you can cut through all this misinformation and find out what you really need to know to raise a confident Autistic child. Speakers:- Evaleen Whelton "Communication: it's a two-way thing!"
- Frank L Ludwig: "Autistic Play"
- Melissa Murphy: "From one parent to another: Useful resources"
- Eoin Stephens: "Good Enough" - Minding your Mental Health as a Parent"
- Stiof MacAmhalghaidh: "My Self, My Space: Building confidence and control in young Autistics"
- Karen and Damon Mathew Wise: Panel Discussion on "Dealing with the System"
- Jay Jay Mudridge "Navigating Autism Therapies"
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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Who is this course for?- An ideal course for parents of non-speaking children to explore AAC
- Teachers and teaching assistants who want to learn how to best support non-speaking pupils
- Practitioners who want to support their clients without using PECS or ABA. PECS and ABA are methods that Autistic people do not support.
- Autistic adults who want to explore more about their communication
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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"My mind is blown away by the course. I can't believe what are we actually made to think about autistic people from books, articles, society etc. I will be able to put your valuable information in use" Agne Grimalauskaite, Childcare Worker This groundbreaking course will take you on a journey of discovery, gaining great insight into what life is like for Autistic children and adults.Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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This pre-recorded webinar discusses the struggles of autistic people around setting boundaries and the beliefs that can often result from that struggle, among other topics. This course is ideal for Autistic adults, families and those who work with or support us.Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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This beautiful book is the newest in our series of empowering books for Neurodivergent kids and teens. This book helps Autistic kids and teens explore their identity with positivity. “What matters most is what we think and feel about ourselves. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship or friendship you will ever have.” Evaleen Please note that delivery may take up to 2 weeks from date of order.
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NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirmng than ever! The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child -
Why are we even talking about autism and trauma? What we are beginning to see quite clearly from most current research is that levels of trauma are higher in the Autistic population than in the general public. "Autism training" and "autism courses" which are designed without Autistic input can mean that there is actually very little real and meaningful understanding of autism. Unfortunately trauma responses in Autistic children and adults are not always recognised. They are often misinterpreted as "Autistic Behaviours" but there is no Autistic behaviour only human behaviour. When trauma responses are ignored then this can lead to even more trauma for the Autistic person. When we view Autistic behaviour as human behaviour we begin to see a very different picture to that painted by misinformed professionals who are basing their ideas on outdated ideology. This session is ideal for parents, carers, teacher, teaching assistants, mental health professionals, medical staff and Autistic people themselves. Course Length 3hrsPrice €35 includes cert, recording and slides
"Ausome Training’s Autism & Trauma webinar is so enlightening and insightful. If you are involved in anyway with autism, please please take the time to do it. The world needs to catch up. Autism is so misunderstood. The trauma they unnecessarily suffer could so easily be avoided. Things need to change NOW."- LennyOnce you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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On the face of it, many characteristics of being Autistic and many of those for ADHD seem to fly in opposite directions. However, probably about a third of Autistics also are ADHD, so how does that even work? Can you really be distracted and focused, novelty-oriented and sameness-oriented, empathetic and unempathetic, creative and pedantic? A lot of the answers lie in breaking down simple assumptions and stereotypes like those, but also in digging deeper into how and why characteristics such as these arise to start with. By exploring questions like these, we will build a picture of how life works for ‘shiny sparkles’ (Autistic ADHDers), and how the combination can often result in some exceptional creativity along the way. This course is ideal for Autistics suspecting they have ADHD. but would also be useful for teachers, SNAs, GPs, family members, therapists etc. Course Length 2hrs 30mins Investment includes certificate of completion, lifetime access and presentation slides.Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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A wonderful program for schools and clubs who are committed to promoting Neurodiversity and Inclusion with children aged 5 to 12 yrs **Orders may take up to 2 weeks to arrive from the day of order presently
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Welcome to DAWN – our 10-day online program for professionals who support Autistic adults in a therapeutic or clinical setting
Course length
10 days over 6 months, running from 10am-5pm Irish/ UK Time each day (Feb -June 2025). Convert to your time zone.Course dates
Sat 11th Oct | Sun 19th Oct | Sat 15th Nov | Sun 23rd Nov | Sat 29th Nov Sat 17th Jan | Sat 24th Jan | Sun 8th Feb | Sat 28th Feb | Sat 14th March All sessions take place online on Zoom. -
with MAQQI, Subject Matter Expert at AUsome Training duration 2h 39m | for teachers, parents, professionals and Autistic adults.Sensory differences have been recognised in Autistic people for over a century now, yet they only became a part of formal diagnostic criteria a few years ago. This has been disastrous because our senses and associated emotions are central to the Autistic lived experience.
