Contributed by Erik Gallery It seems like we say it every time when this season starts to end, but wow, that was a quick summer! With the end of summer
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Understanding Microaggressions
Contributed by AAoM’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Microaggressions are things we say or do, sometimes unintentionally, that send hurtful messages related to race, gender, class, ability, or other factors.
Upcoming Community Events – July/August
Date Event July 28 32nd Anniversary of the ADA Celebration July 30 Cookout at Veterans Memorial Park August 3 REC-IT Cooking Classes – Fort Gratiot August 4 Adaptive Sailing August
Prevalence of Delays to Receiving Behavioral Therapy in Michigan: A Summary of Survey Data
Contributed by Adam M. Briggs, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA & Andrea M. Peterson, MA, BCBA, LBA Eastern Michigan University In response to the growing number of barriers faced by families and
AAoM Joins Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at the Signing of the FY23 State School Aid Budget
The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) was pleased to join Governor Gretchen Whitmer today at the signing of the FY23 state school aid budget which includes an increase to $9,150 per pupil foundation allowance
The City of Detroit Issues a Survey for 3-year Accessibility Plan
The City of Detroit is working to better serve our community and create a more accessible city. With the Office of Disability Affairs’ guidance, the City has developed and committed
Michigan Vaccination Partners Podcast Discusses Their Vision
Michigan Vaccination Partners, or MVP, aim to ensure greater equity and access to vaccination for people disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Brain Injury Association of Michigan
The Michigan Autism Council Celebrating 10 Years of Bridging Systems to Enhance Lives for People with ASD
On July 3, we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Michigan becoming a leading state in bridging systems and providing services to individuals with autism. Before 2012, families with children or
Autism caregiving struggles were heightened during COVID-19
As the father of an adult son with severe autism, my family’s challenges have been great over the past two years. I imagine most parents and caregivers of children with
Autistic is not a dirty word, we are not broken
As an autistic person, I am often asked to describe and discuss autism. While I can only speak from my own experience, there are some common threads between me and my
