Join us at the #ProfoundAutismSummit, where top experts in #research, #advocacy, #education, and #humanservices come together to address the pressing needs of individuals with #ProfoundAutism. #CE credits for Board #BCBA & #SocialWorkers. ow.ly/IU7Z50QvAlg

Autism Advocacy Day will take place on April 9th - just about a month away! Register by scanning the flyer's QR code or clicking: tinyurl.com/RegisterAutism… Hope to see you there! #Mapoli

The Senate unanimously passed Blue Envelope. We appreciate Kay Khan & Mindy Domb's work w/House Ways & Means to do the same! Law enforcement strongly supports Blue Envelope b/c no one wants a misunderstanding to turn tragic #autisticdrivers #mapoli Aaron Michlewitz AnnMargaret Ferrante

Congress is considering the reauthorization of the #AutismCARES Act. Despite overall growth in autism research funding, the portion that includes people with #ProfoundAutism has decreased. With your help, we can change that. Please take action and share! votervoice.net/ProfoundAutism…

AFAM is a coalition of AMAZING organizations that support autistic people EVERY DAY, including The Arc of Massachusetts bythen Autism Resource Ctrl Autism Connections Massachusetts Advocates for Children Autism Speaks New England Chapter Lifeworks Northeast Arc Charles River Center @bridgewellorg Register for Autism Advocacy Day👇

Today Adam Mandela Walden, a cellist/composer with profound autism, rehearsed for Autism Advocacy Day on April 9th. If you haven't registered yet, scan the QR code on the attached flyer or click: tinyurl.com/RegisterAutism… To learn more about Adam: tinyurl.com/AdamBerklee #mapoli

Such a nice afternoon listening to Adam play & getting to know him and his mom better! Autism Advocacy Day is just 2 weeks away! Have you registered yet? #autismadvocacy #yourvoicematters

We're thrilled Kim Driscoll will kick off Autism Advocacy Day on April 9th - that we'll recognize 2 legislators for their steadfast support of the #Autism community - that profoundly autistic cellist Adam Mandela Walden will perform for us! Register w/the QR code now #mapoli

We are proud to partner in the Blue Envelope Program to help foster a safer environment for drivers on the autism spectrum. wix.to/xrgiY75

Thank you for covering this simple yet incredibly important tool, which is supported by the autism community and law enforcement. Everyone wants to avoid potentially tragic misunderstandings!

We are grateful for the legislature and administration's support for the autism community! Visit AFAMaction.org for our full list of budgetary and legislative priorities - and how you can get involved. #mapoli

Great to join the 18th annual Autism Advocacy Day at the State House! Proud to announce the implementation of the Blue Envelope Program for safe and understanding traffic stops. Thank you to Advocates for Autism for your continued partnership and advocacy!

📩This week, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the launch of the Blue Envelope Program, which aims to create a safer, more inclusive environment for Neuro-diverse drivers. To learn more about the program + how to access an envelope, visit lnkd.in/dW6AzfWy 💙

Thanks for all the time & energy that went into creating Massachusetts’ new Blue Envelope program!! The program will reduce potential misunderstandings between law enforcement & drivers who have autism. A win-win for everyone!!

Such good news!

Heart breaks for this family and community. For agencies looking for resources to help with elopement please see the The IACP Home Safe project where you can find over 200 different programs to help. Autism Safety 101 autismsociety National Autism Association League School for Autism autism speaks

"[The Walz family is] normalizing expressions of deep love and family pride. They are opening a window so all can see the value and joy that people with disabilities bring to their families and to society." Excellent article Maura Sullivan! #mapoli bostonglobe.com/2024/08/26/opi…