Gain an appreciation for the ways Autistic experience this world, find meaning, and how that directs our actions each moment. We finish by offering thoughts on making Autistic sensory experiences less overwhelming, the world kinder, and shaping a future where we all can thrive.
- What are senses and 'sensory processing'?
- Autistic sensory sensitivity
- How senses and emotions connect
- Trauma and the nervous system
- Overload: the sensory-emotional jug
- What helps us reach a happier, healthier future
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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Duration: 4.5 hours A panel of Autism and Neurodiversity advocates with neuro-affirming approaches make up the Alternatives To ABA on-demand course. ABA is outdated and abusive to Autistic people and this course explores the alternative options.Course participants will receive certificate of completion at end of course!This course will be ideal for all helping professionals, therapists, teachers, SNAs, carers, parents as well as Autistic people themselves.Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
with Kieran Rose, acclaimed masking researcher and author duration 3h 00m | for teachers, parents, professionals and Autistic adults. Masking expert Kieran is a long-time collaborator with AUsome Training. We were delighted to host a deep dive into the topic he is best known for: masking. Recorded as Kieran's internationally acclaimed research was coming to fruition, we get a wonderful insight into the thinking underlying our understanding of masking today. Join Evaleen and Kieran as they explore what masking is, the harm this causes, unravel disordered 'orthodox thinking' on masking, and outline the way forward to healthier, happier Autistic lives.- An introduction to Neurodiversity
- What is masking
- Why Autistics mask
- Masking effects on mental health and development
- Negative effects of social skills training
- Acceptance
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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with Scott Neilson, Autistic author, trainer and consultant duration 1h 13m | for Autistic people, their families, support professionals and educators.The association of Autistics with 'special interests' is well known. The preferred phrasing - Passionate Interests - tells us more about the depth of those interests and about Autistic people themselves. In the words of fellow AUsome trainer MAQQI, Autistics are "passionate people in a vivid world" and it is that passion and vividness - and the joy this generates - that Scott focuses on here.
He also focuses on Autistic joy, on interest-led learning, and where interests can lead to for Autistic people.
- Why passionate interests are so important to Autistic people
- Positive implications our interests they have for our wellbeing
- Autistic joy
- Interest-led learning
- Where interests can lead to for Autistic people
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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with Katie Kerley, OT and Clinical Director at Horizons Therapy duration 2h 30m | for parents, carers, professionals, & Autistic adults. Join Katie for an in-depth exploration of the relationship between Autistics and food. Focusing on the sensory and emotional aspects of eating, we gain insights into why mealtimes can be so difficult for Autistics, young and old. Katie also discusses the motor process involved in eating and defines the way ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) can shape the eating experience. She leaves us with practical ideas and strategies to make eating enjoyable again. Content:- Sensory Processing
- Sensory Seeking
- Avoiding Sensation
- Motor Skills
- Emotions and Eating
- ARFID
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 each.
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Who is this course for?
