WE’RE LOOKING FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS! The Autistic Community Summit Committee is a group of community members who volunteer their time to make the Autistic Community Summit run. The 2024 Autistic Community Summit will take place in November. The venue is yet to be determined. The role of the Autistic Community…
AuSM is thrilled to share that we can now accept monthly donations! To help launch this new program, our goal is to reach 100 new recurring donors by the end of March: help us by becoming one. Steady support from donors like you is essential to AuSM’s ability to serve…
Photo by Shelia Nelson Calling all artists on the autism spectrum: Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) is seeking submissions from autistic artists to feature on our website. If selected, prints of your artwork will be sold through AuSM’s Threadless Shop. Combine your creativity with your generosity – and…
Despite an overall strong labor market, the unemployment rate among autistic adults remains high. AuSM’s research study aims to gather input from autistic adults who are employed, as well as those who are either unemployed or underemployed – and then to share findings that can inform both potential employers and…
Got a topic you’d like to present as a breakout session at next April’s Minnesota Autism Conference? Speaker proposals are due by Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. Breakout sessions will be delivered in person April 17-April 19, 2024 at the Marriott Minneapolis Airport Hotel. AuSM will consider proposals from people who…
The Autism Society of MN is seeking your feedback on adult programming! We would like autistic adults to share information about the programming they want to see. You have the opportunity to provide your opinion on past programming and what you would like to participate in the future. This could…
The Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disability Center, The Autism Society of MN and Disability Law Center have teamed up to ask state leaders to create a task force and pilot program to improve accessibility of county and state disability services. We need your help: if you are a person…
Please join our policy committee for a review of the legislative agenda we are currently working on. This listening session will also be a time to receive feedback, suggestions and public comments from our community. The committee is committed to representing the autism community and values the feedback and perspective…
Working at AuSM Summer Camps is a unique opportunity for students, para-professionals, teachers, service providers, siblings, friends, and relatives who want to support this amazing community. As an AuSM camp counselor, you will make a difference and have the chance to: Get valuable hands-on experience using structure, environmental supports, social…
The role of the Autistic Community Summit Committee is to support AuSM staff in putting on the Autistic Community Summit, while also providing feedback from the perspective of a community member. This event is by autistics, for autistics, and the committee serves as the connection between AuSM staff and our…