There are high rates of co-occurring mental health conditions among autistic adults.

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth is a good reminder of this fact and to always be kind, patient, inclusive, and supportive. ❤️ 💙

#mentalhealthawareness #bekind #bepatient #bekind #besupportive

Full Spectrum Agency for autistic adults exists to support and #fosterindependence and #buildcommunity for #autisticadults . NEXT is honored to support FSA and its Executive Director Kate Oswald with grant funding. Learn more @ fullspectrumasd.org or NEXTforAUTISM.org/grants

This quote is a good reminder that no 2 autistic individuals are alike. Each individual has unique traits, unique characteristics, unique talents & unique experiences. 1 thing autistic individuals do have in common, each one deserves to live a productive & fulfilling life. ❤️ 💙

As part of NEXT’s #HowCanIHelp campaign, this week we're highlighting #workplaceinclusion . To help facilitate #neurodiversity in the workplace, NEXT offers practical resources for businesses and job seekers alike. Details at NEXTforAUTISM.org/HowCanIHelp.

#AutismAcceptanceMonth

DUE TODAY! Letter of Intent (LOI) grant submissions for the 2024 NEXT for AUTISM grants cycle are due today (Friday, April 5, 2024) by 5PM ET.

All details, including application, FAQ, and Webinar recording, at NEXTforAUTISM.org/2024Grants.

#AutismPrograms #SupportAutisticAdults

Today and every day.

Be an ally.
Be an advocate.
Be a friend.
Be a champion.
Be a support.
Be a mentor.
Be an employer.
Be a peer.
Be inclusive.
Be a community.

What would you like to see more of in allyship with the autism community?

#WorldAutismDay #WorldAutismAwarenessDay

Today marks the beginning of #AutismAcceptance Month . See the inspiration behind our #HowCanIHelp theme, thanks to NEXT advisory board member Russell Lehmann (pictured), as well as 5 ways YOU can help at NEXTforAUTISM.org/HowCanIHelp

#AutismAcceptance #AutismAlly

Thanks to Amy Gravino, an autism sexuality advocate and relationship coach in the Rutgers University Center for Adult Autism Services, and her team for developing the Adult Autism Sexuality Kit thanks to a grant from NEXT for AUTISM. Learn more about their impact: bit.ly/4ay53Q5

Throughout 2023, NEXT’s 20th anniversary year, our team of neurodiverse and neurotypical stakeholders identified and built new initiatives, as well as expanded existing programs, to help us best achieve our objectives.

Read more about our impact at NEXTforAUTISM.org/YIR23

The NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS application portal closes in ONE WEEK, on March 22, 2024! See guidelines & participating partners for this employment-based scholarship opportunity at NEXTforAUTISM.org/Fellows.

#NEXTforAUTISMFELLOWS #SupportAutisticAdults #DirectSupportProfessional

Today’s the day! The NEXT for AUTISM 2024 grants cycle is officially open! If you are with an autistic-led or community-based organization that is supporting autistic individuals in the areas of home, work, or social.

Details at NEXTforAUTISM.org/2024Grants or 🔗 in bio.

Join us in thanking the social workers who play a pivotal role in helping autistic individuals and their families navigate life, health, and care decisions. And a special shout-out to the two social workers on our NEXT for AUTISM team.

#SWMonth2024 #SocialWorkBreaksBarriers

Mark your calendar for March 11, 2024 (in 1 week!) when NEXT for AUTISM opens its 2024 grants cycle for autistic-led & community-based organizations.

For more details, or to register for our grants process webinar on March 13, 2024 at 3:30PM EST, go to NEXTforAUTISM.org/2024grants.

We are thankful for the important work of NEXT grantee Diane Wright and Autastic, providing experiences to empower and connect the #AutisticBiPoC community.

Learn more about their work at Autastic.com and the NEXT grants program at NEXTforAUTISM.org/Grants.

There is always an opportunity for kindness.

This is your reminder to share a random act of kindness today.

#RandomActsofKindnessDay ❤️ 💙

The application portal is NOW OPEN thru Mar 22, 2024, for our 2nd year of NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS employment-based scholarship program for students in an HHS-related field of study interested in supporting neurodivergent individuals. View guidelines at NEXTforAUTISM.org/Fellows.

Happy Valentine's Day.

May your day be filled with love and kindness. ❤️💙

What are the biggest misconceptions about autism?

We've all heard or experienced misinformation or assumptions about autism. Share the biggest misconceptions below 👇 along with what you want people to know about autism.

#SomeoneYouKnowLovesSomeoneWithAutism

You’re an important part of NEXT for AUTISM’s mission to enhance the lives of autistic adults. Be part of our commitment to designing and launching programs that enrich lives ... from mentorship opportunities to partnerships, and more.

Learn more at bit.ly/3HAsKuy

NEXT for AUTISM is a proud grant funder of Sibling Leadership Network and their important work supporting autistic individuals and their families. Learn more at bit.ly/3SktXuK

#SharingIsWhatsNextForAutism #GranteeSpotlight #NextForAutism #SupportingFamilies