Redefine Possible

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, the stakes have never been higher for the autism community. Significant hurdles remain in the areas of employment, health and wellness, and community and connection. We aim to change that forever – and redefine possible for people with autism!

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Empower Walk & 5K Run - making change happen!

Join the Empower Walk & 5K Run

The Empower Walk & 5K Run combines our signature Walk with an exciting new 5K Run. While we’ve updated the name and logo, our mission remains unchanged: to create a more inclusive world. The Empower Walk & 5K Run is for everyone who wants to make a difference in the autism community. Whether you choose to walk or run, participate as an individual or as part of a team — join us today to be a part of something truly impactful!

6.12.25

KVUE Austin highlights water safety tips with Eileen Lamb

In a recent interview, Eileen Lamb of Autism Speaks emphasized that autistic children are nearly 40 times more likely to drown due to their attraction

5.15.25

HEADs UP Act is introduced in the US House of Representatives

HEADs UP Act is introduced in Congress to help achieve better health outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD),

5.8.25

Forbes celebrates the evolution of Autism Speaks

Spotlighting the voices of autism advocates, Forbes highlights the progress Autism Speaks has made as an organization and for the autism community

Andy Shih accepting an award at INSAR 2025

5.1.25

Autism Speaks CSO Dr. Andy Shih honored for advancing autism research worldwide

On May 1, 2025, Dr. Shih, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer, received the 2025 Research Advocacy Award from the International Society for Autism

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4.30.25

Policy Pulse | New data, bills and opportunities to advocate

This newsletter edition highlights World Autism Month activity, new legislation and autism data, and an exciting opportunity to advocate in DC.

4.25.25

Big wins for Love the Moment™ at the 2025 Halo Awards

Autism Speaks and Wilson Sporting Goods brought home multiple honors at this year’s 2025 Halo Awards for their collaborative Love the Moment

Advocacy priorities

Autism Speaks influences policy at the state and federal government levels. To do this, we work with Congress, the White House, state legislators, agencies, and regulators.

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Do you have a job that's right for someone with autism? If you're hiring, the answer is yes!

Our Workplace Inclusion Now (WIN) program can help!

Learn more about WIN

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Jasmyn and her son, DC

By using my voice and getting involved in community events like the Empower Summit & Challenge, I hope to create greater access to resources and education, providing a valuable roadmap for my son, DC, and other families on similar journeys.

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Imani G.

Being part of the Empower Summit & Challenge is an honor and a chance to drive meaningful change. I hope to use my voice to amplify the needs of the autism community, inspire collective action, and help shape [the] future.

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Kiki C.

As each of us contributes in our own way, everyone in this community—whether a parent, an autistic individual, a professional, or a loved one—has something meaningful to share.

Read Kiki C.'s Story

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Sydney C.

Lights, Camera, Friendship on the Spectrum aims to look beyond the tired, traditional meaning and perspective of autism, but what’s more is its power to influence how we see each other as fellow humans.

Read Sydney C.'s Story

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If you've met one person with autism, you've met one person with autism.

- Dr. Stephen Shore

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