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KIRKLAND, WA – November 21, 202] – The Washington Autism Alliance (WAA) today enthusiastically commended The Arc of Massachusetts for the release of their vital new findings on state-funded pilots demonstrating the success of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for adults with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who have complex needs. The study, which […]

Washington Autism Alliance is thrilled to announce it has received a grant of $15K from the CLA Foundation. This grant is a testament to our work and will enable us to continue our mission of providing vital support to families. “The CLA Foundation believes in the power of education, employment, and entrepreneurship to transformlives,” said […]

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! While we can proudly look back at the incredible progress we’ve made toward greater inclusivity in the workforce, the journey continues!

A broad coalition of national, state, and local disability, civil rights, and education organizations expresses profound concern regarding the extensive layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education. These reductions have significantly diminished crucial offices, including the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), and the […]

KIRKLAND, WA – October 10, 2025– As discussions surrounding the causes of autism and the allocation of research resources continue, the Washington Autism Alliance (WAA) today reiterated its firm commitment to science-backed approaches. The WAA emphasizes the importance of evidence-based research and responsible communication regarding autism. “Our community and their families are frequently exposed to […]