Is it Your Birthday? Birthday Fundraisers on Facebook benefit nonprofits
By Debra Muzikar, Co-Founder The Art of Autism The Art of Autism just received our first check from Facebook for $1,235.53! (Since our first…
Make your workplace more accommodating for autistic employees
By Jim McKinley Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are very prevalent in the United States. One in 68 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum…
Art Outside the Lines – an art studio managed by artists with disabilities
“…my artists are reminded every day that we are not just advocating for ourselves, but for people with disabilities all over the world, because…
Tips to teach autistic children
By Rachel Summers Many people see teaching autistic children as an extra challenge, as many of them don’t learn in conventional ways. However, teaching…
People of Diversity, Speaking (PODS) – Seeking Submissions
PODS – People of Diversity, Speaking is a project similar to HONY – Humans of New York. PODS promotes the art of storytelling and…
Ryan Smoluk’s art work provides insight into mental illness
“Mental illness is the elephant in the room that no one wants to talk about, until they absolutely have to.” By Ryan Smoluk It’s…
A mom shares her story of autism and faith
“The “sand” reference came from a statement Noah made before his diagnosis – a clue that the texture of the strawberry jelly in his…
The Sibling Experience: 7 blogs from brothers and sisters
The sibling relationship is often the most long lasting relationship a person has in their lifetimes. It is often life-changing for the sibling who…