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4.4.2024
Video: Meet the fearless autistic NASCAR driver Armani Williams
Meet Armani Williams, the first NASCAR driver with autism. Armani uses his career as a platform to help improve life outcomes for families affected by
Blog
4.3.2024
Meet the change makers
We are proud to launch our Champions of Change program, empowering 5 people from all corners of the country to be messengers, advocates, allies and
News
4.2.2024
Autistic people need us to act fearlessly
Autism Speaks CEO writes a letter urging the community to act fearlessly for autistic people, their family and their friends this World Autism Month &
Science News
4.2.2024
Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at UN event on technology and autism
Andy Shih gave the opening address at a United Nations event focused on the intersection of technology and autism advocacy hosted by the State of
Press Release
4.2.2024
This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks champions change with new Community Messengers
Autism Speaks announces the Champions of Change program - autistic advocates & spokespeople with a range of experiences, support needs and connections
Press Release
4.1.2024
This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks pledges to Act Fearlessly for acceptance and change
In recognition of World Autism Month, Autism Speaks is launching its #ActFearlessly campaign and encouraging the public to sign its pledge, share
Blog
3.25.2024
Understanding the spectrum of the spectrum
For autistic people and their families, an autism diagnosis can mean many things. This is why the word 'spectrum' is so closely linked to autism.
Blog
3.20.2024
Celebrating fearless women of the autism community
Fearless women - Chloe, Kasey, Tania, Brigid and Jasmyn - open up about personal experiences to inspire continued progress among peers in the autistic
Advocacy News
2.15.2024
Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at congressional hearing on the Autism CARES Act of 2024
On February 14, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Andy Shih testified before Congress on the transformative impact of programs authorized under the
Blog
2.14.2024
Navigating Dating on the Spectrum - Expert Advice from ‘Love on the Spectrum’s’ Dani Bowman and Jennifer Cook
In the spirit of the season of love, coupled with the recent release of season two of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum star Dani Bowman and autism
Blog
2.7.2024
Autism and marriage
A wife with autism talks with her husband about the common realities of being in a relationship with an autistic person and how their relationship
Blog
2.6.2024
Towson men’s basketball coach leading the charge in driving autism awareness
Meet Coach Skerry, Head Coach of the Towson University Men’s Basketball program and Co-founder of Coaches Powering Forward. See how you can join the
Advocacy News
2.1.2024
Autism Speaks CEO testifies before Congress on pathways for employment of individuals with autism and other disabilities
Keith Wargo shared data and personal narratives, illustrating the transformative power of inclusive employment practices, during the House Small
Press Release
1.29.2024
Autism Speaks awards $115,000 in grants to 23 organizations serving the autism community
Autism Speaks announces its 2023 Local Impact Grant recipients. These grants fund nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that provide autistic people with
Blog
1.26.2024
Don’t let dinner turn into a battleground with your picky eater
Autism and picky eating can be a challenge. Click here to read 6 strategies to encourage a healthy diet in autistic children with food aversions.
Advocacy News
1.18.2024