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Autism Speaks Champions of Change logo
Blog
4.3.2024

Meet the change makers

We are proud to launch our Champions of Change program, empowering 5 people from all corners of the country to be messengers, advocates, allies and
Autism Speaks World Autism Month Fearless campaign
News
4.2.2024

Autistic people need us to act fearlessly this World Autism Month

Autism Speaks CEO writes a letter urging the community to act fearlessly for autistic people, their family and their friends this World Autism Month &
Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Andy Shih
Science News
4.2.2024

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at UN event on technology and autism

Andy Shih gave the opening address at a United Nations event focused on the intersection of technology and autism advocacy hosted by the State of
Autism Speaks Champions of Change logo
Press Release
4.2.2024

This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks champions change with new Community Messengers

Autism Speaks announces the Champions of Change program - autistic advocates & spokespeople with a range of experiences, support needs and connections
Fearless
Press Release
4.1.2024

This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks pledges to Act Fearlessly for acceptance and change

In recognition of World Autism Month, Autism Speaks is launching its #ActFearlessly campaign and encouraging the public to sign its pledge, share
Andy Shih, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer at Autism Speaks
Blog
3.25.2024

Understanding the spectrum of the spectrum

For autistic people and their families, an autism diagnosis can mean many things. This is why the word 'spectrum' is so closely linked to autism.
Chloe, Kasey, Tania, Brigid and Jasmyn
Blog
3.20.2024

Celebrating fearless women of the autism community

Fearless women - Chloe, Kasey, Tania, Brigid and Jasmyn - open up about personal experiences to inspire continued progress among peers in the autistic
Andy Shih speaking at witness panel
Advocacy News
2.15.2024

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at congressional hearing on the Autism CARES Act of 2024

On February 14, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Andy Shih testified before Congress on the transformative impact of programs authorized under the
Eileen Lamb, Jennifer Cook, Dani Bowman
Blog
2.14.2024

Navigating Dating on the Spectrum - Expert Advice from ‘Love on the Spectrum’s’ Dani Bowman and Jennifer Cook

In the spirit of the season of love, coupled with the recent release of season two of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum star Dani Bowman and autism
Cassie, married and autistic
Blog
2.7.2024

Autism and marriage

A wife with autism talks with her husband about the common realities of being in a relationship with an autistic person and how their relationship
Coach Skerry and his family in the basketball locker room
Blog
2.6.2024

Towson men’s basketball coach leading the charge in driving autism awareness

Meet Coach Skerry, Head Coach of the Towson University Men’s Basketball program and Co-founder of Coaches Powering Forward. See how you can join the
Keith Wargo testifying before Small Business subcommittee hearing 2024
Advocacy News
2.1.2024

Autism Speaks CEO testifies before Congress on pathways for employment of individuals with autism and other disabilities

Keith Wargo shared data and personal narratives, illustrating the transformative power of inclusive employment practices, during the House Small
autism speaks new logo
Press Release
1.29.2024

Autism Speaks awards $115,000 in grants to 23 organizations serving the autism community

Autism Speaks announces its 2023 Local Impact Grant recipients. These grants fund nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that provide autistic people with
a toddler in a highchair reaching for food as her mother feeds her
Blog
1.26.2024

Don’t let dinner turn into a battleground with your picky eater

Autism and picky eating can be a challenge. Click here to read 6 strategies to encourage a healthy diet in autistic children with food aversions.
Autism Speaks State Government Affairs Director Christa Stevens presenting Texas State Representative Donna Howard with clear puzzle piece shaped award
Advocacy News
1.18.2024

Autism Speaks honors Texas State Representative Donna Howard for advocacy on behalf of autism community

Autism Speaks bestowed Representative Howard with our Public Service Award in recognition of her effort during the past legislative session to improve
Iowa Medicaid Director Elizabeth Matney holding clear puzzle piece award and standing next to Autism Speaks representative
Advocacy News
1.18.2024

Autism Speaks honors Iowa Medicaid Director Elizabeth Matney for exemplary leadership in advancing access to autism services

Autism Speaks is pleased to recognize Iowa Medicaid Director Elizabeth Matney for her leadership of the Iowa Department of Human Services' redesign of