Articles
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
People highlights Tallulah Willis as Autism Speaks Honoree
Tallulah Willis will be recognized by Autism Speaks for fostering understanding and inclusivity for the autism community.
Blog
7.22.2024
Disneyland autism guide
Read our Disneyland autism guide for information and tips on how Disneyland accommodates and supports autistic guests for a more enjoyable experience.
News
7.22.2024
Lindsay Naeder discusses water safety with USA Today
Lindsay Naeder, Autism Speaks VP of services & supports, talks to USA Today about wandering and water safety for autistics. Read more and access
Science News
7.15.2024
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
Advocacy News
7.11.2024
IACC meeting focuses on support for caregivers
Autism Speaks was grateful to join this meeting's discussion that highlighted the critical role family caregivers play throughout their loved one’s
News
7.11.2024
Stuart Spielman talks 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,
Blog
7.11.2024
Preparing for the new school year
In this blog, read about two autistic students who are preparing to go back to school after the summer.
Blog
7.10.2024