Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 29/09/2026🎟️ Tickets are available for our 20th anniversary virtual gala now! This year’s theme is “Together We Thrive” – a celebration of our whole community and how we achieve more collectively. More info and registration here: givebutter.com/asan-20th-an... 176
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 28/09/2026Natasha Nelson shares her experience as an autistic parent: “if you yourself have autism, ADHD, you drop the ball sometimes…I myself have occupational therapy and group therapy and all of the things, and it is overwhelming.” Watch the full webinar for more: youtu.be/Adq-ps9xInE?... 12212
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 26/09/2026Today is the 52rd Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act! Take some time to learn about this important milestone in disability history! 0194
Reposted by Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities @aapd.com · 24/09/2026Update to the Texas v. Kennedy case. Some community integration regulations from Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973 will no longer be in effect. Full statement at: www.aapd.com/aapd-statement-on-ruli… 01017
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 23/09/2026The autistic self-advocacy movement would not exist without the work of the self-advocacy movement started by people with intellectual disabilities. We take pride in that history, and we see our work as a continuing part of that movement. autisticadvocacy.org/about-asan/w...autisticadvocacy.orgWhat We Believe - Autistic Self Advocacy NetworkOur Motto: What is “Nothing About Us Without Us”?“Nothing About Us Without Us” means that autistic people need to be involved whenever autism is discussed. When non-autistic people make decisions… 0319
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 21/09/2026Want to learn about resources that are available to help families make their homes more accessible for disabled children? Check out this webinar from the Lucile Packard Foundation for Children’s Health on September 29th, at 2pm ET. lpfch.zoom.us/webinar/regi...?lpfch.zoom.ushttps://lpfch.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0Qoscay2QjuSqxog8YzVjA?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=https%3A//lpfch.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0Qoscay2QjuSqxog8YzVjA%20%5BOutlook%20Button%5D&utm_campaign=August%2020%2C%202026%20newsletter#/registration 1125
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 19/09/2026Lu Freitas from Proud Parents on patience in parenting: "it’s not because we just have to be patient with our children. We have to be patient with these systems.” Check out our full webinar about Parents & Autistic Self-Advocates: youtu.be/Adq-ps9xInE?... 081
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 17/09/2026Dividing up autism won’t help any autistic people! Our new plain language resource about “profound autism” explains how the term harms autistic people and why we are stronger together. autisticadvocacy.org/the-profound... 03316
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 16/09/2026Our virtual gala is for everyone! Gala tickets are on a sliding scale, but donations are never required to attend. All donations support our advocacy work and programs for the coming year! givebutter.com/asan-20th-an... 1167
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 15/09/2026Latine Heritage Month starts today, September 15th, and goes until October 15th. It is a time to celebrate the histories, cultures, and experiences of Latines, or people from Latin America. Here at ASAN, we celebrate and uplift disabled and autistic Latines! 0135
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 14/09/2026It’s National Disability Voting Rights Week! Check out our newly updated plain language resource all about voting for self-advocates! autisticadvocacy.org/policy/toolk... 02111
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 11/09/2026New blog post! Gregory Tino, a leader in the nonspeaking community, writes about his experience with Spelling To Communicate (S2C). Read his full blog post: autisticadvocacy.org/2026/09/why-... 0910
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 10/09/2026Join us on Thursday, October 29th for ASAN’s 2026 Gala! This virtual event is an extra special celebration of 20 years of ASAN! We’ll have panels and our awards ceremony – keep an eye out for the full schedule announcement! More info and get your tickets here: givebutter.com/asan-20th-an... 1216
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 09/09/2026Update on the lawsuit, Texas v. Kennedy. Check out our Plain Language Explainer to learn more! We deserve a government that protects our rights. ASAN demands states continue to follow the integration mandate. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/09/texa... 0208
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 08/09/2026🗳️ Do you need help understanding elections or voting? We updated our plain language toolkit, “Your Vote Counts: A Self-Advocate’s Guide to Voting in the U.S.” autisticadvocacy.org/policy/toolk... 0207
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 06/09/2026There are better ways to support our communities than ABA. Learn more in our resource, “Beyond Coercion and Institutionalization: People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Need for Improved Behavior Support Services”: autisticadvocacy.org/2024/05/beyo...autisticadvocacy.orgBeyond Coercion and Institutionalization: People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Need for Improved Behavior Support Services - Autistic Self Advocacy NetworkWhat people call “behavior supports” covers a wide variety of services, and not all of these services are truly helpful to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. How can we move… 02711
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 04/09/2026New blog post! Eli Rosa, a moderate support needs autistic self-advocate, writes about her personal experience with communication. Read her full blog post: autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/chan... 0124
