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Advocacy News
4.29.2021
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.
Science News
4.29.2021
Autism Speaks launches Autism Care Network to improve autism care across North America
Autism Speaks announces the launch of the Autism Care Network, the first and only learning health network of its kind focused on bringing better
Advocacy News
4.22.2021
Georgia establishes Families of Children with Special Needs Reimbursement program benefitting students with autism
Georgia has rolled out a program for students with disabilities, including autism, to help with educational expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Blog
4.5.2021
Connection in the face of rejection
For people on the autism spectrum like myself, connecting with others is an uphill battle and can be extremely difficult.
Science News
4.2.2021
New study uses machine learning to find biomarkers for an autism subtype linked to maternal immune reaction
Using a simple blood test, a new study is the first to use machine learning to predict a subgroup of autism, known as MAR-ASD, with 100 percent
Blog
3.31.2021
30 things members of the autism community want society to better understand about autistic people
We asked members of our Instagram community to share one thing they want society to better understand....here's what they said
Science News
3.24.2021
Study links nervous system imbalances to depression in children with autism
Building on what experts know about how the nervous system affects depression and mental health conditions in autism, researchers studying brain
Science News
3.24.2021
Transition to adulthood grant supports findings on better healthcare programs for teens and adults on the spectrum
Research found that patient-centered medical homes can help improve healthcare quality and continuity for autistic people transitioning to adulthood.
Blog
3.22.2021
Please Teach Your Children Kindness When Interacting With Kids With Special Needs
"Pledge to practice empathy, celebrate differences and educate others to do the same. Thank you."
Press Release
3.16.2021
Angela Timashenka Geiger to step down later this year as president and CEO of Autism Speaks
Today, Angela Timashenka Geiger and the Autism Speaks Board of Directors announced Ms. Geiger will step down as president and CEO of Autism Speaks
Advocacy News
3.11.2021
Congress includes relief for the autism community in the American Rescue Plan
The fifth COVID-19 relief package, the American Rescue Plan, has been signed into law, securing additional relief for individuals with autism and
Blog
3.4.2021
What Women’s History Month means to me
Women’s History Month is an opportunity to recognize women’s contributions to history, society and culture. At Autism Speaks, we celebrate the women
Science News
2.18.2021
Autism Speaks names top 10 studies of 2020
Autism Speaks announced its annual selection of studies that most powerfully advance its mission of enhancing lives today and accelerating a spectrum
Science News
2.18.2021
Autism genetics study, aiming to increase Black representation, pivots during COVID
Minority communities overall are not well-represented in current autism genetics research populations. (Autism Speaks supported the initial Autism
Advocacy News
2.12.2021
The Texas Education Agency has rolled out Supplemental Special Education Services for students with autism
The Texas Education Agency has rolled out a program for families to support students for educational resources needed to address the impact of COVID
News
2.11.2021