The Arc Applauds Social Security Administration’s Ending the Use of…
Changing how we talk about people with disabilities is a
Advice from Someone Who Has Been There
I love Larry Bissonnette- artist and disability rights activist. If
Jennifer Byde Myers: Autism and the Quest for Knowledge
Great post by Jennifer Byde Myers at jennyalice.com. Jack doesn’t
Kuusisto on the Fraudulent Writing about Autism at Slate
Stephen Kuusisto on the ableist article about autism and neurodiversity on Slate.
The Inclusive Education of Adults with Autism
This week on The Inclusive Class Podcast, we will be
Ido In Autismland
We love Ido In Autismland, a blog by Ido a young autistic advocate who types to communicate.
Person-First Language – ‘autistic’ vs. ‘with autism’
There is some debate about using the term ‘autistic child’
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Partners with Paper Clouds…
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), the world’s
I Am Autistic and I Know What Autism Is
Autism is not a set of deficits. Autism is complex and all of us can self-advocate despite the difficulties we might face. Autism is life. I am Autistic, I self-advocate and I am happy.
Disneyland and autism
I’m stepping outside of my typical green business posts today
Awesome Resource : Tiny Grace Notes (AKA Ask an Autistic)
We absolutely love Tiny Grace Notes. Check it out, you
It is About Respect
Respect for one another is one basic quality if we want to have meaningful conversations and relationships with other human beings. The ableism that disabled people experience is a form of disrespect.
Christmas Wish for Children and Teachers of Sandy Hook
We wanted to do something that would specifically honor some of the passions and characteristics the victims families described.
30 Ways to Support Sandy Hook Families Now
The victims and families have been and will continue to
Dylan Hockley, 6
The Dylan Hockley Memorial Fund has been established in honor of Dylan. The fund will be used to benefit children with autism and other special needs.
Expert: Asperger’s not linked to violence
Published: Dec. 22, 2012 at 10:07 PM PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 22
Autism device hidden in designer vest
With files from the CBC's Chad Pawson A Vancouver entrepreneur's
A mother’s anger: Stop linking autism to violence
Sarah Darer Littman and her son shared their story at
Happiness is Fireflies
This very sweet video, 'Fireflies' by The Jubilee Project is about two kids that connect in a beautiful way.
Henry’s Road to Inclusion Part 1
Henry met Tracy, Larry, Harvey Lavoy, and Pascal Cheng on June 9, 2011. It was a very special day, one that would change Henry's life forever.
Stephen Wiltshire
We are huge fans of the extraordinarily talented Stephen Wiltshire.
Sensory/Movement Differences and Diversity
For a lot of people, the most anticipated books each
UNH IOD Standing With Henry
But after watching Wretches and Jabberers, a film about autism and self-advocacy, Henry’s way of interacting with the world changed radically. He realized that he had a voice, could use it, and had a right to participate in discussions about his education and life.
Amy Sequenzia: I Need to Thank Some People
After “Non-speaking, ‘low-functioning’” was published, lots of people wanted to hear from me. I met so many amazing people, autistic bloggers with so much to share and the smartest people I know. Parents of autistic children also valued my words.
Shatter the Myths About Autism
"No Myths". Must see PSA by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network and the Dan Merino Foundation. Change the conversation about autism.
Ollibean Creed
The Ollibean Creed, our parenting true north for raising children with and without disabilities.
Which Congressman Is Blocking Bill That Would Protect Kids with Autism?
Legislation aimed at protecting children with autism and other disabilities
Autistic Student Wins the Right to Go to School
Henry Frost had a pretty simple goal: he wanted to go to school like any other kid.
Emily Willingham “Autism Bingo: The Congressional Hearing Version”
Our science editor Emily Willingham live-tweeted Thursday's Congressional autism hearing
Autism on CSPAN Washington Journal
Hi. My name is Henry Frost. I am a 13
Get Schooled: Jack Black Rocks “Sensitive”
AUTISM IS AWESOMISM . LOVE this video performed by the incredible Wyatt Isaacs (Autism the Musical), Jack Black, Stephen Stills from the Miracle Project Benefit.