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We invite you to take part in contributing to our ongoing efforts and your support allows us to enhance clinical services, education, training, community engagement, and programs to help improve [...]

The study at the UW Autism Center focused on advancing autism assessments by considering autistic strengths alongside the traditional deficit-based diagnostic process. Led by Dr. Sara E. Woods [...]

The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting impact worldwide, reshaping our daily lives and creating a natural experiment in the realm of adolescent brain development. Researchers at the Institute [...]

The unveiling of A11yBoard for Google Slides marks a significant milestone in accessibility innovation, created by a dedicated team at the University of Washington.

The Buddy Walk is an annual tradition uniting thousands of local, national, and international participants and supporters. It is a celebration of life and a fundraiser, helping provide resources, [...]

Recognizing the need for more meaningful and inclusive research, the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs National Research Network (CYSHCNet), a project generously supported by the [...]

Welcome to the University of Washington’s commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

One organization that has come under the spotlight is the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Concerns have been raised about the ableist language in the NIH's mission statement.

Have you ever received help from Washington Autism Alliance’s Family Navigation team? Are you familiar with the work that they do? WAA’s Family Navigation team is intended to help provide [...]

On July 26th, we commemorate the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an essential piece of legislation with both benefits and some challenges. As we reflect on the progress made [...]