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CDC estimate on autism prevalence increases by nearly 10 percent, to 1 in 54 children in the U.S. … a gap remains in prevalence among Hispanic children, indicating a need to expand screening and intervention among this group. Further, black and Hispanic children identified with autism received evaluations at older ages than similar white … guidance of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), and to advance policies that better provide services and supports for early intervention, education, transition to adulthood, employment and community living.   The CDC report was … of people with autism. To join the conversation, find @autismspeaks on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. For personalized support and questions, contact the Autism Response Team at 1-888-AUTISM2, en Español at 1-888-772-9050 or by email at  …

Introducing Delivering Jobs… differences with the resources to prepare for employment and leadership opportunities; Motivate employers to hire, support and promote diverse and inclusive workforces; Engage the public to increase awareness about the low rate of … IKEA Foundation, the Lane Family, the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, Lions Clubs International, Safilo Group, Stavros Niarchos Foundation, TOYOTA, United Airlines, and The Walt Disney Company.  Click here for a full list of …

Autism Speaks awards more than $821,000 for autism research… Clarke , University of California Under the mentorship of Catherine Lord and Julie Taylor, this project will follow a group of autistic individuals over a 10-year period to examine changes in their participation in employment, education and … at masking their symptoms. Because masking symptoms is linked to anxiety and burnout, this can help therapists better support young girls with autism through adolescence and adulthood. Postdoctoral Fellowships Xiaoyu Chen , Stanford …