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Empowerment is when you have gained the confidence in yourself to have the light bulb go on in your head. You realize you can take control of your life and you understand that now you have done it. —Nancy Ward

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Tell Congress to support real work for real pay!

People with disabilities deserve real work for real pay. Here’s how YOU can take action to make that happen:

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ASAN Statement on the Conviction of Derek Chauvin

Last year, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered George Floyd, a Black man, by kneeling on his neck for nine and a half…

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Start Here: a guide for parents of autistic kids

We’re pleased to announce the release of our new booklet, “Start Here: a guide for parents of autistic kids”

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☔ ASAN April Update ☔

ASAN April Newsletter

Dear friends,
As we wrap up another Autism Acceptance Month, we are honored and grateful to be a part of celebrating autistic culture…

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Before You Donate to Autism Speaks, Consider the Facts

Very little money donated to Autism Speaks goes toward helping autistic people and families.

🌱ASAN March Update🌱

ASAN March Newsletter

Dear friends,

This has been a difficult month for many of our community members. We began the month with the virtual vigil for…

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