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Wednesday, Apr 23, 2025

Autism Society of North Carolina Public Policy updates: NC Senate passes budget What IS included in Senate budget What is NOT included in Senate budget Other budgetary issues What’s next in the state budget process? Actions you can take now   NC Senate passes budget The NC Senate released its budget legislation on Monday, April…

Support Group Volunteers Lead the Way

Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025

It is Volunteer Appreciation Week and at the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC), we are grateful for the many volunteers who support our mission to improve the lives of individuals with autism, support their families, and educate communities. Whether volunteering at Camp Royall, helping at a Run/Walk for Autism event, or leading one of…

Setting the Record Straight on Autism

Monday, Apr 21, 2025

Recently, Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy made comments about autism and prevalence. His statements have drawn national attention because they do not reflect the facts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other researchers—many right here in North Carolina—have spent decades studying autism and sharing reliable, science-based information. The Autism Society of…

1 in 31 children may be diagnosed with autism nationally

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

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