- An ideal course for parents who want to support their Autistic children
- Teachers and teaching assistants who want to understand what life is like for Autistic pupils
- Practitioners who want to support their clients in healthy ways without encouraging masking
- Autistic adults who want to explore more about their identity
Content: 2 hours 51 mins video
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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This course on autism and social skills will be an introduction to the Autistic perspective of autism. It will introduce parents, teachers, SNA’s and other practitioners to the emerging idea that Autistic children do not actually have deficits in social skills. Together we will explore what this means for traditional “social skills” training and the impact this sort of training has on Autistic people. €25 includes access to the recording, slides and cert of completion. Course length: 2 hoursOnce you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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This neuro-affirming course teaches people about autism from the Autistic viewpoint with a fantastic line-up of Autistic presenters. And now it’s available online! All of our Speakers are Autistic!- Evaleen Whelton, Founder of AUsome Ireland. Opening Address
- Chris Bonnello, Autisticnotweird.com: Insights from an Autistic Teacher Melissa Murphy: “Authoring Autism”
- Frank L Ludwig: “The Necessity of Autism”
- Emma Dalmayne: “Autism ‘cures’ and the need for more intolerance”
- Kieran Rose: “An Autistic Identity”
- Eoin Stephens: “Double Vision – My experience of autism from both personal & professional perspectives”
- Panel Discussion on Neurodiversity: Stiof MacAmhalghaidh, Kieran Rose and Chen Gershuni
- Panel Discussion on Health and Mental Health
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What are visual supports for autistic people, how might they help, and how can I make some? If you’ve ever wondered these questions (or more!) about tangible or digital items such as picture schedules, first-then displays, or step-by-step instructions for autistics of all ages, this webinar is for you! Appropriate for autistic/similar viewers as well as support people such as families, teachers, and assistants! Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
This on-demand course is ideal for parents and carers of Autistic children and teens. It is also be vital for helping professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, SENCo’s and Career Guidance Counsellors, SNAs, Teachers and other professionals working in a therapeutic, clinical or educational setting. Duration: 2 hours Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
with Kieran Rose, acclaimed masking researcher and author duration 5h 30m | for parents, teachers, professionals and Autistic adults.We are pleased to be joined by renowned Autistic thinker and educator Kieran Rose for this lengthy, detailed exploration of the Autistic experience.
An insightful exploration and discussion on how a century of 'autism history' has influenced attitudes towards Autistic people today. We dismantle myths and misunderstandings, and replace them with current thinking on Autistic lived experience, needs, rights and aspirations.If you want to learn about autism... you will. But more than that you will discover something more important: what it's truly like to be Autistic.
- The history of 'autism'
- So many myths, so much harm
- Disentangling Being Autistic and mental health conditions
- Understanding stimming and 'behaviours'
- The real Autistic experience
- Making a future worth living
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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Join Scott Neilson (he/him) in a session on Exploring Autistic Empathy! Topics Covered: Myths and outdated theories around Autistic Empathy How Autistic people express empathy Autistic-led research on Autistic Empathy This session is aimed at Autistic people, families and anyone who supports Autistic people to get a better understanding of how empathy is expressed by our community Course length: 1 hour 25mins Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert. -
One word that often arises in conjunction with 'autism' - particularly when discussing Autistic children - is 'behaviour.' We hear terms like 'autism behaviours' or 'challenging behaviour' or 'repetitive behaviour' or 'dysfunctional behaviours.' It's no secret that AUsome Training has issues with the B-Word. It is almost always used to define actions in negative ways, but more than that, it is seeded through books, videos, discussions, training and more as if there's nothing more to 'those people' beyond their 'behaviours.'Behaviour - or actions, responses, reactions - does not emerge magically from the ether but is the product of experiences and an expression of personality, of needs, and a direct response to those experiences. This is how we have understood 'behaviour' for decades now, yet Autistics continue to be treated as if we are just mechanisms without feelings or intellect.This course is ideal for relatives, educators and those in caring professions living and working with younger Autistic people. All content is directly applicable to those living and working with adults also. Course length 1hr 45minsOnce you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.
If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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