“The Americans with Disabilities Act was a response to an appalling problem: widespread, systematic, inhumane discrimination against people with disabilities.”

Robert Burgorf Jr. author of the Americans with Disabilities Act

Resources

Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN)

Promoting disability rights with regard to individuals with autism.

Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN)

“…provide community, support, and resources for Autistic women, girls, nonbinary people, and all others of marginalized genders.”

Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD)

“…the largest coalition of national organizations working together to advocate for federal public policy that ensures the…integration and inclusion of children and adults with disabilities in all aspects of society.”

Disability Rights and Education Defense Fund (DREDF)

“…a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities.”.

National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)

“…a national membership organization dedicated to rendering all possible support and assistance to those preparing for or teaching in the field of special education.”

National Council on Disability (NCD)

“NCD is an independent federal agency charged with advising the President, Congress, and other federal agencies regarding policies, programs, practices, and procedures that affect people with disabilities.”

Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)

“LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected by learning disabilities through support, education, and advocacy.”

The Mighty

“The Mighty is a safe, supportive community for people facing health challenges and the people who care for them.” Some of the topics include: autism, disability, mental health and much more.

World Health Organization (WHO)

“Working with 194 Member States, across six regions, and from more than 150 offices, WHO staff are united in a shared commitment to achieve better health for everyone, everywhere.”