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Action Research in Partnership with the Autistic Community
The Academic Autistic Spectrum Partnership In Research and Education(AASPIRE) brings together the academic community and the Autistic community to develop and perform research projects relevant to the needs of adults on the autistic spectrum. AASPIRE’s partnership…
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Loving Lampposts: Living Autistic
Todd Drezner recently directed his first documentary film “Loving Lampposts: Living Autistic,” (available on DVD, queue on Netflix) and he is also the father of Sam, an autistic child. The title of the film refers to…
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AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH: NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US!
To some, Autism Awareness Month might mean purchasing puzzle shaped cookies at local restaurants in order to support a cure for autism. For others, it might mean participating in walks, writing letters to legislators, screening…
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AWN Radio, Workshops, and an Invitation Back to the White House
Today is the kick-off to what looks like a really busy month for the autism community. With that said, please let us know what you or your organization has planned for April, and we will…
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Not the Critic
Man in the Arena :: Citizenship in a Republic Theodore Roosevelt The Sorbonne, Paris, April 23, 1910 “It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man…
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Meet Annie: ASD, Synesthesia, Blind and a Community Advisory Board Member Addressing Violence Against People with Disabilities
Annie W. lives in Oregon. She is on the autistic spectrum, as well as blind. Annie is actively involved in her local community, and serves on a community advisory board for a project designed to…
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Karla Fisher: a Mom, Sr. Program Manager, and Professional Football Player
Elesia: Football, wow! Please share how you first became interested in the sport? Karla: When I was a child, I did not really have my own friends so much as I hung out with my older…
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Claire Danes & Temple Grandin Win Golden Globe, Share an Emotional Moment
Clare Danes picked up a Golden Globe tonight for her portrayal of the famous professor, animal scientist, author, and woman with autism, Temple Grandin. The HBO Movie Temple Grandin, which was passed over for “best mini-series…
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AWN Australia and USA Updates!
Katharine Annear, AWN’s International Director Australia, and Executive Director, Sharon daVanport met yesterday for a scheduled review to discuss organizational updates in the US and OZ. Katharine and Sharon are immensely pleased about both AWN…
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Autism and the Internet Survey
Autism & the Internet Survey: currently recruiting new participants for an online research survey regarding autism and the Internet. They are in need of relatives of autistic people (especially siblings and parents) and anyone who…
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One Year Anniversary for Taylor Morris’ Videos
One year ago, in January 2010, Taylor Morris posted a video wherein she offered positive advice and encouragement to others on the autism spectrum and their parents. Little did Taylor know that one year later…
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Asperger Syndrome in the Media
Asperger Syndrome is a growing issue with children, as more and more are being diagnosed, and at earlier ages. Its acceptance has now become apparent in the media and how Aspergers and Asperger-like people are…
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