EmailTemplate-Responsive It's been a tough time to be disabled in America this past month. We know the amount of news happening is overwhelming. We’re here to help, with updates about what's going on and actions you can take. Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits There’s been a lot o…

EmailTemplate-Responsive Our policy team has been fighting long and hard this year as our community has seen old lies threaten the rights and safety of autistic people. From blatant misinformation about safe, tested medications and vaccines, to attempts to break apart the Department of Education…

EmailTemplate-Responsive Dear John,  We at ASAN wish you a happy holiday season. We are taking this time to reflect on this past year, the work we have done together, and the projects that still need to be finished. None of this, past, present, or future, would be possible without s…

EmailTemplate-Responsive For the past two days, the Advisory Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss various topics related to vaccination. At this meeting, ACIP members continued to spread false information about vaccine ingredients and autism.  ACIP members and presenters false…

EmailTemplate-Responsive Today is #GivingTuesday, and we hope this opportunity can be used to support the work that fuels self-advocates directly. Today is #GivingTuesday, and we hope this opportunity can be used to support the work that fuels self-advocates directly. Throughout 2025…

Newsletter 6 w members Check out what we've been up to this November! ASAN November Newsletter Dear friend, As we move through November, we’re reflecting on our community’s strength, creativity, and persiste…

EmailTemplate-Responsive Our second year of the Teighlor McGee Grassroots Mini Grant Program was even more competitive than our first. So many people in our community are doing vital work, and find clever, innovative solutions to the challenges we’re facing. We are honored to announce the follow…

EmailTemplate-Responsive With #GivingTuesday only a week away, we at ASAN have been taking a moment to reflect on the year that has both dragged on and flashed before our eyes. With #GivingTuesday only a week away, we at ASAN have been taking a moment to reflect on the year that has …

EmailTemplate-Responsive Last week, the government said they are moving some parts of the Department of Education to different agencies. You can learn about that here. The government did not say anything about their plans for special education. But ASAN knows that the government plans to change …

EmailTemplate-Responsive We have a chance to make disabled voices heard. In December, the Senate Special Committee on Aging is having a hearing. The hearing is about helping people with disabilities be part of their communities. That means getting the services and supports that help disabled peo…

EmailTemplate-Responsive On November 18, the White House said it would get rid of most of the Department of Education. The White House said that the Department of Education isn’t needed anymore. They said the Department of Education doesn’t actually help students get services. They said that not…

EmailTemplate-Responsive Disabled students have the right to a free education that meets their needs. They should get the same rights in schools as non-disabled students. The law that says so is called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA helps disabled students get servi…

EmailTemplate-Responsive The government shutdown is still happening. The shutdown has a big effect on programs that help people get what they need to live, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Without SNAP, many people will not have money to eat. The government …

Newsletter 6 w members Check out what we've been up to this October! ASAN October Newsletter Dear friend, In a month meant for tricks and treats, we’re focused on the threats toward our community and many ot…