“Every person can be a little autistic.”

John, there's a good chance you've heard that sentence before. And if you are autistic, belong in the autism community or care about those with autism, you know it is untrue — and can undermine the public's perception of autism altogether.

Autism Speaks works day in and day out to raise critical awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), invest in research and innovations that enhance lives and combat dangerous autism misinformation, online and elsewhere.

We're asking directly: Will you make a contribution today to continue this vital work on behalf of the 1 in 36 kids and 1 in 45 adults on the spectrum, as well as their families and caregivers?

Above, you can see how easily a common piece of misinformation about autism can be corrected in real time.

John, it is on ALL of us — as one community — to push back on the myths that we see around ASD. We'll never stop fighting misinformation that prevents more autistic people from reaching their full potential, whether that's at work, in school or when seeking health care or housing.

That's because “an autistic person can be anyone” — your neighbor, co-worker, friend, loved one or you, yourself! We believe in a world that CELEBRATES this fact and allows those on the spectrum to thrive, at every stage of life and no matter what their background is.

Are you with us? Donate today to help fight autism misinformation, raise autism awareness and support autistic individuals and their families.

Thank you,
Autism Speaks,