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Honoring the fearless moms in our community. Read Tonya’s story 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 Information and support What is autism? There is no one type of autism, but many. Learn the signs One of the most important things you can do. Newly diagnosed Start here In your community Autism Response Team Have questions? We are here to help. Providers & information Expert advice. Credible resources. Local providers. Autism friendly events Find events in your area. Find the resources right for you Person with autism Parent Educator 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. See our advocacy priorities Together, we are creating a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. 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Walk with us Autism news All the latest that matters to our community 4.30.24 New $2 million research initiative will study heart and brain health in people with autism The American Heart Association and Autism Speaks are joining forces to fund pioneering research to learn more about how to enhance cardiovascular and 4.22.24 Autism Speaks opens grant applications for autistic researchers As part of our mission to be a catalyst for life-enhancing research breakthroughs, Autism Speaks is proud to announce a new round of our Predoctoral 4.19.24 Takeaways from the April 2024 IACC Meeting This IACC meeting was an opportunity to recognize Autism Acceptance Month, share upcoming IACC publications and federal agency updates, and discuss 4.17.24 Research shows no causal link between Tylenol and autism A new study shows that there is no link between Tylenol and autism and that the previously reported connection is likely due to other underlying 4.10.24 Autism Speaks Endorses Bill to Ban the Sale of Water Beads Marketed as Toys Autism Speaks has joined family advocates and groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics in calling for a ban of the sale of water beads marketed 4.5.24 Autism Speaks rings the NASDAQ stock market closing bell for World Autism Month Brian Harper, chairman of the Autism Speaks Board of Directors was joined with a group of autistic people, families and caregivers, and Autism Speaks Read more Learn the skills you need to support your child’s development At no cost to families, the World Health Organization’s Caregiver Skills Training (CST) program teaches parents and caregivers the day-to-day skills they need to help their children reach their full potential. 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