Autism Speaks Kansas City

07/21/2025

"I feel it is important in my line of work to study real-world issues facing the growing population of autistic adults living today."

Dr. Brittany Hand’s work with children with a range of developmental conditions solidified her interest in working to help serve the needs of people with autism.

07/20/2025

"At the end of the day, you are your child's best advocate. You might get pushback from family, friends, schools, but it doesn't matter. Stand firm, and advocate for the services your child needs."

https://www.autismspeaks.org/profile/meet-malachi

07/19/2025

James Guttman is the father of two children, a nonverbal eight-year-old with autism and a non-stop-verbal eleven-year-old without autism.

https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/why-autism-awareness-understanding-and-acceptance-important-us

07/18/2025

"It might seem like Boston is ignoring us or could care less about the world around him, but I promise you he IS listening, he IS observing and when HE is ready, you will be welcomed lovingly into his arms and in those arms is the very best place."

Like many other kids his age, haircuts, bath time and shirts with scratchy tags… not his favorite. Boston also has Down syndrome and autism.

07/17/2025

"Doing things for others gives my life purpose."

https://www.autismspeaks.org/profile/meet-rebekah-f

07/16/2025

Just Another Autism Podcast with Chris and Serena Redding

In this episode of Just Another Autism Podcast, Eileen Lamb sits down with Chris Redding, father, musician, and autism advocate, and his wife Serena to talk about their journey raising Christian, their son who is autistic and nonverbal. Chris and Serena open up about the daily realities of parenting a child with high support needs, from elopement and self-injury to the quiet moments of connection that make it all worth it. They share how their relationship has been tested and strengthened, and how Chris uses music and social media to tell stories that often go unheard. It’s an honest, moving conversation about love, advocacy, and showing up even on the hardest days.

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In this episode of Just Another Autism Podcast, Eileen Lamb chats with Chris Redding, father, musician, and autism advocate, and his wife Serena, to talk about their journey raising Christian, their son who is autistic and nonverbal.

07/16/2025

Dr. Faustino is a school psychologist in New York. Dr. Oyen is assistant professor of school psychology at the University of South Dakota.

Click here to read rules that you can teach to children with autism when coping with political stresses.

07/15/2025

Day 1 of our Advocacy Forum set a powerful tone—with personal stories, hands-on training and a look back at our 20 years of impact. Our advocates left ready to take on Hill Day and make their voices heard. Today, they’re showing Congress what advocacy in action looks like.

07/15/2025

'This is a great big gust of wind in my sails and I thank you for that. We are meant to be always in community.'

https://www.autismspeaks.org/profile/meet-michael-c

07/14/2025

“Autism isn’t what’s difficult—it’s the lack of kindness from others.”

For many Hispanic and Latino families, stigma and cultural misunderstandings can delay an autism diagnosis and make it harder to find support. Georgina faced those challenges head-on while advocating for her son, Xavier. Her story is a powerful reminder that every family deserves to be heard, supported and understood—without shame. Read more in our latest story in Autism Spectrum News.

Stigma, cultural barriers, and lack of support impact autism diagnosis and care in the Hispanic community—and where families can find help.

07/14/2025

"My parents might have thought I was destined for great things when I was younger, but even I can’t believe some of the things I’ve been able to do."

https://www.autismspeaks.org/profile/meet-xavier-d

07/14/2025

Advocates from across the country are on Capitol Hill this week, meeting with members of Congress to champion funding for autism research and services. We’re proud to stand with them in in advocating for a more inclusive future 💙 Learn how you can get involved at autismspeaks.org/HillDay