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Press Release
9.12.2024
Autism Speaks taps on next generation of leaders with introduction of Emerging Leaders
Autism Speaks proudly announces the launch of Emerging Leaders, a group of advocates under 40 representing the current values, needs and diversity of
Advocacy News
9.9.2024
White House announces new rules to improve access to mental health care services under private health plans
New regulation, supported by Autism Speaks, strengthens parity protections and improves access and affordability of autism care for individuals with
Blog
9.9.2024
Reconocer y prevenir los malos tratos
Dado lo fundamental que es mantener seguros a nuestros seres queridos, Autism Speaks ha proporcionado información de expertos en la materia en la que
Blog
9.9.2024
Seguridad en el agua y la natación
Muchas personas autistas se sienten atraídas por el agua y algunas son incapaces de comprender los peligros que conlleva. Trágicamente, la principal
News
9.3.2024
KPRC Houston reinforces dangers of wandering and drowning
KPRC Houston interviews Autism Speaks VP of Services & Supports Community Impact Lindsay Naeder on the tragic outcomes of wandering following the
News
9.3.2024
Forbes addresses bullying with Autism Speaks Champions of Change
Autism Speaks Champions of Change Logan Slaughter and Victoria Handy share their experiences and strategies to combat bullying at school.
Science News
8.27.2024
Autism Speaks welcomes Dr. Mayada Elsabbagh to our Medical and Science Advisory Committee
Autism Speaks is pleased to announce that Dr. Mayada Elsabbagh has joined our Medical and Science Advisory Committee (MSAC).
Advocacy News
8.22.2024
Help us improve the autistic voting experience
Voting is the nation’s most fundamental right and a hallmark of democracy. Learn more about the voting experiences and needs of those with asd here.
Blog
8.20.2024
Voting facts: Dispelling myths & misconceptions
Myths around voting threaten election turnout. Here we set the record straight around the most common misconceptions heard among eligible voters with
News
8.13.2024
Disability Scoop Spotlights the Autism CARES Act
Disability Scoop highlights the looming deadline to pass the Autism CARES Act with quotes from Keith Wargo, CEO & President at Autism Speaks, on the
News
8.13.2024
Newsweek interviews Tonya Haynes on drowning dangers for autistic children
Tonya Haynes, Autism Speaks’ Champion of Change, shares her experience as a as caregiver who has seen the dangers of wandering with Newsweek.
Science News
8.12.2024
Cannabis and autism
Andy Shih, Chief Science Officer, shares cannabis and autism studies that examine benefits of autism and cannabis to manage distressing behaviors.
Blog
8.9.2024
Voting rights: Federal laws protecting voters with disabilities
Americans with disabilities, including autism, are entitled to vote. Your ability to vote is protected by federal laws and there are accommodations
Blog
8.6.2024
Guía sobre el autismo en Disneyland
Lea nuestra guía sobre el autismo en Disneyland para obtener información y consejos sobre cómo Disneyland hace adaptaciones y apoya a los huéspedes
Press Release
8.5.2024
The Autism CARES Act of 2024 advances through Congress with enhancements supported by Autism Speaks
The U.S. Senate HELP Committee recently passed the Autism CARES Act of 2024, including valuable new enhancements supported by Autism Speaks that will
Blog
8.2.2024