Despite a wealth of scientific evidence debunking any link between autism and vaccinations, tonight’s Republican primary debate featured prominent commentary from a leading candidate repeating inaccurate information suggesting a link….
On April 19th, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network issued the following statement in response to new reports further detailing Hans Asperger’s collaboration with the Nazi regime: We are a community…
…Self Advocacy Network recommends that if an autism registry is created, clear statements should be made indicating that the data may not be comprehensive. ▪ Written consent should be obtained…
…as violent and unfit for family life. This false portrayal reflects a longstanding prejudice, recently addressed by ASAN President Ari Ne’eman, that people with disabilities are “inherently unfit as spouses…
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is appalled by Christine Montross’s February 18th op-ed in the New York Times promoting a return to mental institutions. Montross’s op-ed is part of a…
…that help us live our lives, and teach people how to be understanding and supportive of the autistic community. This page outlines what ASAN thinks about many different topics related…
…2020 cautioned that “as a potentially underserved group, people with disabilities would be expected to experience disadvantages in health and well-being compared with the general population.” Unfortunately, that statement continues…
…to provide testimony about community inclusion, participation, social capital, employment, self-determination, person centered choices, self-advocacy, accessibility, and other important topics. All comments, position statements, and testimony are welcomed by ADD….
…pleased to see this strong statement against discrimination. To read the transcript of ASAN President Ari Ne’eman’s 2009 testimony to the EEOC about improving regulations to protect Autistic workers, click…
…providers and other professionals, family members, disability and health advocates, consultants, and a bank development corporation – who contributed to SAMHSA’s report issued a statement to the same effect: We…
