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e-Speaks || March 10, 2007
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Please be sure to add Autism Speaks (contactus@autismspeaks.org) to your address book or safe sender list in order to insure our e-mail is delivered to your inbox (not sent to bulk or junk folders). If you have any questions or comments, please hit "reply" or send an e-mail to contactus@autismspeaks.org.
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Autism Awareness Month Highlights Announced
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During National Autism Awareness Month in April, Autism Speaks will focus on a series of national initiatives and special events, from the launch of a new public service advertising campaign to partnerships with some of the nation's largest retailers, from festival screenings of the documentary "Autism Every Day" to new database and video services for families. Read more.
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Toni Braxton Named National Celebrity Spokesperson
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Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Toni Braxton -- the mother of two children, one of whom was recently diagnosed with autism -- has been named a national celebrity spokesperson for Autism Speaks. Read more. In her first official appearance in her new role, Braxton will perform at A Concert for Autism Speaks Featuring Bill Cosby and Toni Braxton, a star-filled night of comedy and music, on April 9 in New York City. Learn details and get ticket information.
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Radio News Program Spotlights CAN Co-founder
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Cure Autism Now co-founder Portia Iversen appeared on Public Radio International's radio program "Here and Now" to discuss her recent book Strange Son. Learn more and listen to the interview. Plus, Caring Today magazine published a profile of Katie Wright, the daughter of Autism Speaks Co-founders Suzanne and Bob Wright and Fortune magazine published a profile of Bob Wright. Read more.
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Broadway Stars Auction Puzzle Pieces for Autism
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Twenty-one unique puzzle pieces, decorated by stars of Broadway shows, are being auctioned online to benefit Autism Speaks. The pieces were created as part of the annual Kids' Night on Broadway event which benefited Autism Speaks. Read more or bid today. Act quickly -- the bidding ends 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 13!
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In Their Own Words: For My Brother Joey
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When passersby misunderstood the behavior of his autistic brother in a local shopping mall, eleven-year-old Nicholas Lombardi created an "I'm Not Misbehaving" button to help explain. He tells the story in the latest "In Their Own Words." Read more. Plus, visit the online store to purchase a button. And share your own stories about how others respond to typical autism behaviors – whether acts of kindness or of fear and misunderstanding. And let us know your favorite coping mechanisms. Click here to tell us what you think.
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Take Action on Federal Autism Funding
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Reps. Chris Smith (R-N.J.), Mike Doyle (D-Penn.) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-N.Y.) have asked their fellow members of the House of Representatives to sign on to two letters seeking federal funding for autism activities. Show your support by contacting your representative. Or click here to learn more about the letters.
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