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UPDATE! See what AANE is doing to improve programs & services for underrepresented communities.
AANE's DEI ActionFree Employment Coaching
Free Employment Coaching for Metro Boston Autistic Adults Age 18 - 30!
Young adults age 18 - 30 living in Greater Boston, Chelsea, Somerville, Cambridge, Quincy, Randolph and Brockton who identify as Autistic and economically disadvantaged, can apply to receive 10 - 36 hours of one-on-one coaching to find employment.
Funding for this LifeMAP, WorkMAP program is provided by Liberty Mutual and is valued at up to $4,625 per client.
The focus of WorkMAP is to help the individual identify a good fit employment situation, obtain the job, and then succeed in that work environment.
Upcoming Events
Online “Open” Knitting and Needlecraft Social Group for the AANE Community, 6/11/23, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET
FILLED – Online “Open” Support Group for Partners of Autistic Individuals, 6/12/23, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
Online “Open” Support Group for BIPOC Adults, 6/12/23, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
FILLED – Online “Open” Virtual Game Night for Adults, 6/12/23, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET
FILLED – Online “Open” Support Group for Adults, 6/12/23, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET
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AANE Statement in Support of LGBTQ+ Rights
Read AANE's response against the legislative efforts to limit or ban gender affirming care. Read more

Event
In-Person Movie & TV Social Group
Join us! "CineSpeak" is for adults in the AANE community who have an interest in film and TV analysis. 6/12/23, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Learn more

Article
Brenda Dater quoted in "The Guardian"
“I get many more questions about why we still have Asperger’s in our name versus worries we are going to lose the term,” she says. Read more

Webinar
Recording Available
2023 Update on How to Find Public Benefit Programs to Support Autistic Adults in Any State. Watch before attending this year's conference on March 25 + 26. Learn more

Programs & Services
Teen Workshops & Groups Available
AANE provides teens with a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other. Learn more

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2022 Annual Report
We served 12,240 people in our programs and services last fiscal year. What does it look like to support this many people? Read more

Webinar
AANE On Demand
Watch AANE webinars you may have missed when it's convenient for you! Choose from over 150 videos with more added each week. Learn more

Webinar
Recording: Panel of Autistic Graduates
Autistic college graduates share their journey and secrets for success. Learn More

Article
Take Action!
AANE joins ASAN & AFAM in condemning the use of electric shock on autistic individuals at the Judge Rotenberg Center. Support MA bill H.255. Learn more

Programs & Services
APCA
Become a member of the Autism Professional Coaching Association for expert guidance, resources and support. Learn more

Programs & Services
101 for Couples
Online self-paced course to help couples recognize and understand neurodiversity in their relationship. Learn more

Programs & Services
LifeMAP Coaching
LifeMAP online video coaching is now available to clients in any location. Learn more

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Thanks Cummings Foundation
AANE has been awarded a Cummings Foundation grant that will help fund parent support iniatives. Learn more
