Articles
News
9.3.2024
Forbes addresses bullying with Autism Speaks Champions of Change
Autism Speaks Champions of Change Logan Slaughter and Victoria Handy share their experiences and strategies to combat bullying at school.
Science News
8.27.2024
Autism Speaks welcomes Dr. Mayada Elsabbagh to our Medical and Science Advisory Committee
Autism Speaks is pleased to announce that Dr. Mayada Elsabbagh has joined our Medical and Science Advisory Committee (MSAC).
Advocacy News
8.22.2024
Help us improve the autistic voting experience
Voting is the nation’s most fundamental right and a hallmark of democracy. Learn more about the voting experiences and needs of those with asd here.
Blog
8.20.2024
Voting facts: Dispelling myths & misconceptions
Myths around voting threaten election turnout. Here we set the record straight around the most common misconceptions heard among eligible voters with
News
8.13.2024
Disability Scoop Spotlights the Autism CARES Act
Disability Scoop highlights the looming deadline to pass the Autism CARES Act with quotes from Keith Wargo, CEO & President at Autism Speaks, on the
News
8.13.2024
Newsweek interviews Tonya Haynes on drowning dangers for autistic children
Tonya Haynes, Autism Speaks’ Champion of Change, shares her experience as a as caregiver who has seen the dangers of wandering with Newsweek.
Science News
8.12.2024
Cannabis and autism
Andy Shih, Chief Science Officer, shares cannabis and autism studies that examine benefits of autism and cannabis to manage distressing behaviors.
Blog
8.9.2024
Voting rights: Federal laws protecting voters with disabilities
Americans with disabilities, including autism, are entitled to vote. Your ability to vote is protected by federal laws and there are accommodations
Blog
8.6.2024
Guía sobre el autismo en Disneyland
Lea nuestra guía sobre el autismo en Disneyland para obtener información y consejos sobre cómo Disneyland hace adaptaciones y apoya a los huéspedes
Press Release
8.5.2024
The Autism CARES Act of 2024 advances through Congress with enhancements supported by Autism Speaks
The U.S. Senate HELP Committee recently passed the Autism CARES Act of 2024, including valuable new enhancements supported by Autism Speaks that will
Blog
8.2.2024
Ballers: How a self-advocate mom expanded her son’s world through basketball
According to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), over 450 million people play basketball around the world. Make that 450 million
Press Release
7.31.2024
Autism Speaks to honor Tallulah Willis at Los Angeles Gala
Autism Speaks is honoring Tallulah Willis, who is fostering understanding and inclusivity for the autism community since receiving her autism
Blog
7.29.2024
Embracing my autistic special interests
Dr. Kerry Magro shares how he has embraced his autistic special interests over the years in hopes other people can do the same.
Blog
7.25.2024
Advice for parents of children with profound autism nearing end of school-based services
A mother of an autistic child shares advice for parents and caregivers of children with profound autism nearing end of school-based services.
News
7.25.2024
Autism Digest highlights Kadin McElwain’s journey with autism
Autism Speaks profiles Kadin McElwain about overcoming many challenges related to his autism to get where he is today.
News
7.25.2024