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Cure Autism Now: Unite The Fight | November 5, 1996

Unite The Fight Collaboration is a cornerstone of CAN’s policy. In the past, the autism community has been weakened from within by disagreements between various groups over issues such as aversives, inclusion, diagnostics etc. But there is so much more on which we all agree, most importantly, that we will work for a better life […]

September 12, 2022
Cure Autism Now: The Advancement in Pediatric Autism Research Act | 1999

S.2263HR.4203 This historic legislation is designed to greatly increase funding and awareness of autism, a severe neurological disorder that currently affects over 400,000 individuals in the United States alone, and one in every 500 children born today, at an annual national cost of over $13.3 billion dollars. Sponsored by: The main points of the legislation: […]

September 9, 2022
Cure Autism Now(CAN) Funds research in search of answers | Fall/Winter 1997

Cure Autism Now(CAN) Funds research in search of answers COSAC Outreach, Fall/Winter 1997 by Jon Shestack The Cure Autism Now (CAN) foundation was established in California almost two years ago by a group of parents, clinicians and researchers. In looking for answers for their own children and patients, they were shocked to find how little […]

September 7, 2022
Autism: A Real Epidemic Or Better Counting? | Part 2 Of A Series

[Content Warning: Autistic history is very triggering. Please take caution this piece includes ableism, stigma, eugenics, homophobia, abuse, and more.] Autism: A Real Epidemic Or Better Counting? INVENTING AND THEN CASHING IN ON THE AUTISM EPIDEMIC SERIES | PART 2 By Eve Reiland Hollywood magic and celebrities for awareness were instrumental in bringing attention to […]

August 6, 2022
The Autism Coalition (ACRE): About Us, Mission Statement, History & Members | 2002

The Autism Coalition Mission Statement To raise money and dispense funds to the programs and projects of existing autism organizations who have ongoing programs to fund biomedical and applied research, and provide education and services to the autistic communityTo speak with one voice on certain common concerns, such as the need to increase funding for […]

July 30, 2022
Autism Speaks Partner: Sprouts Farmers Market | #NotAnAutisticAlly

Sprouts Farmers Market Sprouts Farmers Market has partnered with Autism Speaks since 2011. Doug Sanders is the President and CEO of the company, and is a parent of an Autistic. Sprouts stores have participated in the Autism Speaks Puzzle Piece campaign to raise funds and awareness of local autism service providers. Autism service providers utilize […]

April 23, 2022
The Autism Society Launches New Brand with Accessibility Standards, Created with the Autism Community | Nov. 15, 2021

The Autism Society Launches New Brand with Accessibility Standards, Created with the Autism Community November 15, 2021 09:00 ET | Source: Autism Society of America Rockville, MD, Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Autism Society has launched a new brand developed with the Autism community, representing the diverse experiences and needs across the Autism spectrum. The […]

March 31, 2022