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The purpose of this resource is to support students, families, educators, and other school partners with planning for transition into summer and next school year. As schools continue these planning activities and supports specific to students with disabilities, here are a few key points and considerations: Evaluations and Eligibility• Individualized Education Program (IEP) – Initial IEPs must […]

Have you heard of Jordyn Zimmerman? Jordyn is an autistic woman who is leading the charge as a non speaking advocate for disability rights. School was a struggle for Jordyn and her intelligence was grossly underestimated when she was younger. Thanks to advocacy, her life began to change when she was 18 years old. Assistive […]

Washington Autism Alliance was excited to welcome Dr. Kim Kressin this year to be part of our WAA board. Dr. Kressin is autistic, a neurodiversity advocate and physician. She is working tirelessly to decrease barriers in health care for autistics. We feel very fortunate to have Dr. Kressin as the  Chair of our Health Care […]

Washington Autism Alliance applauds Washington State Legislature for passage of Senate Bill 5883 - Concerning the burden of proof for special education (disputes) due process hearings. Currently, one disadvantage of the burden of proof in special education disputes in Washington state is that it places a significant responsibility on families, particularly those who may not […]

Dating and looking for a loving relationship can bring excitement, but it can also bring some level of stress as a person navigates social interactions with someone you are just getting to know. For neurodivergent individuals looking for love, there may be additional obstacles to navigate in order to thrive in the dating scene. Nonetheless, […]

African-American and Black (AA/B) youth and adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorders rarely are supported in a way that acknowledges both their racial identity and their autism diagnosis. Little is known about intersectional oppression in the lives of these children and adults. As people of color may come to terms with a society that […]