This month we celebrate Black History Month, and address inequities and health disparities within the BIPOC Autism community surrounding screening, diagnosis, and care. Additionally, our monthly resources provide information about Autism and racial facts, relationship building, and COVID-19 vaccine resources. Our Public Policy resources focus on the recent Lancet Report which offers relevant data and provides recommendations for the future of Autism care and clinical research.

Relationship Building & Socialization:

Inequities in screening, diagnosis & care:

Autism and Race:

Vaccine Education Initiative Resources:

Public Policy Resources:

  • A new international report published in The Lancet calls for a new, comprehensive model of autism care and treatment that prioritizes personalized “stepped” care approaches. The report identifies urgent steps to be taken over the next five years to address the current needs of people with autism and families worldwide and to build a foundation for improved support and services. See the full 60 plus-page Lancet report (it is free, but registration is required).
  • See the Autism Society’s statement on The Lancet report.

The Autism Society’s National Helpline is here to support you and provide you with the resources you need. Our Information & Referral Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (Eastern Time) at 800-3-AUTISM (800-328-8476) or info@autism-society.org.

The Autism Society’s mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. As the nation’s oldest leading grassroots Autism organization, the Autism Society and its 73 local affiliates serve over half a million members of the Autism community each year. It envisions a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it – including education, advocacy efforts, and supports and services throughout the lifespan. If you found this article helpful, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation, every bit helps. Donate here!

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