Austism Speaks-It's time to listen (www.autismspeaks.org) is an incredible website loaded with valuable information regarding resources for families, and any one working in a field that involves children. It also addresses and provides information on the needs, causes, treatments, and preventions of Autism. Just this month I received an e-news update titled Autism Speaks to Washington. This particular article explained that mid November leaders from around the U.S. will unite and come together in Washington to discuss how to strengthen and enhance advocacy strategies for Autism. The site also provides a link where you are able to view a live stream of the discussion. I am excited to see the discussion and to hear the ideas, concerns, changes and latest development that will placed on the table regarding Autism. I encourage you all to view the live stream or log on to the site. It is a great resource that encourages, empowers, enlightens, and raises awareness to families, and those working with children that are touched by the disorder.
www.autismspeaks.org
Raising awareness of autism is important. I had never been in contact with a child who has autism until last school year and found myself wondering how I could assist my teachers(who had never worked with an autistic child) on ways to assist this child. I don't believe that it's discussed enough but personally I would love to learn more.
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