Welcome to AWN!

Our Mission

The mission of Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) is to provide community support, and resources for Autistic women, girls, transfeminine and transmasculine nonbinary people, trans people of all genders, Two Spirit people, and all people of marginalized genders or of no gender. AWN is committed to recognizing and celebrating diversity and the many intersectional experiences in our community.

Smiling nonbinary person using a laptop.
Diverse people smiling and looking at a phone.

Our Community

AWN recognizes and affirms all people’s gender identities and expressions, as well as choices about disclosure, transition, and keeping your identity private.

Our Goal

Our goal is to dispel stereotypes and misinformation which cause unnecessary fears surrounding an autism diagnosis. We are committed to sharing information which works to build acceptance and understanding of disability.

Woman in a wheelchair at a demonstration.

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