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Holiday party
Blog
11.6.2024

Cómo hago que las vacaciones sean ‘aptas para autistas’

Esta entrada del blog está escrita por Meghan Ashburn, que vive en Virginia con su marido y sus cuatro hijos. Fue profesora de primaria durante cinco
Tania and Valeria at the grocery store
Blog
11.6.2024

One day at a time: Tania and Valeria’s journey with CST

With the help of the virtual Caregiver Skills Training (eCST) program, developed with support from Autism Speaks, Tania is helping her daughter learn
Anne Grego-Nagel and family
Blog
11.5.2024

Inclinarse hacia el autismo: Adapta las fiestas a tus necesidades

Lea consejos útiles, compartidos por una madre autista, para ayudar a las personas con autismo y sus familias a disfrutar de la temporada navideña y
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News
11.5.2024

Autism Digest shares Tyler and Tonya’s journey to employment

Autism Digest shares the journey to employment for Autism Speaks Champions of Change, Tonya and Tyler Haynes.
Bernie Marcus
News
11.5.2024

Honoring the legacy of Bernie Marcus

Bernie Marcus was a visionary and trailblazer whose boundless compassion reshaped the autism community and empowered millions to reach their potential
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News
11.5.2024

Rumer Willis celebrates sister Tallulah Willis at Autism Speaks Los Angeles Gala

People spotlights Tallulah and Rumer Willis, daughters of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, as Tallulah is recognized by her sister at the Autism Speaks
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News
11.5.2024

Forbes shares tips from Autism Speaks on creating an inclusive Halloween for kids with autism

Victoria Handy shares how she and her daughter make adjustments so they can celebrate Halloween as autistic individuals, highlighting businesses that
Thanksgiving ham and other foods on a table
Expert Opinion
11.1.2024

Consejos para crear un Día de Acción de Gracias respetuoso con el autismo

Las festividades como el Día de Acción de Gracias pueden ser estresantes para las personas con autismo y sus familias. En este artículo, la experta en
Holiday shoppers and crowded streets
Blog
11.1.2024

Plan de seguridad para las vacaciones

Irene van der Zande, fundadora y directora ejecutiva de Kidpower, ofrece consejos de seguridad a tener en cuenta antes de que las familias con seres
three girls looking at a field of flowers with their arms around each other
Science News
11.1.2024

Autism diagnosis on the rise, according to trends study

A new study shows the number of children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder has increased by 175% over a decade. Why is autism
John Frizzell and Alex Astrella, Autism Partnership Foundation 2024 Conference
Blog
10.31.2024

An opportunity to be different: The value of autistic talent in Hollywood

John Frizzell and Alex Astrella share their perspectives on the untapped value the autistic community can bring to Hollywood, if given the opportunity
Sad people sitting on a couch comforting each other
Blog
10.31.2024

Managing distressing news and events

Resources for coping with natural disasters, political turmoil, violence, war and the daily cycle of bad news.
Vijay Vasudevan standing in front of a poster with his research
Science News
10.30.2024

Autism Speaks’ director of data science speaks at APHA conference

Vijay Vasudevan, Autism Speaks’ director of data science and evaluation research, is taking the stage at the annual American Public Health Association
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Advocacy News
10.29.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - October 2024

This newsletter edition shares updates about voting, California advocacy wins, employment policy and the Autism CARES Act of 2024.
Vote the Spectrum from First Place AZ
Blog
10.28.2024

Vote the Spectrum aims to broaden the spectrum of democracy

First Place AZ launched VotetheSpectrum.org, a nonpartisan movement that aims to register and educate voters with disabilities across the U.S.
Person with eyes shut
Blog
10.24.2024

Just relax: A guide to progressive muscle relaxation

Progressive muscle relaxation is a mindfulness technique that involves tensing and relaxing your muscles to ease anxiety, stress and help with co