How to be an Ally of Autistic People
byBy Jordan Wilson-Dalzell There are many ways you can show up and support autistic people. First, remember to listen to us. We are the…
Autism Speaks
Why I No Longer Use the Puzzle Piece in My Jewelry Creations
byThe puzzle piece is becoming more and more stigmatized in the autistic community, and I completely understand why. As the symbol becomes more known…
Why I embrace the puzzle piece as a symbol for autism
byEditor’s Note: Baylie Nixon has changed her mind about the puzzle piece in her jewelry making here. Baylie Nixon incorporates the rainbow infinity symbol…
2016 a year of change for the autism community
byThe Art of Autism looks back at 2016 and prepares for challenges in the future. By Debra Muzikar with Keri Bowers 2016 has shown…
Grassroots advocacy: Matt Asner joins Autism Society of America
byMatt Asner speaks to the Art of Autism about his move from Autism Speaks to Autism Society of America, his family and his vision…
Autism Speaks revamps its Mission Statement
byLong overdue Autism Speaks removes the word “cure” and puts the needs of autistic individuals and their families first in their new mission statement…
A Woman to Be Reckoned With: The Controversial Legacy of Suzanne Wright
byby Amy Gravino I first met Suzanne Wright in New York at the Permanent Mission of Bangladesh, just before I spoke at the United…
A Physician speaks: What Physicians can learn from the #neurodiversity movement
by…in our daily communication with patients and families, how often do we, as physicians, inadvertently promote negative stereotypes, diminish our patients’ self-worth, or portray…