OAR is excited to announce the most recent recipients of the Spring 2025 Synchrony Tech Scholarship. This scholarship supports autistic adults pursuing technology-related courses or training to advance their careers. Congratulations to Sienne Rodwell, Joshua Keller, Vance Belleci, and Mark Alexandrov! Scholarship award amounts depend on the technology-related course or program, but can range from…
OAR is proud to offer free informational resources for the autism community, which include our collection of autism resources on our website and our curated library of autism-related e-books and audiobooks in Libby. To widen access to these resources to families, individuals, and communities we have set two goals for distributing resources across the country…
Support autism research and experience the magic of Walt Disney World® while supporting the autism community. The RUN FOR AUTISM is thrilled to be a participating charity with the 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm in Orlando, Fla., January 7-11, 2026. The RUN FOR AUTISM has entries available for the 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, Goofy Challenge…
Game Day with the Washington Nationals, sponsored by Flywheel Centers ABA Therapy, supports OAR and offers you an opportunity to connect with fellow supporters, friends, and families who share OAR’s mission. Mark your calendar for Sunday, July 20, 2025 for a 1:35 pm game at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. This family-friendly event is a…
The more closely your job application aligns with what the company is seeking, the more likely you will receive a call back from a hiring manager and move forward in the next steps of the hiring process. Tailoring your job search materials and applying for jobs takes time and energy, so it is essential to ask yourself…
The Rehearsal has created buzz among autistic viewers, as well as others. In this HBO reality TV series, comedian Nathan Fielder creates life-like practice sessions with sets and scripts to help people prepare for important life events. In season 1, he helped someone confess to a friend that they did not have a master’s degree…
As the Marine Corps Marathon’s golden anniversary approaches this October, OAR is excited to have a team of runners taking on the marathon and virtual 10K in support of autism research. “I’m proud to be running my 6th Marine Corps Marathon in support of OAR—a cause close to my heart. Every mile is for advancing…
OAR staff members attended the 24th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) in Seattle at the beginning of May. The conference showcased the ongoing and latest scientific studies, elevating the field of autism research through interdisciplinary collaborations among researchers, self-advocates, and those who serve the autism community. Conference presentations, speakers, and…
Hire Autism welcomes its spring navigator cohort of nine talented volunteers. Congratulations to Joseph Clark, Christine Carey, Zayd Khoury, Michael Baum, Paula Moore, Cei Wendland, Kiera Bevilacqua, Aline Jesus Rafi, and Janet Wolan! These new navigators will offer invaluable support in refining resumes, crafting compelling cover letters, honing interview skills, and building confidence for job…
