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Meet Chris B. … Leadville Trail 100 Ultra Marathon, dedicating his race to his nephew and godson, Cameron, who was diagnosed with Level-3 autism spectrum disorder at the age of two. Alongside running the race, Chris used Fundraise Your Way to raise close to $100,000 for Autism Speaks. His fundraising page expressed his deep motivation: "I am running for Cameron. I am running for Autism Speaks …
One World Trade Center will Light It Up Blue on April 2… One World Trade Center will Light It Up Blue for the 3rd year in a row on April 2, 2017 in honor of World Autism Awareness Day! The One World Trade Center tower will light up its spire blue for everyone with autism. This building started construction in April, 2006 and opened to the public in May, 2015. It is currently the tallest …
Meet Nils S.… school counselors unintentionally revealed the news to me during a session. Although I had been officially diagnosed with autism at the age of 10, I didn’t know until that day. I was initially shocked and worried about what it meant when I … however, I've come to appreciate how it gives me a different perspective and has been advantageous to me in many ways. My autism makes me unique in that I have an eidetic memory and am able to process information more quickly than the average … has helped me excel academically in my areas of specialized interest, and I tend to be very direct in speaking my mind. My autism also gives me a narrow and single-minded focus on my topics of specialization, particularly the field of history …
Recently Passed COVID-19 Congressional Legislation and Ongoing Advocacy Efforts … Congress has passed several bills to address the COVID-19 pandemic. As the crisis has unfolded, Autism Speaks has been actively engaged with Members of Congress and federal agencies to ensure that the concerns of the autism community are being heard . Autistic individuals and families need help now. While the recently passed bills provide …
Meet The Bates Family… “My hip was hurting really bad, but I was proud of myself for not giving up,” said Zach, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 4. “Maybe my next goal will be the Cocodona 250, who knows?” The Cocodona 250 is 250-mile … about. But as they are given the freedom to excel at what they love, they will begin to soar and surprise us with the gift autism has given them as an individual.” On the day of his big race in January, Zach had his ultra-marathon mentor, John …
Meet Jack, Isaac and Petya … Video (Responsive)."]} To celebrate World Autism Month, we are highlighting each our of mission objectives in a series of five virtual profiles. Each week in April, we will share meaningful conversations with families and individuals in the autism community. This week, meet Carin and Ron and their children Jack, Alyssa, Peter, Tommy, Isaac and Petya – whose …
The Lady of Lebanon will Light It Up Blue on April 2… The famous Lady of Lebanon will Light It Up Blue on April 2, 2017 in honor of World Autism Awareness Day! Located on the Harissa Hill, in Lebanon, the famous shrine was founded in 1904 and draws millions of … and Muslims from all over the world. The famous statue overlooks the capital city Beirut. In cooperation with the Autism Awareness Association (AAA) of Lebanon, this famous landmark will participate in Light It Up Blue for the second …
Sensory-Friendly Santa: South Hills Village… Santa welcomes children of all ages and abilities! Autism Speaks is thrilled to be partnering with Cherry Hill Programs again this holiday season to provide sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country! All families with children with autism and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa, in a more subdued and calm …
Sensory-Friendly Santa: Parkway Place… Santa welcomes children of all ages and abilities! Autism Speaks is thrilled to be partnering with Cherry Hill Programs again this holiday season to provide sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country! All families with children with autism and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa, in a more subdued and calm …
Sensory-Friendly Santa: Riverchase Galleria… Santa welcomes children of all ages and abilities! Autism Speaks is thrilled to be partnering with Cherry Hill Programs again this holiday season to provide sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country! All families with children with autism and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa, in a more subdued and calm …