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
Self-Advocacy
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
Testimony on Autism to the New Jersey Legislature
ASAN Endorses Pilot Initiative: ASAN President Ari Ne’eman presented testimony to the New Jersey Legislature in support of an initiative to provide autism services and discussed the need to ensure representation for people on the autism spectrum in public policy discussion.
March 2, 2007