Freddie Mac Seeks Autistic Interns
…we strongly encourage you to send your resume to resumes@autisticadvocacy.org. Many of our past interns have had their employment extended on a long term basis. We hope you’ll consider this…
May 29, 2013
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Statement on CDC Autism Monitoring Efforts
…are not included in prevalence data, needs such as transition, housing, and employment related services will not receive sufficient attention or funding. We encourage the ADDM to develop a fuller…
April 22, 2015
Written Testimony at Senate Guardianship Hearing
…exercise control over our own bodies and our own healthcare, seek employment, exercise parental rights, and even vote. It is not uncommon for guardians—especially professional guardians—to spend little or no…
October 14, 2021
Autism Research for Us: Creating an agenda led by the autistic community
…services for all ages Adulthood and aging: Transition to adulthood. Employment Parenting Adult diagnosis Trajectories over the lifespan Aging At the symposium, we will discuss the future of research. We…
April 6, 2023
ASAN Opposes Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh
…Kavanaugh said that the government can discriminate against some of its employees In the case Miller v. Clinton, Kavanaugh wrote that the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), an anti-discrimination…
August 13, 2018
ASAN Comment on Healthy Pennsylvania 1115 Demonstration Application
…employment, transportation, public accommodation, and, of course, health care. We insist that CMS not approve the application, as submitted, pending the completion of an extended legal review as the application…
April 10, 2014
EEOC Sues Employer for Discriminating Against Autistic Worker
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit charging an employer with violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by refusing to hire an applicant on the…
May 19, 2011
Focus Group on Autism and Ethics
…variety of topics of interest to Autistic individuals and their families, including education, employment, housing, medical and psychiatric issues, and many others. The meeting time and location are as follows:…
May 24, 2011
Keeping the Promise: Self Advocates Defining the Meaning of Community Living
…what kinds of living arrangements should qualify for HCBS funds, this report addressed policy issues in the areas of housing, education, employment, and transportation. Download the PDF here: Keeping the…
April 15, 2014
ASAN’s Comments on Proposed Rulemaking on Home and Community Based Services
…supported employment and not be used for sheltered workshops or settings paying sub-minimum wage for people with disabilities. CMS community funding should not be used for any segregated settings, including…
June 10, 2011