The Autism Self Advocacy Network

The Autism Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is a nonprofit organization run by autistic individuals to promote understanding, acceptance, and rights for people on the autism spectrum. It advocates for policies that respect autistic perspectives, emphasizes the importance of self-determination, and challenges misconceptions and discrimination. ASAN aims to empower autistic voices in decision-making processes that affect their lives, ensuring that autism is recognized as a natural variation of human diversity rather than a deficit to be corrected. Their work includes public education, policy advocacy, and supporting autistic individuals in leadership roles.