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Chandra McKinney-Clarke

Chandra “Candy” McKinney-Clarke, MS, is a community advocate, educator, autism professional, birth and postpartum doula, and founder of Candy’s Cause (Changemaking Advocacy Network for Diverse Youth). With more than a decade of experience supporting individuals with autism and related disabilities, she is passionate about building inclusive, culturally responsive spaces for neurodivergent youth and families. 
 
As a consultant with the FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD), Chandra works closely with families, educators, professionals, and community organizations to promote advocacy, empowerment, and connection. She is also a self-proclaimed “Autism Auntie,” a role she proudly embraces through mentoring, community support, and uplifting the children and families within her village. 
 
In addition to her professional work, Chandra brings lived experience as the mother of two neurodivergent children, which further fuels her commitment to preserving joy, confidence, leadership, and opportunity for Black neurodivergent youth. Through her advocacy, storytelling, and community engagement, she strives to move conversations beyond deficits and toward celebration, belonging, and possibility. 

Financial Disclosure: Chandra is a consultant to FAU-CARD. Conference registration paid. Non-financial: None to disclose.

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January 16, 2027
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