For many autistic and neurodiverse adults, finding spaces that feel comfortable, welcoming, and inclusive can be challenging. Socializing in traditional settings can often feel overwhelming or inaccessible. Recognizing this need, AuSM launched Coffee Club in 2023, a monthly gathering designed…
In addition to AuSM’s partnerships with other organizations, it is also an essential part of our organization to collaborate with community members. In 2024, this commitment to collaboration was exemplified through our NeurodivergArt initiative,…
For over a decade, AuSM has proudly partnered with the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to support the Navigating MSP program. This initiative, a collaboration with the Metropolitan Airports Commission and Fraser, offers travelers with autism and other disabilities an…
Over the past two years, AuSM has made significant strides in improving accessibility across our events, online spaces, and office environment. As a disability organization, we know that it is essential to model inclusivity and accessibility in a truly meaningful…
In 2024, AuSM made a significant leap forward in its mission to provide essential educational resources to the autism community. Since 2020, AuSM has moved nearly all workshops and classes to a virtual format, and in 2024 we increased the number of workshops offered in order to reach more participants…
Greetings from the Policy Committee! We have so much to celebrate from the 2024 legislative session. This year, our Policy Team, in collaboration with community partners, made history by passing legislation that recommends Ableism and Disability Justice training for teachers. This marks the first time the word “Ableism” appears in…
At AuSM, we believe that every autistic individual deserves access to opportunities that empower them to thrive—regardless of financial barriers. Our commitment to accessibility means ensuring that cost is never a hurdle for those who need our services most. This February, we’re launching a fundraising campaign to…
AuSM is excited to share new resources created as part of our Family to Family Grant, supported by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services Disability Services Division. These resources are designed to meet the diverse needs of families in our community, providing culturally relevant, multilingual support for those…
AuSM is thrilled to partner with Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, RT Autism Awareness Foundation, Olmstead Medical Center, Walgreens, and the Multicultural Autism Action Network to provide sensory-friendly vaccine clinics this fall! Saturday November 9th in Rochester (all ages) Partners: Olmstead Medical Center, RT Autism Awareness Foundation…
The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) will host its 7th annual Autistic Community Summit on November 9 at Woodlake Church in Richfield – an event planned by autistics, for autistics, and one of the first events of its kind in the nation. The theme for this year’s Autistic Community…