Articles
News
4.20.2018
Dollar General will collect donations through April for Autism Speaks
Throughout April, more than 14,600 Dollar General retail locations across the 44 states it serves plans to collect donations to benefit Autism Speaks,
Science News
4.19.2018
Whole genome sequencing reveals new type of genetic influence on autism
Researchers used whole genome sequencing to discover a previously hidden type of genetic change associated with autism. Click here for more
Blog
4.17.2018
5 do's and don'ts for supporting friends with kids with autism
Kristen Jeter, a stay at home mom to 4 year old twins on the spectrum, shares 5 do's and don'ts for supporting friends with kids with autism.
Life on the Spectrum
4.12.2018
What one woman on the spectrum hopes for during World Autism Month
Over the past ten years, I have spread the message of autism awareness and acceptance. I was diagnosed with autism at two years old, so World Autism
Science Blog
4.9.2018
Autism and auditory processing disorder: What’s the connection?
I read that Autism Speaks is funding research into auditory processing disorder. What is it, and how does it affect people with autism?
Life on the Spectrum
4.9.2018
A young man with autism calls for acceptance during World Autism Month
This guest post is by Ryan Lee. He wrote his most recent post about his struggle with Autism, How I learned to accept my autism and love myself, to
News
4.6.2018
McAlister’s Deli Launches Cookies for a Cause Campaign for Autism
The Saxton Group, McAlister’s Deli’s largest franchisee, will kick off the next iteration of its Cookies for a Cause campaign April 1st.
News
4.5.2018
Joe's Crab Shack raises funds for Autism Speaks
In support of World Autism Month, Joe's Crab Shack and its Dine Out for Autism program will partner with Autism Speaks.
News
4.5.2018
Cellairis to raise funds & awareness for autism in April
Cellairis, a leading device repair and accessory company, will partner with Autism Speaks throughout April, World Autism Month, to raise funds and
News
4.5.2018
Lokai launches split blue bracelet to benefit Autism Speaks
Lokai, the socially responsible balance brand representing the importance of finding balance along life’s journey, announced a new split blue bracelet
News
4.5.2018
White Castle to “Light It Up Blue” for 10th Annual Fundraiser
During World Autism Month, customers can donate in restaurants and online
Advocacy News
4.3.2018
Idaho becomes the 47th state to require autism insurance coverage!
Idaho became the 47th state to require autism insurance coverage. This will increase acceptance and support for individuals with autism! Read more.
News
4.2.2018
8 Iconic buildings in blue for World Autism Awareness Day
For the second year, The White House joined iconic buildings around the globe to Light It Up Blue on April 2, 2018 in honor of World Autism Awareness
Science Blog
4.2.2018
How the autism community guided the FDA
On May 4, 2017, Stuart Spielman, Autism Speaks senior policy advisor and counsel, and Thomas Frazier, Autism Speaks chief science officer participated
Science News
4.2.2018
FDA embraces autism community’s priorities for new treatments
A new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) report, “The Voice of the Patient: Autism,” distills the input the agency received from members of the
Press Release
4.2.2018