The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is now accepting applications for the 2026 Autism Campus Inclusion (ACI) Leadership Academy!

ACI supports autistic students who want to make their college campuses more inclusive for disabled students. Participants learn how to:

• Start and sustain student groups
• Understand disability policy
• How to use different advocacy skills

After ACI, students continue to receive support from ASAN to help reach their advocacy goals on campus.

ACI 2026 will take place virtually from July 13-19, 2026. Due to the ongoing pandemic, ACI has been held virtually since 2020.

Want to learn more before applying?

Join us on Monday, January 19 for “What is ACI?”. This webinar is a great chance to learn more about the program, hear what to expect from ACI, and get your questions answered. Register here — no need to have started your application!

Who can apply?

You can apply if you:

• Are autistic (no formal diagnosis required — self-diagnosis welcome)
• Are a college or university student with at least one year remaining before graduation

All kinds of college and university students are encouraged to apply!

• TPSID (Transition and Postsecondary Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities)
• 2-year community colleges
• 4-year colleges
• Graduate programs

We especially encourage applications from students of color, LGBT students, low-income students, students with intellectual disabilities, AAC users, and students from other marginalized communities.

How to apply

Submit a completed application by Sunday, March 8, 2026 to Dean Strauss at [email protected]. If you have questions or need accommodations at any stage of the process, reach out! We’re happy to help.

Autistic Self Advocacy Network

PO Box 66122
Washington, DC 20035

 

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