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The subject of the post from nearly two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, the Autism Society Inland Empire is a Riverside County, California-based nonprofit that exists to improve the lives of all individuals affected by Autism. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Inland Empire region...

The 10th Annual Autism Walk & Resource Fair was hosted by the Autism Society Inland Empire at the Civic Center in Palm Desert. April is National Autism Awareness Month.

The Autism Society Inland Empire “Autism Walk & Resource Fair” is the Inland Empire’s largest Autism event for local resources.

There was a ...Walk/[running event] and HERO Village filled with fun for [everyone], including ...crafts [and] vendor booths for Autism Awareness...

It was a time of community dedicated to improving the lives of children & adults with Autism.

...Currently, there are [many] children and adults ...in [the area] who need ...education on the many issues our families face.

The Autism Society Inland Empire’s mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.

Here is a link to a video from the Autism Society Inland Empire's Walk from a few years ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...a8ce5436e6b8&q

[source: https://kesq.com/news/2022/04/09/the...esource-fair/]

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The subject of the post from nearly two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

...Locally, Pittsburgh has some of the biggest donations made, and events take place to help raise awareness for those with Autism. The Autism Society of Pittsburgh has events happening all through the summer of 2022, starting June 10 and lasting through September 25.

This program solely exists based on donations made from multiple organizations and sponsors...

One event this society holds is the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix each year and has helped [many individuals affected by Autism, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorders] in the Southwestern part of Pennsylvania alone...

The car show isn’t the only way to [raise funds for] Autism Awareness. Pittsburgh Walks partners with Autism Speaks ...for the walk on the 25 of September at the Hartwood Amphitheater...

Here is a link to a video from the Pittsburgh Autism Speaks Walk from almost six months ago:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...770f6198cb0b&q

[source: https://thehillernewspaper.org/5340/...ess-to-autism/ ]

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The subject of the post from about two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Heartspring is a Sedgwick County, Kansas-based nonprofit that serves children with various challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorders...

It’s time for a festival full of awesome events all for a good cause including the Autism CARE Walk, PedalFest bicycle rides, a 5K run, a car show, food trucks, music including a concert by Groove 42, and plenty of activities from for everyone. So, walk, roll and help Heartspring meet its fundraising goal at Heartspring's CAREfest.

Don’t miss out on ALL of these fun activities:
– Autism CARE Walk (Free)

...Remember, funds raised go back to benefit the children and [individuals] served at Heartspring. For more information reach out at Heartspring.org

Here is a link to a video from Heartspring's Autism Care Walk from nearly six years ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=10156592482689572

[source: https://www.ksn.com/gooddaykansas/he...carefest-2022/ ]

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The subject of the post from about two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the south, the Arc of Jefferson County-St. Lawrence is a Canton, New York-based nonprofit that provides services to individuals with various challenges. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Jefferson and St. Lawrence Counties in New York state...

The [nonprofit's] Autism Awareness walk is a non-competitive walk to promote Autism Awareness, as well as raise funds [for] local programs for [individuals impacted with Autism, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorders]. This year walk will be hosted by [television] news anchor Garrett Domblewski!

There is NO MINIMUM ENTRY FEE! Everyone is welcome to attend. However, t-shirts will be given to registrants who raise $50 or more, while supplies last.

Donors who contribute $25 or more will get a mug.

Gift bags will be given to [many of] the first [participants] to register at the walk!


...Be a Video Game Character - Enter the Costume Contest!

...Entry Rules

• Entrants: must have the entry form filled out completely and register at the Park by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the Walk.
• G Rating: Costumes must be appropriate for all ages to qualify.
• Judging: Winners will be announced after the walk.

Judging Criteria

• Tying in Autism Awareness to Video Game Character Theme: How will you tie Autism Awareness into your costume – perhaps adding puzzle pieces to your costume?
• Imagination: Shows a non-traditional approach and uniqueness in design and theme.
• Originality: Give a ...unique perspective take on an existing Video Game Character.

Prizes

A prize will also be awarded to the Best Overall Video Game Character(s) within each entry category and age group, based on the best fulfillment of the Judging Criteria.


Enter the 2022 Flag Contest!

...Create an Autism awareness flag and bring it to the walk...
Entry Rules

• Entrants: must have the entry form filled out completely and register at the Park by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the Walk.
• ...Teams: Contest is open to teams of two or more people.
• Entry: One entry per team, please.
• Theme: Autism Awareness & Video Game Characters.
• The Back of Your Flag: Must include the this form filled out completely or Team Name, Team Leader’s Name, E-mail, and Phone Number.
• G Rating: Flags must contain appropriate language to qualify.
• To enter: Flags must be brought to the registration area by 10:00am.
• Judging: Will take place on location, and the winners will be announced after the walk.

