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April Marks the Start of Autism Acceptance Month

educationApr 1, 202627302

April marks the start of Autism Acceptance Month. Advocates are pressing to move beyond awareness to acceptance, inclusion, and autistic-led policy. The Autistic Self Advocacy Network says powerful people and government officials have spread lies linking autism and vaccines. The month features media visibility and culture moments, from Netflix guests to JJ Redick’s custom sneakers, alongside grassroots actions by autistic creators and small businesses; this shift matters because acceptance and autistic-led policy determine access to services, representation, and protections against harmful misinformation.

Key Highlights

Advocates call to move beyond awareness toward acceptance and autistic-led policy.
Autistic Self Advocacy Network exposes high-profile misinformation on autism and vaccines.
Lakers coach JJ Redick wore custom sneakers for Autism Acceptance Month.
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