Honoring Black History Month

Relationship Building & COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

Honoring Black History Month 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. Be the Connection: According to a recent CDC study, the prevalence of Autism among Hispanic children is lower than Black or White children. The lower prevalence rates could be attributed to fewer opportunities for screenings. In addition, a higher percent of Black children diagnosed with Autism are identified with intellectual disability compared to White or Hispanic children with Autism. Access February Resources COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative The Autism Society of America proudly introduces our Vaccine Education Initiative. We believe that increasing COVID-19 vaccine confidence is a crucial step towards improving the lives of people with Autism, their families, and communities as we all work together towards ending the pandemic. Check out our February resources covering topics including Autism and the BIPOC community, inequities in screening, care and diagnosis, along with COVID-19 support and vaccine resources. On February 2nd, 9th, and 16th, the Autism Society of America’s ABA Commission will host three virtual Town Halls. Join us as we learn from diverse voices across the Autism community. Register today!  Affiliate Highlights Autism Society of Southern Arizona is hosting a "Social Butterflies" online social skill development program for children with Autism on February 8th, 15th, and 22nd. Autism Society of Minnesota offers year-round social skills classes and recreation programs for youth, teens, and adults with Autism. Autism Society Texas is holding an all-ages game night for individuals with special needs on Friday, February 4th. Visit Website Donate Get Support Follow Us Contact Line 1 (800) 328-8476

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