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 03/09/2026Government committees should not be spreading lies like this. It is bad for research. It is bad for autistic people. It is bad for everyone. Our community deserves a better IACC. But we have power. Read our full statement here. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/09/take... 02111
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 02/09/2026Indigenous folks face unique challenges when trying to access good home and community-based services. Join ASAN and @justiceinaging.org on Tuesday, September 29th at 4pm ET for a webinar to learn more! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 050
Reposted by Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)Disability Communities Defending Democracy @dcddemocracy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Anti-trans laws are anti-democracy. Any laws that discriminate against a group of people hurt inclusive democracy. DCDD believes that transgender people should be free to be who they are.dcddemocracy.orgInclusive Democracy Means Including Transgender PeopleWords to Know Accessible means that disabled people can easily use it. This includes disabled people with all kinds of disabilities. Anti-democracy groups are organizations that want to get rid of … 12014
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 31/08/2026It seems repetitive to say this month has had its share of struggles, but we cannot treat the attacks on our communities as normal. We have continued to push back on the attacks on autistic people, our rights, and the supports we need to thrive. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/asan...autisticadvocacy.orghttps://autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/asan-august-26-update/ 0141
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 30/08/2026Trans and nonbinary people deserve access to gender affirming health care. Barriers like cost, restrictive rules, and new state laws can get in the way. Learn more with our resources, available in Easy Read and plain language. autisticadvocacy.org/resources/pr...autisticadvocacy.orgProud and Supported Series - Autistic Self Advocacy NetworkDefinitions and Beyond There are many ways to identify. Everyone is different and that's good! This guide, “Definitions and Beyond,” will explain some of the ways people identify. Maybe you are… 13612
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 28/08/2026Join the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) for their webinar on voter education and engagement on September 15th at 4pm ET. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...us06web.zoom.ushttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1I9SYsl0Sf2670gRqxRNsA 0124
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 26/08/2026The IACC has to meaningfully consider public comments, but they aren't! Email IACCPublicInquiries@mail.nih.gov to urge them to incorporate feedback from public comments. Nothing about us without us means that we must have a say in autism research priorities! autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/comm... 1179
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 25/08/2026Want to learn more about what’s happening right now and about some actions you can take? Check out our latest Plain Language Roundup! autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/plai...autisticadvocacy.orgTake action against attacks on the integration mandateLately, there have been a lot of attacks on the integration mandate. The integration mandate protects your right to live, work, and get services in the community. 080
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 25/08/2026Medicaid work requirements will harm disabled people in many ways. This article explores the ways that Medicaid work requirements may impact Supplemental Security Income Program (SSI) applicants. www.kff.org/medicaid/wha...kff.orgWhat Could Medicaid Work Requirements Mean for SSI Applicants? | KFFMedicaid work requirements may make it more difficult for some SSI applicants to maintain coverage due to the added complexity of navigating the verification process for the medical frailty… 0123
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 23/08/2026Illinois recently passed a law to expand supported decision-making. Supported decision-making is an alternative to guardianship where disabled people are given help to make their own choices about their lives. gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.com/gov-pritzker...gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.comGov. Pritzker Signs Legislation to Protect Illinois' Most Vulnerable ResidentsNew laws strengthen protections for older adults, children, people with disabilities, and individuals living with serious mental illness. 1208
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 21/08/2026When Medicaid funds are reduced, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) are often the first ones cut. This HCBS Impacts Tracker Project will track changes to HCBS programs and how it impacts disabled people. hpmmatters.publichealth.gwu.edu/HCBS-impacts...hpmmatters.publichealth.gwu.eduHome and Community Based Services Impacts Tracker Project | Health Policy and Management Matters | The George Washington UniversityHome and Community Based Services Impacts Tracker Project 073
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 20/08/2026Autism research should help and include autistic people! Check out this report from the Autism Research for Us Symposium to learn more about the current issues in autism research and the importance of autistic-led research. policyimpactproject.org/establishing...policyimpactproject.orgEstablishing a National Autistic-led Research Agenda - Policy Impact ProjectPlease provide your email address before accessing the report - we will not use it for other purposes, and providing your email address is optional. Download the full report by clicking the button… 2259
Reposted by Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 19/08/2026¡Acompáñenos en la segunda parte de “Enfriando la crisis: ¡Emergencias por calor y tú!”! El jueves 27 de agosto a las 2 p. m. ET, @autisticadvocacy.org y La Alianza presentarán un seminario web sobre emergencias por calor. ¡Escanee el código QR para registrarse hoy! qrco.de/HeatWeb2 043
