And what I especially appreciate? It was co-designed with autistic adults and people with lived experience. That matters. Deeply.
The training takes about two hours, and screenings can take as little as ten minutes - small investments of time that could make an extraordinary difference.
This is what
progress looks like: listening to the community, respecting neurodiversity, and building systems that actually fit the people they’re meant to serve.
If you work in healthcare, education, advocacy, or policy, I encourage you to explore this initiative further.
And even if you don’t - it’s a powerful reminder that change is possible when we center lived experience.
I would truly love to hear your thoughts on this. Does your community have access to neuro-affirming mental health supports? What still needs to shift?
Please feel free to write to me anytime at karen@autismtoday.com. Your insights, experiences, and feedback mean so much.
With care and commitment,
Karen
Autism Today