Judging Criteria

• Design: Composition, the artistic appeal of the flag and theme.
• Clarity: How well/easily the message is understood.
• Enhances Public Awareness: Does the flag positively promote Autism Awareness in the community?

Prizes

A prize will be awarded for each of the following categories:

• Best Overall: Based on the best fulfillment of the Judging Criteria.
• Most Original: ...a unique perspective.
• Most Creative: Shows a non-traditional approach and uniqueness in design and theme...

Here is a link to a video from the Arc of Jefferson County-St. Lawrence's Autism Awareness Walk from a few years ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...0d9c292f9e9b&q

[source: https://www.thearcjslc.org/autism-awareness-walk-2022 ]

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The subject of the post from about two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the south, the Autism Society of North Carolina is a North Carolina-based nonprofit that provides services to individuals affected by Autism...

A [large] crowd ...turned out to the UNCW Track and Field Complex Saturday morning for the 2022 Coastal Walk/Run for Autism.

Hosted by the Autism Society of North Carolina, the event helps raise funds for programs and services to improve the lives of individuals with autism in southeastern North Carolina.

[Many] people registered for the morning’s running and walking events, which included a [running event that went through] the UNCW campus and a 1-mile fun run/walk around the track. Several members of the Seahawks’ Men’s Basketball team spent time with the crowd, posing for pictures with fans.

Many providers set up information booths next to the track, where they were able to answer questions on their services that covered physical and developmental areas.

Organizers say they expected to raise more than $50,000 from the event for the Autism Society of NC, which is the leading statewide resource organization serving people across the autism spectrum throughout their lifetimes. Proceeds will stay in this area to help children and adults with autism learn new skills and make friends, allow families to attend workshops or support groups to better care for their children, and provide adults with autism the tools they need to become employed and build fulfilling lives.

WECT was a sponsor for the event.

Here is a link to photos from the Autism Society of North Carolina Coastal Run/Walk, held in Wilmington, North Carolina, from about a year ago: https://www.flickr.com/photos/autism...77720298384033

[source: https://www.wect.com/2022/04/23/coas...ds-uncw-track/ ]

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The subject of the post from over two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Orange County, in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

Autism Speaks is headed to Dodger Stadium this year....
Through the walk, the organization hopes to promote acceptance and raise funds for people with autism.

Los Angeles County's will be held at Dodger Stadium on Dec. 10 at 8:30 a.m.

The walk will also feature a large family-friendly resource fair for the autism community, a kids zone, Opening Ceremony, Finish Line Celebration with autistic performers, Grand Club, Team Village and food trucks.

Funds raised will go toward crucial resources, research, advocacy and support for people with autism.

According to Autism Speaks, they have aided more than 26 million people with free resources, services and support.

Here is a link to Orange County's Autism Speaks Walk from over four years ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...d808d4a1a7bd&q

[source: https://abc7.com/autism-speaks-walk-...iser/12434064/ ]

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The subject of the post from yesterday was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the east, the Autism Society of Maine is a Winthrop, Maine-based nonprofit that attempts to promote lifelong access and opportunity so that individuals affected by Autism can become participating members of their communities. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Maine...

A step in the right direction- that was the feeling Sunday in downtown Bangor as folks participated in the 20th annual Walk for Autism.

What made this even more special is that for the first time in three years, it was an in person event.

[Many] people participated in the [Autism Walk.]

In addition to the walk, there were vendors, games and prizes

Organizers of the walk say the pandemic has been especially hard on the autism community.

”A lot of our children or our autistic adults, they’re used to having in person therapies, they’re used to being in school. That one-on-one,” says Cathy Dionne, Executive Director, Autism Society of Maine. “They don’t understand sometimes the social cues that happen online, by video. Or they can’t sit still enough to sit in front of a computer.”

Dionne adds while in person instruction is returning, staffing shortages are preventing some [individuals impacted by Autism] in Maine from receiving the services they need.

Here is a link to a video from the Autism Society of Maine's annual Walk from nearly a year ago: https://www.facebook.com/10006489504...1504180448966/

[source: https://www.wabi.tv/2022/05/02/20th-...wntown-bangor/ ]

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The subject of the post from yesterday was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

In the United Kingdom, the National Autistic Society Scotland is a Clackmannanshire-based nonprofit that attempts to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for individuals affected by Autism. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Scotland...

...The National Autistic Society wants to close the gap between basic awareness and proper understanding during World Autism Awareness Week, through various activities including the Spectrum Night Walks.

