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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…
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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…
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The Parent-Founded Autism Epidemic | Part 1 of a Series
The Parent-Founded Autism Epidemic “Inventing And Then Cashing In On The Autism Epidemic” Series | Part 1 By Eve Reiland So how did parent-run organizations convince the world there was a looming autism epidemic? The idea of an epidemic most likely sources back to the 80s, but it really gained traction in the mid-90s thanks…
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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…
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Meng, Doyle And Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Provide Skill Training For Caregivers Of Children With Autism Or Other Developmental Disabilities Or Delays | Feb. 18, 2022 #AutismPolitics #BanABA
MENG, DOYLE AND FITZPATRICK INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE SKILL TRAINING FOR CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM OR OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES OR DELAYS Feb 18, 2022 Press Release Congressmembers introduce measure on National Caregivers Day. WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, on National Caregivers Day, U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY), Mike Doyle (D-PA), Co-Chair of the Congressional Autism…
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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…