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We must understand that the world is filled with people from all walks of life, with different abilities, and different ethnicities for a reason and that is so that we can learn from one another.
Read Cidmarie V., following a lifelong calling to support students with autism and other disabilities's Story
We all share the same goal: let our loved ones with autism live their full potentials.
Read Bin F., a leader and champion for the Chinese-American autism community's Story
My hope is that they are given the opportunity to be great, are surrounded by real friends, and never question that they are amazing and that they matter.
Read Kimacka R., empowering Black autism communities to break down barriers's Story
I want to also be remembered for being the voice for those who are voiceless
Read Saida M., an advocate helping the next generation of girls growing up on the autism spectrum's Story
If you've met one person with autism, you've met one person with autism.
- Dr. Stephen Shore