All 2025/26 grant applications must be submitted by Friday, July 27 (in one week!). All details, FAQs & access to the portal may be found at #autisticledgrants #autismgrantfunding #NEXTforAUTISMgrants #empoweringiswhatsnextforautism #autismservicescliff

Data shows that there is a significant rate of co‐occurrence between #autism and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)—autistic individuals with #ARFID experience sensory sensitivities, food selectivity, and a lack of dietary diversity.

Say congrats to Amirah, who graduated from @templeu w a degree in Speech Language & Hearing Science. She achieved this while also working as a #DSP w #NEXTforAUTISMFELLOW at Variety, an org that supports neurodivergent individuals through its independence & social inclusion.

Wishing everyone a wonderful 4th of July holiday and weekend! 🇺🇸. Please keep in mind that fireworks are not for everyone, especially individuals with sensory issues. Enjoy safely and respectfully. ❤️🤍💙

On this day in 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, with the news that the more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were free. Join us in recognizing and honoring Juneteenth. Learn more about this important holiday at

#HappyAutisticPrideDay2025

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandads, uncles, brothers, and father figures. We hope you have a great day!

This week marks Neurodiversity Pride Week, with Neurodiversity Pride Day on June 16. Let's remind our community, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to embrace our neurodivergent differences!. #EmbraceNeurodiversity #NeurodiversityPride2025

Are you with an autistic-led or community-based organization considering applying for a NEXT for AUTISM grant? Learn about the process during our informational webinar on June 10. Register at #autisticledgrants #autismgrantfunding

The NEXT for AUTISM 2025/26 grants cycle is officially open! Access FAQs, qualifications, webinar sign-up, and application @ or 🔗 in bio. #autisticledgrants #autismgrantfunding #NEXTforAUTISMgrants #empoweringiswhatsnextforautism #autismservicescliff

Everyone deserves to live a productive and fulfilling life. While our paths may be different, every individual matters, has a role to play, and makes a difference. #someoneyouknowlovessomeonewithautism #autisminclusion #autismequity

🇺🇸 Remember and honor.

Missing all the stars! ✨ . A quick #nightoftoomanystars #flashbackfriday recap. Thanks again to all the stars, on the stage and behind the scenes, participants & sponsors, and our beautiful & talented autism community, for making Night of Too Many Stars 2025 a great success!

Many autistic individuals show a range of behaviors & strategies that help them mask some of their symptoms and mimic behaviors of neurotypical individuals to fit in the community, known as social #camouflaging. #masking #socialcamouflaging #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

Shout out to the mothers, aunts, sisters, grandmothers, and other women who care for and love us unconditionally. We appreciate all that you do! 💖

‼️ Consider this your sign to be a mentor! We're recruiting Aspiring Professionals & Established Professionals to participate as co-mentors in the spring session of our #NEXTCONNECTS bi-directional #mentorship program. Details at #neuroinclusivehiring

Be a #mentor. Join us in facilitating #neurodiversehiring and employment. Register by May 9 to be part of the spring session. Attn Businesses: This is a great opportunity for teams to be part of a meaningful program!. FAQs and Registration: or 🔗 in bio.

Join us to help improve hiring and employment opportunities for autistic adults. The calendar says it's the last day of #AutismAcceptanceMonth, but we will continue our work & message to ensure more autistic adults who want to work have the opportunity.

"Don't be afraid to put yourself out there. There is bound to be a place where you belong.". Meet Michael, Assistant Production Manager, Popcorn for the People: #autismacceptancemonth #autismworks #autismemployment #autismemploymentsuccess.

🩰 Our friends at New York City Ballet have announced a special sensory-friendly performance on May 18, 2025, at 11 AM, featuring three exhilarating ballets by NYCB's George Balanchine. Visit #nycballet #nycballetaccess #sensoryperformance.@nycballet