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As Disability:IN recognizes Autism Acceptance Month this April, we encourage organizations to engage in honest conversations, seek out resources, and actively involve individuals with autism in shaping inclusive policies and practices. While progress has been made over the past year, there is still work to be done to increase understanding and acceptance of the Autistic Community. This collaborative approach not only enriches the workplace but also sends a powerful message of awareness, acceptance, and advancement to our global community.
This month, we encourage you to increase your awareness and drive acceptance of Autism in the workplace.
Blue background behind gold and white text that reads Awareness Drives Acceptance. At the center is a red infinity symbol representing the Autistic Community.

Ways You Join IN:

Educate: Resources & Facts for Debunking Assumptions About Autism in the Workplace 

Fostering an inclusive workplace culture for individuals with autism begins with education and open-mindedness. Just like any other employee, Autistic professionals can excel in roles matched to their individual skills, interests, and passions. Every Autistic person’s experience is unique, but common traits like attention to detail, pattern recognition, and exceptional focus can be invaluable assets in various roles and industries. 

Disability:IN’s Neurodiversity @ Work Roundtable offers valuable resources such as the Autism at Work Playbook and The Employee Engagement and Growth Series from Disability:IN’s Neurodiversity at Work Roundtable.

Facts about Autism

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  • According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), affects an estimated 1 in 36 children in the United States today. (CDC, 2023)
  • Signs of autism can appear by age 2 or 3. Some associated developmental delays can appear even earlier and can be diagnosed as early as 18 months. (Autism Society, 2024)
  • Although boys are four times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with autism as children (CDC, 2020). It is common for women to be diagnosed later in life. (What Women With Autism Want You To Know)
  • As of 2018, eighty-five percent of college graduates with autism were unemployed (Market Watch, 2019)
  • Trans or Non-Binary Individuals are up to six times more likely to be diagnosed as Autistic (University of Cambridge)

Learn: Explore Stories from #ActuallyAutistic Professionals

Check out these videos from our People IN Disability series featuring Autistic professionals across the Disability:IN Community.

Also check out this video from Rebecca Beam, owner of the certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise, Zavikon.

Share: Spread the Word About Autism Acceptance Month

Follow Disability:IN on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook as we amplify the experiences of autistic individuals in the workplace and share resources all month long.  

Share this article on social media to help drive acceptance with your network and be sure to tag @Disability:IN so we can engage with your posts. 

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Join IN: Upcoming Autism Acceptance Month Events  

  • World Autism Day on April 2 and commit to a world where individuals with autism are celebrated for their unique perspectives, talents, and contributions. 
  • Disability:IN Corporate Partners are invited to join two exclusive webinars on this topic. Partners can register for these events on the Corporate Partner Portal: 
    • “Beyond Awareness: Achieving Acceptance @ Work for Autistic and Neurodiverse Employees” webinar on April 3 to learn from experts and industry leaders about translating awareness into actionable steps towards acceptance.
    • “Neurodiversity & Recruiting in the APAC Workplace” event on April 16 and 17, aimed at raising awareness and driving acceptance through inclusive hiring practices.