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Resources to Empower Black Families on Their Autism Journey

Monday, Feb 03, 2025

February is Black History Month and the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) is highlighting the autism journey experienced by Black individuals and families across our state. Data shows that Black children in North Carolina have a lesser chance of being properly diagnosed with autism, are not receiving proper interventions, and experience gaps in how…

Public Policy Update

Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025

Autism Society of North Carolina Public Policy updates: Public Policy Targets for 2025 & 2026 NC General Assembly and new state administration New Congress and Federal Administration begin work in Washington, DC  What you can do to help educate lawmakers on autism  How to get in touch and what to say   Public Policy Priorities…

Running the Autism Marathon: You Don’t Have to Go It Alone

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025

AutismSocietyNC · Blog | Running the Autism Marathon: You Don’t Have to Go It Alone   As we wind down from the bustle of the holidays and settle into this new year, I want to put out a call to my fellow parents of children with autism. It is my appeal, as a parent of…

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1 in 36 children may be diagnosed with autism nationally

40,000+ individuals and their families receive direct services annually in NC

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