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Do you have a job that's right for someone with autism? If you're hiring, the answer is yes!

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Life on the spectrum

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Andrew “DJ” F. | 19 years old
She reminded me that independence doesn’t mean perfection; it means progress. She and Autism Speaks have helped our family beyond words.
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Bryan Rivera Medina
It is important to increase social awareness about the needs and abilities of people with autism, promoting their integration into all aspects of community life.
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Jon D.
Just be yourself. When you tell your story, remember you never know who needs to hear it. It could inspire someone to never give up.
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Ira T., 28, and his mom, Lisa
My mom needs help sometimes and I like to help her because she takes care of me. I always give her a kiss when she’s sad and a big hug because I love her.
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If you've met one person with autism, you've met one person with autism.

- Dr. Stephen Shore