Autistic Culture Discussed
An article in Salon.com describes the prominent role of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network in advancing the Autistic culture and seeking to improve quality of life and…
April 27, 2009
Self-Advocacy
The Autistic Community Mourns the Passing of Alyric
Self-Advocate Mourned: Alyric, a well-respected blogger in the Autistic community, has passed away. Her strong stand for justice and honesty, her kindness and encouragement, and her contributions to our community will be greatly missed.
April 22, 2009
Neurodiversity and Self-advocacy Discussed
ASAN’s Ari Ne’eman and Scott Michael Robertson appeared on “Meet the Peetes” on the Oprah & Friends channel (XM-156) on XM Satellite Radio on June 11, 2008…
June 11, 2008
Philanthropy Journal Report
ASAN and the Autistic Rights Movement were highlighted in the Philanthropy Journal’s News Roundup for June 4, 2008
June 4, 2008
Self-Advocacy Discussed
On the National Public Radio (NPR) show The Bryant Park Project, ASAN President Ari Ne’eman discussed the Autistic Rights Movement and the autistic self-advocacy community. Click here…
June 2, 2008
New York Magazine Story
ASAN President Ari Ne’eman was profiled in a New York Magazine article entitled “The Autism Rights Movement.”
May 25, 2008
ASAN Australia World Autism Day Press Release
World Autism Day Statement: On this the inaugural World Autism Day ASAN Australia asks society to recognize the existence, needs and aspirations of Autistic Adults living in our society.
April 2, 2008
Successful Response to Ransom Notes
Both the Washington Post and the New York Daily News carried stories about the success of the disability community’s response to the “Ransom Notes” ad campaign, in which ASAN’s…
December 20, 2007
Victory! The End of the Ransom Notes Campaign
Ransom Notes Ads to be Removed: ASAN and the disability community’s united efforts succeed in getting the NYU Child Study Center to withdraw the “Ransom Notes” ad campaign.
December 19, 2007
Ransom Notes Controversy
ASAN’s response to the “Ransom Notes” campaign was reported in The New York Times and in The Wall Street Journal Online.
December 14, 2007
An Urgent Call to Action: Tell NYU Child Study Center to Abandon Stereotypes Against People With Disabilities
Urgent Action Required: The NYU Ransom Notes campaign defames people on the autism spectrum and others of neurological difference. Take action now!
December 8, 2007
Testimony on Aversives & Restraints
ASAN Urges Comprehensive Ban on Aversives: In testimony to the New York State Education Department regarding proposed regulations on aversives and restraints, ASAN President Ari Ne’eman condemned the use of aversives and stated that restraints are not legitimate medical interventions.
March 2, 2007