Blue Envelope Program Supports Autistic Drivers
The Blue Envelope Program, an initiative designed to improve communication between autistic drivers and law enforcement officers, has been adopted...
OAR Welcomes New Hire Autism Navigators
Along with the spring sunshine, OAR’s Hire Autism Program warmly welcomed seven new talented navigators. Congratulations to Jenine B., Cristian...
Social-Emotional Development and Communication for Young Children
In October 2025, OAR’s Board of Directors authorized funding for eight applied autism research grants. These new research grants, totaling...
Find Your Crowd: Building Real Friendships Through Authenticity
I have collected Pokémon cards since I was about five years old. It felt like the most natural thing in the...
Why Connection Matters for Autistic Children
“Do autistic children really want friendships?” As parents and practitioners, we may have asked ourselves this question. If a child...
When Autism Is Misread: Helping Autistic Individuals Prepare for Police Encounters
Most parents spend years teaching their children how to stay safe. Look both ways before crossing the street. Don’t talk to strangers....
Chris Neil runs Abbott World Major Marathon Series
Every time he crosses the finish line of a marathon, Chris Neil calls his sister, DeLyn, sharing a moment amidst...
OAR Awards 12 Graduate Research Grants in 2026
Arlington, VA, June 26, 2026 – Twelve graduate students recently received grants from OAR to support their research studies. OAR recently announced...
Making the Most of Open-ended Interview Questions
The interview process is a critical component of a job application. It is an opportunity for you to connect one-on-one...
Culturally Adapted Approaches to Supporting Arabic-Speaking Individuals with Autism
When we talk about supporting autistic individuals, we often rely on models and strategies developed in cultural contexts very different...
Additional IDEA Funding Available to States
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...
London Marathon Team Reaches New Heights
Windy Tanner intends to fundraise for OAR until she’s raised $50,000—enough to fund a new research study. “In April 2023, my older brother, who was...
