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Contact: Annette Estes (estesa@uw.edu)
Core Function: Information Dissemination, Technical Assistance and Outreach Training
Program: UW Autism Center
The UW Autism Center works to increase knowledge and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities among professionals and the public. It aims to promote detection of ASD, inform the community of effective intervention and life-span support, and to learn from community partners to increase the availability of innovative, effective, and supportive programs for individuals with ASD and their families.
- Community Events: The UW Autism Center participates in many community events including the Autism Speaks Walk, Seattle Symphony Sensory Friendly Concert Series, Lewis County Autism Coalition Conference, Microsoft Giving Campaign, Seattle Mariners Autism Speaks Event, Run 2 Pieces, Infant and Early Childhood Conference, Tee It Up Fore Autism, Washington Autism Alliance & Advocacy Day out for Autism, and the UW Autism Center Open House.
- Community Engagement Materials: The UW Autism Center develops materials such as newsletters, brochures, fact sheets, and guides that serve to increase acceptance of ASD and communicate about the work of the UW Autism Center.
- Website and Toll Free Number: The UW Autism Center maintains https://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/ and a toll-free information and resource line (1-877-408-8922).
