President and CEO of AAoM, Colleen Allen speaks to Sunday Morning Edition radio show host Alisa Zee about the evolution and education of community awareness and acceptance of Autism and
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Marc Berke interview with Alisa Zee
Sunday Morning Edition radio host interviews Chief Development Officer, Mark Berke about the work happening at AAOM, Autism Awareness and Acceptance and how you can support the mission.
Opinion: I was shocked by the use of seclusion and restraint in Michigan schools
Contributed by Brian Calley Restraining and secluding children in schools only escalates problematic and dangerous behaviors and can cause serious injuries, emotional damage, or even death. Yet, in many schools
Autism Alliance of Michigan is the trusted resource for the autism community
Whether a toddler has just received an autism diagnosis or a teenager with autism needs support preparing for her first job, the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) is here to
With new approach, advocates for the autistic are learning to get loud
Contributed by Neal Rubin of the Detroit Free Press The fight for people with autism in Michigan is about to get loud. Forceful. Impassioned. Rebranded, even. But it might take
Ignoring the rights of Michiganders with disabilities is bad for business
Contributed by Dave Meador Do civil rights extend to people with disabilities in Michigan? It’s hard to believe this question is being asked in 2023. Everyone deserves to be included
Upcoming Community Events – April 2023
April 14 – 16 Kiwanis Home and Garden Show Escanaba April 15 FALCONERS – Potter Park Zoo Lansing Charter Township April 15 NAMI Michigan Honors Black Tie Gala Dearborn April
A Guide on Self Advocacy
Contributed by Erik Gallery, Navigator Manager, and Katie Oswald, Adult Autism Advocate In recognizing April as Autism Acceptance & Pride Month, we at the Autism Alliance of Michigan want to
Autism Acceptance Month promotes a more inclusive Michigan
LANSING, Mich. — To foster acceptance and inspire Michiganders to work together to create a more welcoming and inclusive state for all, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joins the Michigan Departments of Labor
