06/06/2026
Amen!
Do you have psychological safety in your workplace?
In Forbes' recent article, "Autism and Why Getting Hired is Only the Beginning," Steven Isaacson shares his belief that autistic employees are most successful in environments where communication is direct, expectations are clearly established, and people feel psychologically safe enough to ask questions without fear of judgment. This is a critical component to creating and sustaining neuroinclusive workplaces.
Forbes Article ➡️ -> https://bit.ly/4uCg9xE
NEXT's 'Inside the Autistic Workforce' Survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/4uJJ3w4
05/14/2026
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05/13/2026
Research may hold advice to improve communication for autistic and neurodiverse people:
When uncertainty hits, people with higher autistic traits reach for words that may calm anxiety
We feel more anxious when facing uncertain or unpredictable situations, but for those who score higher on autistic traits, this anxiety tends to be stronger. Published in Scientific Reports, a new study suggests uncertainty-driven anxiety plays a role in how people manage their emotions.
05/12/2026
Please Share Moments That Matter Everywhere:
MOMENTS THAT MATTER (Officer Friendly Day photo gallery)
Officer Friendly Day was back for year five on May 9, and the event is now drawing attention across the country.
04/09/2026
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Helping Enhance Autism Response Training - April 29, 2026
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety will host autism training for law enforcement and first responders as part of the department’s HEART (Helping Enhance Autism Response Training) initiative. Presenters Dennis Debbaudt and James Marble will provide innovative training on best practices ...
05/07/2025
Teacher arrested after police say she used dog whistle to control autistic student
Elementary teacher Amber Escamilla was arrested on Tuesday for using an electronic dog whistle to gain compliance with a six-year-old autistic student.