about me

who i am

An attorney. An author. An artist. An advocate.

Welcome to my online home! I’m glad you’re here. My name is Haley Moss. I was diagnosed with autism when I was 3 years old. Today, I am an attorney, author, advocate, artist and consultant who is passionate about disability inclusion and neurodiversity. I take that passion to help our world be more inclusive and accessible for people with disabilities. My personal and professional experiences allow me to bring unique insight and perspective across different professions and settings.

I am a keynote speaker and educator. I love to speak publicly about my experiences and be in front of a crowd (while autism may make socializing difficult for me sometimes, I happen to very much enjoy public speaking). In fact, my philosophy is that if sharing my story could make a difference in one person’s life, then it was all worth it. I also am an adjunct professor at Taylor University in the Psychology department.

As an author, I’ve written four books – one on the middle school years, one about college, one about the transition to adulthood and independence, and one about neurodiversity for lawyers and other professionals. My writing has also been featured in various media outlets and legal journals. I write about autism in various contexts, whether it be personal experiences, media representation, politics, or how important it is to be heard and part of the conversation. After all, there is a famous saying in the disability community: “nothing about us, without us.”

I speak, share, and advocate to create change because I believe the world needs to be ready and accepting of all kinds of bodies and minds. The future begins now. The future is neurodiverse. The future is accessible. The future is people with disabilities. I’m ready. Are you?

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an inspiring journey

Journey to

attorney

I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology & Law as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2015. I completed both degrees in three years. After my time at UF, I attended the University of Miami School of Law, where I was fortunate to be named a Miami Public Interest Scholar committed to promoting access to justice for all. I was the Student Commencement Speaker at my law school graduation in May 2018. When Haley was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2019, she made international headlines as Florida’s first documented openly autistic attorney. Today, I advocate for the legal profession to embrace neurodiversity.

an acclaimed

author

I am the author of four books: “Middle School: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About,” “A Freshman Survival Guide for College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About,” “Great Minds Think Differently: Neurodiversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals,” and “The Young Autistic Adult’s Independence Handbook.” My original writings about autism and neurodiversity appeared in The Washington Post, Teen Vogue, Bustle, FastCompany and numerous other websites and publications. I also contributed original essays and articles to several published anthologies, including Chicken Soup For the Soul.

an accomplished

artist

I am also an artist whose style is best described as an influence between pop art and anime with its varying color palettes and whimsical style. I often donate and auction off my original paintings and prints to benefit nonprofits that serve individuals with disabilities and their communities. I hope my artwork makes you smile and brightens your day.

autism

advocacy

I have been actively involved in autism advocacy beginning when I spoke at a conference when I was 13 and eventually shared that I was autistic with my classmates during my freshman year of high school. Numerous nonprofit organizations recognized my efforts as an active fundraiser and philanthropist. As an advocate, I bring issues facing autistic people and their perspectives to the forefront through her writing and speaking, alongside her fundraising through artwork. I currently serve on the constituency board of UM-NSU CARD and volunteer.

keynote

speaking

I am also an engaging speaker who enjoys sharing my story! My audiences say they relate to my sense of humor and profound wisdom. My audiences include autistic people, students, professionals, parents, nonprofit and corporate executives, and more.

Some of my favorite topics to speak about are the importance of neurodiversity and autism acceptance, autism and women, autism in the workplace, transitions to adulthood, college, middle school, high school, and overcoming obstacles – and also a little bit of disability law and policy.

learn more about my speaking opportunities

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