Washington Autism Alliance - WAA

09/26/2025

We loved getting to gather as a team this last weekend and spend time together with our families! ❤️

09/23/2025

In light of the statements made this week by the current administration regarding autism, we want to reiterate that:
- We value and promote credible and evidence-based research.
- We believe that all individuals with autism deserve resources and support to help them thrive.
- We value and listen to the voices and the lived experiences of people with autism and their loved ones.

09/23/2025

Disability inclusion and accessibility in the workplace often leave out individuals with high support needs. Employment is so vital to the livelihood of autistic individuals of all abilities. Yet in Washington State, very rarely do high-support needs individuals experience employment. Please join Dr. Abby George (Neurodiversity Employment Consultant) and Neil Barnett (Microsoft’s Inclusive Hiring Program) for effective strategies that help promote meaningful inclusion and accessibility practices! Register now at https://washingtonautismalliance.org/events/neurodiversity-employment-10162025/?occurrence=2025-10-23

09/21/2025

It's gala week!!! Thank you to Molina Healthcare for generously sponsoring our event. We can't wait to celebrate this weekend!

09/19/2025

Virtual event reminder! Join us for an informative 90-minute training session, including a dedicated Q&A, designed to empower parents and guardians in advocating for positive behavior support for their children in public schools, presented by Kristin Ojala, BCBA, Ojala Educational and Behavior Consulting. Register at https://washingtonautismalliance.org/events/understanding-fbas-bips/?occurrence=2025-10-09

09/16/2025

Today is the last day to add your voice to a national survey from the National Council For Severe Autism.

Your input helps show policymakers and agencies the real-life experiences, challenges, and unmet needs faced by families affected by severe autism.

This national survey takes just 10–15 minutes, and every response matters.

Thank you to everyone who has already participated.

Take this survey to help so we can help drive change!

09/15/2025

We are already less than two weeks out from our gala, and we could not be more grateful for our generous sponsors who are helping it come to life. Thank you to Carpe Diem Academy for their generosity!

09/13/2025

"A condition that affects millions of children and families is too important, however, to become just another political football. Kennedy may be the wrong messenger, but understanding autism and how to prevent and treat it couldn’t be more urgent..."

A condition that affects millions of children is too important to become just another political football.

09/09/2025

Special education pipeline in prison – 10/01 • This session examines how school discipline policies and special education practices can contribute to a pipeline that pushes students with disabilities into the juvenile and adult legal systems. It highlights opportunities for courts to interrupt t...

09/09/2025

Our gala is under three weeks away, and we are so thankful to our sponsors who are setting us up for success! Thank you to PhRMA for their dedication to our mission!

09/08/2025

Blueprints to Special Education is this upcoming weekend! Register now for this invaluable workshop, which will guide participants through the ins and outs of the special education system. https://washingtonautismalliance.org/events/blueprints-to-special-education-2025-sept/?occurrence=2025-09-13