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7.15.24

Autism Speaks funds new research on auditory processing disorder

Autism Speaks, with the support of a Royal Arch Research Assistance grant, is funding one predoctoral fellowship, one postdoctoral fellowship and one

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7.11.24

IACC July Meeting focuses on support for family caregivers

Autism Speaks was grateful to join this meeting's discussion that highlighted the critical role family caregivers play throughout their loved one’s

7.11.24

Stuart Spielman highlights the evolving landscape of autism-friendly travel with USA TODAY

In a heartwarming piece by Kathleen Wong from USA TODAY, the story of Stuart Spielman, Autism Speaks’ Senior Vice President, Advocacy, and his wife,

7.9.24

Autism Speaks opposes proposed loophole that would circumvent ban on electrical stimulation devices

Autism Speaks reinforces its longstanding rejection of electrical stimulation device use on individuals with autism and other disabilities through

7.9.24

Autism Speaks introduces Field Day for All across 12 U.S. locations this fall

Autism Speaks is proud to introduce Field Day for All, an event that will bring critical funds, resources and support services directly to the

6.24.24

Shelley Sunstein on iHeartRadio interviews Armani Williams

Shelley Sunstein on iHeartRadio interviews Armani Williams, NASCAR’s first openly autistic driver. Read how his autism impacted his life and guided

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Blake D. | 15 years old

I feel that with autism, your brain just works different but not worse. I want people to know I can learn and do things like everyone else.

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Jonathan S.

I realized there was a challenge, and it largely came about because I started talking to the autism community, and many were not traveling.

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Sarah Robin K. | 23 years old

Being fearless and strong means seeing the light at the end of a dark tunnel and making your way through.

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Josean S.

I made history as the first candidate with Autism to seek elective office in Puerto Rico.

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