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Today is World Autism Day. It's a day to listen to autistic voices and learn from their experiences. It's a day to celebrate neurodiversity. It's a day of autism awareness, acceptance, and advocacy. At Hopebridge, we're celebrating #worldautismday all month long. Though April is a special month for us, as we celebrate #worldautismmonth this is part of our organization's identity and DNA every single day. Please join me in kicking off a great month of learning, listening, advocacy, and connection. However, this work matters. Our mission matters. Let's work together to ensure that #autismadvocacy and acceptance is on the agenda every month of the year. #inclusion #neurodiversity #autism #advocacy #learnandgrow #acceptance #awareness

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Autism Awareness Month ... What's it all about? Join us in this article as we explore various aspects of autism awareness and advocacy, emphasizing the importance of embracing neurodiversity and promoting acceptance for all. https://lnkd.in/e_iUn_Hw #autismawareness #autism #abatherapy #autismadvocacy #WellspringLearningCenters #WellspringABA

AUTISM REPRESENTATION IN FICTION, AND HOW TO GET IT RIGHT New article on my autism advocacy site, Autistic Not Weird! This one's about a topic which, as an autistic author or neurodivergent fiction, I have some personal and professional experience of. #autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autistic #neurodiversity #neurodivergence #diversity #inclusion #diversityandinclusion #diversityequityinclusion

Advocating for policy change Our Foundation may also engage in advocacy efforts aimed at improving policies and services for individuals with autism. This may include working with lawmakers to develop and implement autism-friendly policies, advocating for better access to services and resources, and promoting the rights of individuals with autism. #autismadvocate #parenting #autismcommunity #speechtherapy #autismparent #autismdad #abatherapy #sensoryprocessingdisorder #occupationaltherapy #disabilityawareness #neurodiverse #differentnotless #autisme #autismrocks #mentalhealthawareness #autismjourney #appliedbehavioranalysis

Autism Strategy Article Share A fantastic initiative has been launched in South Australia. 🚀 A state-first ‘Autism Strategy’, setting out a 5-year roadmap to help improve the lives of all people living with autism and their families. To fulfil commitments made by the Government, the plan will focus on areas like: - Thriving in the workplace - Access to support and services - Interactions with the justice system. What another great step for inclusion in Australia! I am excited to see where this goes next. Click the link below for the full article 📖: https://lnkd.in/gttg8uDX #AccessibleAustralia #Strategy #Government #InclusivePractices #AutismInclusion

One of the most frequent questions I am asked is "What is the right way to say that someone has autism?" I love this question because it means that #wordsmatter and we want to be kind, inclusive, and current in our communication. When we know better, we do better. Plus, language is in constant evolution. #wordnerd Want to know more? Check out this current and compassionate article from my friend and colleague Jana Sarno on Care.com to learn more about this important topic. #autism #advocacy #cleariskind #listen #learnandgrow #asd

World Autism Awareness Day: Celebrating Neurodiversity April 2 marks World Autism Awareness Day, a time to promote understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Through education and advocacy, we aim to create a more inclusive society where individuals with autism can thrive. This day encourages compassion, support, and recognition of the unique strengths and perspectives of those with ASD. By fostering awareness and acceptance, we can build a world that celebrates neurodiversity and empowers every individual to reach their full potential. #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #Inclusion #Acceptance #Empowerment #AutismSupport #WorldAutismDay #ASD #DiversityandInclusion #Advocacy #Education #CommunityAwareness #Equality #Empathy #Understanding #NeurodiverseTalent

🤔 Struggling with how to address your child's unique needs? 💡 Curious about the latest teaching techniques to support students with autism? 🩺 Looking for cutting-edge research to inform your healthcare practices? 🔬 Interested in groundbreaking studies to advance autism research? 🌟 Seeking new strategies to amplify your advocacy efforts for the autism community? These are the questions that anyone dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the autism and neurodiversity community might be asking. As someone committed to making a difference, you deserve answers. That’s exactly what the World Autism Summit is here to provide! Hosted by the Autism Today Foundation, the World Autism Summit brings together parents, professionals, and researchers—all united by a heartfelt mission: to improve the lives of those with autism. Join us from October 17th to 20th to connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and build relationships that drive real change in autism care and advocacy. Save the date and stay tuned for exciting updates and announcements coming soon! 🌍✨ #WorldAutismSummit #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #Advocacy #AutismSupport #AutismTodayFoundaion #WAS2024

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 🌀𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Participating in initiatives like Autism Awareness Walkathon events creates a ripple effect of positive change, influencing not just individuals directly involved but the broader community as well. 🌀𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 By sharing information and personal experiences, you contribute to dispelling misconceptions and fostering empathy and acceptance within society. 🌀𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬 Events centered around Autism create opportunities for individuals and families affected by ASD to connect and build support networks. Your participation fosters a sense of belonging and solidarity, providing much-needed encouragement and resources for those navigating the challenges of autism. 🌀𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 Collective participation in Autism initiatives amplifies advocacy efforts for policy change. By coming together to raise awareness and share experiences, you contribute to shaping policies that promote inclusion, access to services, and support for individuals with ASD and their families. 🌀𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 Your participation in Autism initiatives creates a ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond the event itself. Together, let's continue to participate, advocate, and support one another, creating lasting impact and fostering a more inclusive society for individuals with ASD and their families. #AutismAwareness #PositiveChange #Inclusion #Support #Community #Advocacy