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Blog
10.28.2022
Teamwork and time management: Lessons from Autism Speaks intern, Binh
University of Iowa senior, Binh, who interned at Autism Speaks over the summer, shares her experience and advice to others hopeful interns.![A mother and son are standing in front of the ocean for a selfie. The son has green googles on the top of his head, his mom has a white straw hat and is smiling. They both are smiling](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/KristiadnSon.jpg.webp?itok=_3MkvWQn)
Blog
10.27.2022
Laying a strong foundation for my son's lifetime with autism
"As parents or caregivers, we are the general contractors from day one. We research an overwhelming amount of possibilities to achieve a blueprint![Dr. Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Dr.%20Angelina%20Kakooza-Mwesige.png.webp?itok=AwIG5kEe)
Science News
10.26.2022
Autism Speaks welcomes Dr. Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige to the science advisory committee
Autism Speaks is pleased to announce that Dr. Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige, MB.Ch.B, MMed, Ph.D., has joined our Medical and Science Advisory Committee.![Karl Wittig](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Karl%20Wittig.png.webp?itok=i5VFcVuK)
Blog
10.26.2022
Karl Wittig, a retired electronics engineer, reflects on his late diagnosis and career journey
In this Q&A, Karl talks about his journey to an autism diagnosis and his three secrets to career success. Click here to read more.![Autism Speaks announces new grant opportunity](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Autism%20Speaks%20announces%20new%20grant%20opportunity.png.webp?itok=A_zRBlzl)
Science News
10.25.2022
Autism Speaks announces new grant opportunity for autistic scientists
As part of our mission to be a catalyst for life-enhancing research breakthroughs, Autism Speaks is proud to announce our new Predoctoral Fellowship![John Taylor](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/JohnTaylorBlog.png.webp?itok=nWm_NhTH)
Blog
10.24.2022
Finding job fulfillment after diagnosis: Lessons from Autism Speaks John Taylor
John Taylor, an autistic employee with 11 years experience at Autism Speaks, shares his challenges and advice to other autistic adults looking for![Aspiritech Training](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/DataIntegrityMigrationServices_Aspiritech.jpg.webp?itok=y2G73WfW)
Blog
10.24.2022
Grant recipient spotlight: Training to work at Aspiritech
Aspiritech, a software QA testing firm near Chicago, IL, provides training and employment for adults who identify as having high-functioning autism.![Christa Stevens handing Commissioner Mulready an puzzle shaped award with Judith Ursitti and Tara Hood standing next to them](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/2022%20OK%20InsurCommiss%20Glen%20Mulready%20Award.jpg.webp?itok=-g045zpu)
Advocacy News
10.20.2022
Autism Speaks recognizes Oklahoma Commissioner Mulready for work on autism insurance coverage
On Thursday, October 13, autism advocates and families joined us in recognizing Oklahoma Insurance Department Commissioner Glen Mulready with an![amy gravino](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/amy%20gravino.jpg.png.webp?itok=ebAfOkBG)
Blog
10.18.2022
Career Transitions: How Amy Gravino Turned Her Passion Into Her Profession
Amy Gravino is a prominent self-advocate, relationship coach, media personality and international speaker. But she didn’t start out this way. Read![printable card that says I may not say trick or treat](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Screen%20Shot%202022-10-18%20at%209.09.21%20AM.png.webp?itok=XueRmr9H)
Blog
10.18.2022
Happy Halloween: A guide for making the holiday fun for everyone
For people on spectrum, scary Halloween decorations, loud sounds and tight or scratchy costumes can be a lot to handle. Learn how to help them on![Scott Rubin](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Scott%20Rubin.png.webp?itok=QB9Rhqsm)
Blog
10.17.2022
Meet Scott Rubin, inspiration for Autism After 21, and his mom, Michelle, the organization’s founder
Michelle Rubin started the transition to employment for her autistic son, diagnosed with moderate to severe autism, in high school.![Halle, Brookelynn and Alyssa](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Halle%2C%20Brookelynn%20and%20Alyssa.png.webp?itok=ZjloLP82)
Blog
10.17.2022
In Our Own Words: Embracing empathy and individuality to overcome bullying
In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, you’ll meet Halle and Alyssa, two young women who have overcome bullying in their own ways by![Dr. Ryan Adams, Ph.D.](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Dr.%20Ryan%20Adams%2C%20Ph.D.png.webp?itok=18VV0BfO)
Blog
10.17.2022
Expert Q&A: Dr. Ryan Adams shares tips and resources to end bullying
Click here to read a Q&A where Dr. Adams discusses some of his key research findings and shares his autism bullying prevention guides for teens,![judge signing a document with wooden gavel resting nearby](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6077447-min.jpg.webp?itok=efS2qNOk)
Advocacy News
10.10.2022
The Importance of Generally Accepted Standards of Care
The Wit decision represents the most successful effort to date to hold health insurers accountable for unequal coverage of mental health disorders.![psychiatrist Roma Vasa, MD](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/psychiatrist%20Roma%20Vasa%2C%20MD.jpg.webp?itok=ot5jC0Ez)
Science Blog
10.9.2022
Autism and mental health in young people
Autism Speaks research provides guidance on how to identify autistic children at risk of mental health crisis and support them and their care![Vice president of HR hard at work on their laptop](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/corinne-kutz-tMI2_-r5Nfo-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=HNtxQB0K)
Blog
10.7.2022