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AANE was honored by Newsweek as one of the “Most Helpful Organizations” in its special issue on Autism in Girls and Women.
AANE 30th Anniversary Gala Highlight
A Journey of Self-Understanding
This past April, the AANE community came together to celebrate 30 years of providing connection and support for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals and their families. Watch Emmett Perkins share his powerful journey of discovering his autism, exploring his gender identity, and ultimately finding understanding, belonging, and community through AANE.
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One-to-One Services
LifeMAP Coaching Program
LifeMAP information sessions offer an overview of the program, including the coaching process, application steps, and an opportunity to ask staff questions.
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LifeMAP has supported 3,000+ clients since 2008
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Whether you are an Autistic adult or teen, a parent or family member, or a professional who works with the autism community, AANE has services, programs, and training to support, inform, and build community.
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
AANE for Equity
AANE recognizes the deep inequities that continue to exist in our society, and we are committed to identifying and addressing the ways our organization can improve how we serve communities with underrepresented identities.
See what AANE is doing to improve programs & services for underrepresented communities.
Featured Articles
Still Here: Pride and Autistic Trans Lives
Jun 02, 2026
June 2026: Legislative Action Eroding Autistic LGBTQ+ Rights
By: Jay Eveson-Egler | Jun 02, 2026
Autistic Relationships: Defying Social Convention
By: Jay Eveson-Egler | Jun 02, 2026
Finding Community in Autistic LGBTQ+ Support Groups
By: Taylor Eggers, MA, Meredith R. Maroney, Ph.D | Jun 02, 2026
An Introduction to Sexualities, Identities, and Relationships
By: Leslie Sickels, LCSW | Jun 05, 2025
AANE Stands Firm in Supporting the Autistic and Neurodiverse Community
For over 30 years, AANE has proudly supported the Autistic community, and we remain unwavering in our commitment to neurodiversity-affirming principles. We are here to continue offering the vital support our community needs, now more than ever.
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