Advocates for Autism

Accomplishments

Job Placements

A white baseball cap with the words 'Voices of Autism' embroidered in green alongside a logo featuring a stylized person and airplane. The cap is placed on a textured, purple surface, with part of a brown paper bag visible in the background.

Community Events

We’ve hosted over 20 community gatherings that bring autistic children and neighbors together in fun, supportive settings.

A painted wall with a supportive message for transgender individuals, featuring a circular design with blue and pink hues. The text reads 'To Our Trans Siblings, You Are Not Alone' and includes a website URL at the bottom.

Skill Workshops

Our workshops have helped more than 100 kids build practical skills like communication and teamwork for real-world success.

A white baseball cap with the words 'Voices of Autism' embroidered in green alongside a logo featuring a stylized person and airplane. The cap is placed on a textured, purple surface, with part of a brown paper bag visible in the background.

Sponsor Support

Thanks to generous sponsors, we’ve expanded our programs and provided resources that truly make a difference.

A group of people gathered, with one person holding a cardboard sign that reads 'Follow us on Insta: transqueer youth.nola meet 2x a month!' The person has rainbow face paint and is wearing a cape with a rainbow pattern and a shirt that says 'Protect Queer Kids.' A young child beside them with rainbow face paint is also present. Other individuals in the background are standing or sitting, and some hold signs.

Skill Workshops

We’re planning new initiatives to increase employment opportunities and deepen community connections for autistic youth.

Our Impact

Snapshots of moments where autistic children shine in work and community.

A group of people are gathered outdoors. A man with a beard is holding a megaphone, while another man wearing a cap and a shirt with 'THE TEAM' on it stands next to two children. One child is wearing glasses and the other has a cap. In the background, people are holding signs, one of which reads 'BODILY INTEGRITY & AUTONOMY.' The scene appears to be a protest or gathering.
Numerous individuals are gathered in a spacious, well-lit hall, interacting around various booths and tables. Some tables are adorned with informational posters and brochures. People are engaged in discussions, examining flyers, and working on laptops. The setting appears to be a university or career fair, with banners and promotional materials visible in the background.
A group of children are enthusiastically participating in an outdoor activity, guided by adults. The scene includes a mix of children and adults, with the children engaged in movements and gestures as part of a group exercise or game. Adults are sitting around observing and some are interacting with the children. A car is parked nearby, and the setting appears to be a residential area or community space with chairs and miscellaneous items visible.
A child is holding a cardboard sign with the message 'Fund Childcare Not Wars' written on it, featuring colorful scribbles and drawings. The background shows a city street with blurred people and lights, suggesting a protest or demonstration setting.
A group of children and adults are holding up various signs advocating for disability rights and inclusion in sports. The signs have messages like 'We want unified sports in the Paralympics to mainstream disability,' 'Support disability rights,' 'Don't look at the less, look at the records,' and 'Yes I can.' The participants are wearing blue shirts with orange and red lettering and are standing on an outdoor street with trees and buildings in the background.

Our Impact

Since our start, we’ve helped over 150 autistic youth find meaningful jobs and build community ties.

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A person wearing glasses and a shirt with the phrase 'Mental Health Matters' printed on it stands against a dark background. They have long, wavy hair and are wearing a green cardigan.
A person holds up a colorful sign advocating for accessible transgender healthcare, standing in front of a vehicle with others nearby. They are wearing a cap, floral shirt, and shorts, and appear to be participating in a public demonstration, with a park gate visible in the background.