Why Redefine Possible?

Alongside people with autism for a better world

For too long, society has placed limits on what people with autism can achieve. Misconceptions, outdated perceptions, and systemic barriers continue to hold back countless individuals on the spectrum from reaching their full potential.

With 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adults identified with autism spectrum disorder, the urgency to break these barriers has never been greater.

Today, too many autistic people face unnecessary obstacles to education, employment, healthcare, and community engagement—not because of their abilities, but because the world isn’t built to support their success.

We redefine possible.

For two decades, Autism Speaks has been at the forefront of change—advocating, innovating, and reimagining what’s possible for people on the spectrum. Together with the autism community, we’re driving solutions that expand opportunities, remove roadblocks, and open doors to a future where success has no limits.

Our strength comes from the resilience of autistic individuals, the families who fight for opportunity, the educators who nurture potential, the doctors who provide life-changing diagnoses, and the employers who embrace autistic talent. Your commitment to redefining what’s possible drives that vision forward.

Our purpose is clear: to create a world where autistic people have not just acceptance, but access; not just awareness, but action. A world where opportunities are limitless, and every person can thrive.

This World Autism Month, we need you to stand with us in Redefining Possible for the autism community.