When we talk about supporting autistic individuals, we often rely on models and strategies developed in cultural contexts very different from our Arab reality. While these tools may be scientifically sound and effective, their true success emerges only when they are understood and applied in the child’s language, within the family’s culture, and in harmony…
In mid-May, the U.S. Department of Education announced that it will provide an additional $144 million to states and districts to use for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) programs. According to an article on the K-12 Dive website, about $123.6 million will go toward IDEA Part B grants for students ages 3 through 21 and $20.5 million to Part C early…
Each year, OAR lays out ambitious goals for engaging community members in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. Throughout the beginning of this year, OAR staff worked with parents, educators, autism professionals, autistic individuals, and employers to support their local initiatives and promote autism acceptance. Thanks to the dedication of community partners like you, OAR helped foster…
“We are people of color, we’re Black, that’s part of our culture…the experience as a Black caregiver, it’s very, very layered.” The caregiver went on to say that the experiences of Black caregivers of autistic children are layered due to intersecting identities led by how they perceive themselves and how they are perceived and treated…
Did you know that OAR offers a variety of autism resources in multiple languages? Accessing resources in a familiar language makes learning about autism easier and more meaningful for families, caregivers, and professionals worldwide. From guides for parents to educational tools, OAR has translated key resources into Spanish, Korean, Arabic, Turkish, and more, making vital…
Thank you for being part of this year’s Autism Acceptance Month campaign. Our collective impact did not end when April did. Whether you continue to spread the word, explore and share resources, donate, or volunteer your time, you will continue to contribute to OAR’s progress and the progress the wider autism community is making. OAR…
Join us this April as we come together to build a stronger, more inclusive community where autistic individuals can thrive. Goal 1: Provide informational resources to the autism community. OAR offers a wide range of free informational resources for the autism community. On our website, you’ll find resources for parents, self-advocates, siblings, educators, health professionals,…
Arlington, VA, April 3, 2025 –The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is excited to announce the winners of the Spring 2026 Peer Education Grant Competition. During this cycle, OAR awarded $34,449 to seven programs that support autism education for nearly 15,000 students in grades K-8. Since 2012, OAR has helped educate more than 290,000 students…
April Autism Acceptance Month is just around the corner. You can play a big part in helping us reach our goals for promoting autism awareness and acceptance across the country! Goal 1: Provide informational resources to the autism community. OAR is proud to offer a wide range of free informational resources for the autism community. On our website, you’ll find…
At the beginning of a new year, January offers a natural moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead. For OAR, 2025 was a year of continued growth, learning, and connection across the autism community. Throughout the year, we advanced our mission to apply research to the challenges of autism by expanding resources, strengthening partnerships, and…
