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In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, the UW Combined Fund Drive highlights the shift from awareness to inclusion. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex, lifelong developmental condition [...]

On April 22, 2025, Governor Bob Ferguson signed Substitute Senate Bill 5501 into law. The legislation prohibits employers from requiring a valid driver’s license as a condition of employment [...]

Assistive technology (AT) supports people with disabilities and older adults in achieving greater independence at school, at work, at home, and in the community. National Assistive Technology [...]

Join CREATE for an afternoon of learning, conversation, and innovation! This year's panel discussions will focus on current legal challenges to access and rights and explore how accessible [...]

Governor Bob Ferguson has proclaimed April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in Washington, underscoring the importance of inclusion, understanding, and equitable opportunities for individuals with [...]

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Children with Disabilities is currently seeking applicants for two vacancies on its Autism Subcommittee.

Feeding challenges are common among autistic children and can significantly affect their health, development, and family life. With long waitlists for services and barriers such as cost and [...]

Researchers at the University of Washington are seeking children with Down syndrome, ages 6 to 14, to participate in a study focused on problem-solving and challenging behaviors.

Dr. Annette Estes, Director of the UW Autism Center and a UCEDD Program Director, is featured in a recent Scientific American article examining the factors contributing to rising autism rates in [...]

The Down Syndrome Community of Puget Sound and the University of Washington Huskies invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) and their families to “Husky [...]