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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 […]

Have you been feeling the chill in the air? Are you ready to ditch the snow and ice and start feeling some warmth? Do you need something to Warm Your Heart? Join us during the month of February as we reach out to our community, our family and our friends, to raise money and support […]

There’s a public hearing on a Senate Bill (5966) tomorrow at 1:30 pm that would undo some of the gains we made with the restraint bill (House Bill 1240) in 2015. It would change the standard from imminent likelihood of serious harm (objective) to “reasonable belief” of such harm (subjective, and looser).  Please sign up […]

Are you a parent of a child with a disability that has an existing 504 or IEP? Do you have a child with a disability that struggles in school and believe they need services and support to be successful in that environment but don’t currently have an IEP or 504? Washington Autism Alliance (WAA) is […]