…across the world to take control of our own lives and the future of our common community, and seek to organize the autistic community to ensure our voices are heard…
…with disabilities into the broader community. The follow-up report, “ASAN’s Invitational Summit on Supported Decision-Making and Transition to the Community: Conclusions and Recommendations” provides recommendations for the use of supported…
…the future of our common community, and seek to organize the autistic community to ensure our voices are heard in the national conversation about us. Nothing About Us, Without Us!…
…check out our last voting webinar, Prepare to Vote 101: Making a Plan! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdAFqgHd-ro Why Vote? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA2D8ffPc-Q Prepare to Vote 201: Combat Voting Barriers for You and Your Community https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef1Oh0YWXDU…
…get to be a part of every conversation about autism. Take our pledge today at AutismAcceptance.com Day of Mourning Every March 1, ASAN and the wider disability community hold vigils…
To members of the Conference Committee and Governor Deval Patrick, We are writing as concerned members of the disability community to urge you to give your support to Amendment #548,…
These comments are available as a PDF here. September 12, 2022 Alejandro Reyes U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave. SW, PCP–6125 Washington, DC 20202 Autistic Self Advocacy Network Comments…
…a different way and connect with a vast, wonderfully diverse community. Their Welcome to the Autistic Community video introduced me to the concept of neurodiversity, and it was revolutionary. It…
The more “autism awareness” events I see, the more I realize the general public is more comfortable with the idea of Autistic people than the reality. With a puzzle piece,…
…communication (AAC) methods, like sign language, communication boards, and iPads. Effective communication is a key part of self-determination! Read more about self-determination, key laws, and our work here. Read more…
