HONEST ADVOCACY FOR NEURODIVERSITY
Neurodiversity advocacy firm
Writer
podcast host
global speaker
Sarah Kernion is the founder of Saturday’s Story, a platform dedicated to advocacy, storytelling, and truth-telling around profound autism and neurodiversity.
She is the mother of two non-speaking autistic children, Milly (9) and Mack (7) who require high levels of daily care and support. Her lived experience navigating profound autism - combined with her work building Inchstones, a Substack and podcast amplifying the often-ignored realities of families like hers - positions her to speak with authenticity, urgency, and insight.
PAST EVENTS
"Sarah resonates"
“Sarah hosted a session around raising children with autism in partnership with our Families Employee Resource group and she was incredible! Her vulnerability, optimism, energy and honesty in sharing her story helped our entire family's community stop and celebrate the 'inchstones'! The audience was so engaged and shared messages of love, tears, and she helped to create an environment where others were comfortable in sharing their stories and building community. Sarah's mission to help others through sharing her experience truly resonated with our family's community and are so grateful we had the opportunity to learn from her.”
Beth Lux, Manager of Customer Success, LinkedIn
Hey! I'm Sarah.
I'm Sarah Kernion—a mother, advocate, and storyteller. My journey into the world of neurodiversity began not just through professional pursuits but through the deeply personal experience of raising two incredible children with non-speaking autism.
At Penn State University, I cultivated a passion for understanding human behavior, which led me into a successful career in pharmaceutical sales. However, it was motherhood that truly reshaped my perspective. Navigating the complexities of autism parenting, I discovered the profound strength found in celebrating "inchstones"—the small, significant victories that often go unnoticed.
Through Saturday's Story, I aim to amplify the voices of families like mine, shedding light on the realities of severe autism and advocating for a more inclusive and understanding world. Whether it's through speaking engagements, workshops, or my podcast, I strive to create spaces where every story is heard, and every achievement, no matter how small, is celebrated.
Join me in embracing the beauty of neurodiversity, one inchstone at a time.
the power of neurodiversity
With lived experience as my foundation and insight as my guide, I bring a voice that reshapes how we understand neurodiversity.
Audiences connect deeply with my storytelling—where everyday #inchstones become powerful lessons in empathy, resilience, and inclusion. My talks leave people not only inspired but equipped—with practical strategies that shift culture, not just conversation.
Work with me, and you're not just checking a box—you’re choosing to lead a movement where neurodivergent perspectives are seen, valued, and celebrated as the future of innovation.
• Keynotes and Workshops customized for forward-thinking organizations ready to lead with inclusion.
• Neurodiversity Talks that spotlight inchstones over milestones—real stories that reshape mindsets and spark culture change.
• Flexible Formats: From impactful 30-minute sessions to immersive full-day programs—each experience is tailored to your team’s goals and grounded in lived expertise.
• Keynote + Live Q&A with Sarah
Engage your audience with a powerful talk followed by direct, meaningful dialogue.
• 1:1 Neurodiversity Learning Session
A personalized deep dive into neurodiversity for leaders, educators, or teams seeking clarity and strategy.
• Workshop + Q&A with Sarah
An interactive session designed to move teams from awareness to action—with tools that stick.
No fluff. No jargon. Just real, transformative impact—delivered with heart, grit, and lived experience.
You’re not just hiring a speaker. You’re gaining a partner in leadership, advocacy, and neurodiversity done right.
Because this isn’t theory. This is lived truth—and it changes everything.
