Articles
Blog
10.7.2022
Tips for autistic job seekers to find the right job
Autism Speaks Human Resources department shares tips with autistic job seekers to help them land a job.
Blog
10.6.2022
Chris Tidmarsh is plowing a path to employment for other autistic adults at Green Bridge Growers
Read how an autistic entrepreneur quit the traditional workforce and made it his mission to grow good food and create good jobs for autistic adults.
Blog
10.5.2022
Catching up with Kaitlyn Y.
Click here to catch up with Kaitlyn Y., the former Spectrum Spotlight star had just begun her transition to adulthood, working alongside her mom at
Blog
9.7.2022
A guide to resources we offer from screening to adulthood
We hear from over 2,000 Spanish-speaking constituents a year. In response to their needs, we are building a library of Spanish-language resources to
Blog
9.6.2022
Guía de recursos que ofrecemos desde la detección hasta la edad adulta
Interactuamos con más de 2000 integrantes de habla hispana al año, a través del correo electrónico, chat, llamadas telefónicas, redes sociales y
Blog
8.25.2022
Preparation for the future starts in the summer for 15-year-old Jeremiah A.
Click here to read how Jeremiah, who was diagnosed with autism at age 3, used his newfound responsibilities to take the next step towards adulthood
News
5.3.2022
Autism Speaks announces 2021 Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grant Recipients
This year, 114 organizations across 31 states were awarded grant funding of up to $5,000. Their programs fund a range of initiatives, including summer
Blog
4.6.2022
Meet Kristina D: 35 years young and still realizing her untapped potential
Kristina found a meaningful career working with people on the spectrum while conquering many goals and continuing to reach her full potential. Read
Blog
10.7.2020
In our own words: Employment on the spectrum
Every October Autism Speaks recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This national campaign shines a light on the topic of
Blog
10.1.2020
Autistic people like me just want a chance to succeed
"I want our society to know that, there are capable and talented people on the spectrum who are able to walk the walk but might have challenges
Blog
8.13.2020
Back to work in the pandemic
Vincent is enrolled in the FDNY Emergency Medical Service Training Academy and couldn't wait to get back to work, even during the pandemic. Before
Blog
7.15.2020
Purpose-driven, functional mentorships support low-pressure learning
Anne Nagel is a cognitive engineer and human factors specialist at Autism Speaks. She is also an executive function coach with a focus on autistic
Blog
3.31.2020
Support for Autistic Adults Dealing with COVID-19 Employment Changes
Brigid Rankowski is a writer, artist and advocate based in Portland, Maine. Brigid is a member of state and national disability organizations. They
Blog
3.25.2020
Working from home: Developing a daily routine is the key to success
Here are some steps you can take to make working from home work best for you.
Blog
3.25.2020
How to cope with disrupted personal routines during COVID-19
Read these tips that adults with autism can use to feel more confident with adapting to a new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic.
News
10.11.2019