Reposted by Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Join us for Part 2 of “Cooling The Crisis: Heat Emergencies and You!” On Thursday, August 27th at 2pm ET @autisticadvocacy.org and The Partnership will host a webinar related to heat emergencies. You don't want to miss this! Scan the QR code or visit qrco.de/HeatWeb2 to register! ID in alt text. 152
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 19/08/2026Mario Augusto Puga Valera shares his truth about autism: “The truth about autistic people is that we exist in the global south.” #TheTruthAboutAutism 1168
Reposted by Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)Disability Communities Defending Democracy @dcddemocracy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026There's been a lot of conspiracy theories about the fires in Spokane. This hurts a community that's already hurt by fire and smoke. This resource is about the fires. And it is about the conspiracy theories about the fires. It is in plain language.dcddemocracy.orgDCDD Plain Language Resource on Spokane Fires and Conspiracy TheoriesThis resource is in plain language. Plain language is a way of writing that is easier to read. This resource talks about the fires in Spokane. It also talks about conspiracy theories about the fire… 167
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 17/08/2026There’s just a few days left to comment on IACC’s Strategic Plan about autism research! Use our comment guide and submit your comment by August 20th! autisticadvocacy.org/iacction-cen... 0127
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 16/08/2026Take action to protect Medicaid! Use this tool to tell Congress to reject further cuts or harmful changes to Medicaid in order to protect home and community-based services! www.ancor.org/actions/prot...ancor.orgTell Congress: Protect Medicaid From Further Cuts | ANCORMedicaid is a lifeline for people with I/DD. After suffering the largest cut in funding since its creation with the passage of the budget reconciliation law last year, the future of critical home and… 03121
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 14/08/2026Today is the 91st Anniversary of Social Security. ASAN celebrates this important program and will continue to advocate to improve and strengthen social security. 1146
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 13/08/2026The IACC wants comments on their 300+ page Strategic Plan about autism research by August 20th. That's not a lot of time! We wrote a plain language comment guide to help you understand their Strategic Plan and write a comment: autisticadvocacy.org/iacction-cen... 01814
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 12/08/2026There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s webinar about parents and self-advocates! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 065
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 11/08/2026New blog! Margaret McKelvey writes a love letter to disabled community members who are never truly seen, exploring how to build community and love without abandon. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/a-lo... 093
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 10/08/2026The Trump administration released another executive order targeting the autistic community and spreading vaccine misinformation. While the government spends time on fake science that's been disproven, autistic people are waiting for the support we actually need. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/asan... 16243
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 07/08/2026ASAN is hiring! We’re looking for someone with public policy experience to help us advance community-driven disability policy. Check out the full job posting for our Policy Analyst position and apply by August 31st: autisticadvocacy.org/2026/08/now-... 0118
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 06/08/2026Nothing about us without us means that we must have a say in autism research priorities! The IACC put out a Strategic Plan that tells the government what they think should happen with autism research and policy. Take action by August 20th by sending a comment! autisticadvocacy.org/iacction-cen... 0155
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 05/08/2026ABLE Accounts are a way that some disabled people can save or invest money without impacting their benefits. Check out this webinar on August 13 at 12pm ET to learn about them! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...us02web.zoom.us 0137
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 03/08/2026Each year, we ask our gala awardees if they would like to write a blog post for us. We’re so excited to present this blog post written by Sam Sharpe from FEDUP Collective, our 2025 Creating Community Together Awardee. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/auti... 095
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 31/07/2026July is Disability Pride Month, and even in the hardest months, we are proud of how disabled people continue to fight back against attacks on our community. Read on to see what we’ve been working on and how you can get involved. autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/asan...autisticadvocacy.org 1134
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 30/07/2026Today is the 61st anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid! Medicaid and Medicare are both really important programs for our community. Take some time today to learn more about them. 0156
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 29/07/2026Join us for a 2-part webinar all about parenting! We'll have two panels: a panel of parents of autistic people, including autistic parents, and a panel of autistic self-advocates, including autistic parents. Thursday, 8/13, 4pm ET! Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 2115
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 29/07/2026The support of our monthly members makes our work possible, but a recent donor platform move means we can’t find some of our members! If you’ve been an ASAN member or thought about joining, now is a great time! Your membership means everything to the work we do. autisticadvocacy.org/donate/join/ 074
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 28/07/2026Public comments for the Medicaid work requirement rule are due this week, by July 31st. Take action today to protect Medicaid! autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/medi... 0137