Civil Rights are Disability Rights
As a disability rights organization, ASAN continually affirms both that people with disabilities are members of every marginalized group and that disability rights are civil…
November 22, 2019
Inclusion & Acceptance
Integrated employment is in the spotlight NEXT WEEK!
This summer, you put in the work to pass the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act. Thanks to your advocacy, we’ve seen new cosponsors signing on…
October 24, 2019
ASAN Opposes the RESPONSE Act
ASAN condemns the introduction of the RESPONSE Act in the Senate. While this bill frames itself as an attempt to prevent gun violence, in reality,…
October 23, 2019
ASAN Condemns Finalization of the “Public Charge” Rule
ASAN condemns the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) finalization of the “Public Charge” rule, which discriminates against immigrants who need public benefits to survive. Under…
August 13, 2019
How are YOU taking action this TCEA Tuesday? ✊
When she was young, Laura worked in a sheltered workshop. She was paid eight cents an hour doing contract work. Nicki faced discrimination at work….
August 13, 2019
ASAN Denounces President’s Remarks on Mental Health
This past weekend, mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio killed at least 30 people and injured over 50 more. These mass shootings,…
August 5, 2019
ASAN Has Ended Partnership With Sesame Street
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network condemns Sesame Street’s decision to further stigma against autistic children and adults in their new Public Service Announcements. For several…
August 5, 2019
This August recess, let your members of Congress know it’s time to #WorkWithUs
August is a Congressional recess, a time when our elected officials head home to meet with constituents. This is a great time to personally reach…
August 1, 2019
ASAN Praises House Passage of Raise the Wage Act
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network applauds the passage of the Raise the Wage Act in the House of Representatives. This bill would raise the federal…
July 16, 2019
ACTION ALERT: We have until June 21st to speak up for equal pay
UPDATE: The comment period has been extended to June 21st! We now have more time to combat the subminimum wage. Read the action alert below…
May 30, 2019
ASAN Condemns New Religious Refusals of Care Rule
ASAN condemns the Trump Administration’s new “Religious Refusals of Care Rule”, which allows hospitals and medical providers to refuse people care based on their religious…
May 2, 2019
White House Fails Autistic Community, Again
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is disappointed but not surprised by the White House’s continued participation in Autism Speaks’ “Light It Up Blue” campaign. If…
April 3, 2019