Moms are an integral part of the autism community, whether they are neurotypical mothers fighting to get their autistic child the help and support that they need to thrive, autistic mothers who have and raise children in defiance of ableist assumptions, or autistic mothers who have autistic children and used their lived experience of that […]

As a parent of a neurodivergent child, I often wonder (and worry) about the opportunities for employment for him as an adult.  According to the University of Connecticut’s The Center For Neurodiversity & Employment Innovation, unemployment for neurodivergent adults runs at least as high as 30-40%, which is three times the rate for people with […]

During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the countless women who have fought courageously for equality, justice, and opportunity in our Nation.  We also reaffirm our commitment to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls around the world.  During this month, it’s also important for us to remember that a crucial aspect of equality is equal […]

Washington Autism Alliance reached out to our community to submit businesses that they know support employing people with disabilities.