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Washington state legislators have taken decisive action to address the financial strain on school districts and the potential harm to students caused by a cap on special education funding. Both chambers of the state legislature have passed Senate Bill(SB) 5263, which will eliminate the enrollment cap that limited the amount of funding districts could receive […]

How are you going to show your support and acceptance for autism? During Autism Acceptance Month, we are asking that you think of ways you can show support of Washington’s autistic community members and take action.  Ideas for how you can show your support during Autism Acceptance Month:  For the past 16 years, we have […]

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) President, Dr. Susan J. Kressly, has issued a statement in response to a recent Washington Post article. The article revealed that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) had hired David A. Geier, a known vaccine skeptic, to examine existing data on vaccines and autism. Dr. Kressly […]

During Autism Acceptance Month, show your support for Washington’s autistic community members by taking action! Here are a few ideas: This is me and my handsome men! My inspirations and my moral compass in this journey we share together. Remember, our words and actions matter. Let’s show our support for the autistic community not just […]

Neuroscientist Gina Rippon has highlighted a concerning trend: autism in girls and women is significantly underdiagnosed. This is due to autistic traits often being masked or misinterpreted, leading to delayed or missed diagnoses and unnecessary suffering. Reasons for Underdiagnosis Signs of Autism in Girls and Women Moving Forward

In honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the incredible contributions of autistic women and girls to our communities. Their unique perspectives, strengths, and experiences make the world a more vibrant and inclusive place. Throughout history, autistic women and girls have faced countless challenges and barriers. Yet, they have persevered and achieved great things. From […]