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Just Another Wednesday – Autism Acceptance Day

The first Autism Day after my daughter’s diagnosis, I cried my eyes out over a Facebook post that said: “Every day is Autism Day for my parents.” This year, I saw a post that said: “April 2nd was Autism Acceptance Day, but in our house, it was just another Wednesday,” and I smiled.

Why did two posts — both essentially saying the same thing — bring such different reactions? The first one came when I was still drowning in grief, and the second one met me where I am now — living in acceptance.

ACT is Hiring a Development Officer

The Development Officer will play a key role in securing financial support for ACT’s programs and initiatives. This position involves grant writing, donor cultivation, event planning, and corporate sponsorship development. The ideal candidate is an organized, strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for ACT’s mission.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying to [email protected]. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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Partnering for Protection: Working with Police to Keep My Daughter Safe

I write these words with a heavy heart, deeply shaken by the recent tragic shooting of an autistic teen by police in British Columbia. This heartbreaking incident has left a family shattered and a community in mourning. It serves as yet another painful reminder of the work still left to be done. First responders must undergo thorough, compassionate, and effective training in understanding and interacting with autistic individuals. A lack of awareness and misunderstanding should never cost a life.

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