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Stuart Spielman looking at camera smiling with arm around his son's shoulder. Zak smiles while leaning his face towards side of Stuart's head.
Advocacy News
11.26.2024

30/10 - Milestone Birthdays for My Son and the ABLE Act

A few months ago, Stuart Spielman celebrated the 30th birthday of his autistic son Zak, and soon we will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the
The Shorty Awards
News
11.26.2024

Autism Speaks celebrates "fearless" wins at the Shorty Awards

For the past twenty years, Autism Speaks has been more than just a voice—it has been a reliable ally to those on the autism spectrum.
Pam Dixon and friends in a cafe
Science News
11.26.2024

Bridging borders: Empowering caregivers worldwide

Pamela Dixon, Director of Clinical Services and Inclusion, had the privilege of traveling to the country of Georgia as part of the Professional
Vincent Feng standing in front of Capitol steps in DC
Advocacy News
11.21.2024

US Senate passes the Autism CARES Act of 2024, sending it back to House for final passage

In a significant step forward for autism advocacy, the United States Senate has passed the Autism CARES Act of 2024, advancing the critical
Andy Shih, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer at the congressional hearing on global public health
Advocacy News
11.20.2024

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at congressional hearing on global public health

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Dr. Andy Shih was one of three individuals invited to testify before the Subcommittee on Global Health.
Three panelists watching TV for video of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter speaking about caregivers
Advocacy News
11.19.2024

Autism Speaks joins congressional briefing on family caregivers

Autism Speaks was grateful to join the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Caregiver Action Network for a
Autism Speaks new PSA for employment
News
11.15.2024

[PSA] This is why hiring autistic employees can benefit your business

Hiring autistic employees can be a game-changer for your business. Find out how in Autism Speaks’ newest PSA is changing how we view workplace
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News
11.5.2024

Autism Digest shares Tyler and Tonya’s journey to employment

Autism Digest shares the journey to employment for Autism Speaks Champions of Change, Tonya and Tyler Haynes.
Bernie Marcus
News
11.5.2024

Honoring the legacy of Bernie Marcus

Bernie Marcus was a visionary and trailblazer whose boundless compassion reshaped the autism community and empowered millions to reach their potential
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News
11.5.2024

Rumer Willis celebrates sister Tallulah Willis at Autism Speaks Los Angeles Gala

People spotlights Tallulah and Rumer Willis, daughters of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, as Tallulah is recognized by her sister at the Autism Speaks
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News
11.5.2024

Forbes shares tips from Autism Speaks on creating an inclusive Halloween for kids with autism

Victoria Handy shares how she and her daughter make adjustments so they can celebrate Halloween as autistic individuals, highlighting businesses that
three girls looking at a field of flowers with their arms around each other
Science News
11.1.2024

Autism diagnosis on the rise, according to trends study

A new study shows the number of children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder has increased by 175% over a decade. Why is autism
Vijay Vasudevan standing in front of a poster with his research
Science News
10.30.2024

Autism Speaks’ director of data science speaks at APHA conference

Vijay Vasudevan, Autism Speaks’ director of data science and evaluation research, is taking the stage at the annual American Public Health Association
Dome of US Capitol
Advocacy News
10.29.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - October 2024

This newsletter edition shares updates about voting, California advocacy wins, employment policy and the Autism CARES Act of 2024.
WHO Mental Health Forum panel
Science News
10.16.2024

Broadening our approach to neurodiversity

This year’s WHO Mental Health Forum marked a historic moment, as it was the first time the organization directly engaged in a conversation about
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Science News
10.8.2024

Chief Science Officer Andy Shih speaks at WHO Mental Health Forum in Geneva

Dr. Andy Shih, chief science officer at Autism Speaks, will be participating in a session at the 2024 WHO Mental Health Forum, taking place in Geneva,