...Toya Palmer, the interim head of ...fundraising said: “Our annual Spectrum Night Walks are a great opportunity to see some of Glasgow’s landmarks, raise vital funds for our charity and get people talking about autism. Everyone is welcome to join in, whether you’re a seasoned walker or not. There’s always a good turnout and a really special atmosphere.

“By helping people to understand autism better and to appreciate the diversity of the autism spectrum, we can all help create a more accepting society that works for autistic people.

[Children from the age of 5 can go to the Walk] free and a fundraising target of £100 is suggested...

Here is a link to a video from the National Autistic Society Scotland from a couple of weeks ago: https://www.facebook.com/autismscotl...88109401255464

[source: https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/specia...es-up-17517357 ]

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The subject of the post from a couple of days ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Los Angeles County is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

Alpha Xi Delta Chapter President Lindsay Thompson and [many] women [from the] Chapter at California State University, Northridge understand the need to walk for autism and will walk [for] the autism community during Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism Speaks ...at the Pasadena Rose Bowl during Autism Awareness Month.

Since 2009, Alpha Xi Delta has paired with Autism Speaks to help raise autism awareness [and] last year the Northridge chapter raised $31,400 through their annual, week-long philanthropy event, inspiring CSUN students and the surrounding community to get involved for Autism Speaks.

Here is a link to a video on the Los Angeles Autism Speaks Walk from over two years ago:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...bdc6bf71c448&q

[source: https://patch.com/california/northri...ism-speaks-426 ]

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The subject of the post from about a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, St. Louis, Missouri is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

Join our team for the annual Autism Speaks Walk!

United Services will join other teams Saturday, October 8, at Forest Park for the annual Autism Speaks community building and fundraising event.

Search for the United Services for Children team on the St. Louis Walk team list and register to become a team member.

We'll meet ...in front of the stage in the upper Muny parking lot.

It will be a fun morning for a good cause – enhancing the lives of people with autism...

Here is a link to a video on the St. Louis Autism SpeaksWalk from nearly six years ago:
https://www.facebook.com/route3films...45912138962729

[source: https://unitedservicesforchildren.or...ism-walk-team/ ]

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The subject of the post from over a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Anaheim in southern California is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

PCV Murcor employees and their families and friends, through its PCV|VRM Seeds of Hope community outreach program, joined [many other participants] in walking... The Autism Speaks Walk, Orange County took place at Angels Stadium in Anaheim, CA...

“We greatly appreciate PCV Murcor coming out and participating in the walk,” said Tracey MacDonald, Executive Director of the Autism Speaks Southern California chapter. “Walk Day is our favorite day of the year. In addition to raising critical funds to fuel our mission of enhancing lives across the autism spectrum and throughout the lifespan, the celebration of those impacted by autism is truly a joy to experience.”

...“It was heartwarming to see all of the support for autism come together in one place,” said Stephanie Klein, PCV Murcor’s Corporate Office Manager. “I have family affected by autism, so being a part of this with co-workers and getting involved was important to me.”

“We know that autism doesn’t just impact the individual, it impacts all those around them – families, friends, neighbors, and employers. Seeing the support of local companies helps all the families to know that they are not alone,” MacDonald added.

Autism Speaks funds research and education programs to improve the lives of anyone across the autism spectrum. The organization has funded nearly $150 million, primarily in scientific grants, resulting in an additional $396 million of publicly-sourced autism-related funding.
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Here is a link to a video from the Autism Speaks Walk held in Anaheim from a few years ago:
https://www.facebook.com/acuitybehav...42151326292864

[source: https://www.pcvmurcor.com/2019/12/autism-speaks-walk/ ]

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The subject of the post from over a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

In the United Kingdom, the North East Autism Society is a Tyne and Wear-based nonprofit that provides educational and residential programmes to children with an Autism spectrum Condition in the area...

After two years away, we're delighted to announce that our Walk for Acceptance is returning for 2022!

We'll be back at Herrington Country Park on Friday 22 April as we continue our Journey to Acceptance, and we'd love for you to join us.

The event will see supporters from across the region come together to walk, roll or stroll a ...lap of the park [for] Autism Acceptance...

Here is a link to a video on the North East Autism Society from nearly half a year ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=...08ff357aba0b&q

[source: https://www.ne-as.org.uk/walk-for-acceptance ]

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The subject of the post from nearly two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, the Autism Society of San Diego is a San Diego, California-based nonprofit that serves as the voice and resource of the local autism community. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in San Diego County...

[The Palomar College] Psychology Instructor ...and her students completed a Service Learning Project at the Autism Society of San Diego’s Rock and Walk event.

Many students found that it was a great, rewarding experience and want to keep engaging in service learning.

They continued to serve beyond the hours required for their class assignment.

[The Instructor said], “I thought this was a great opportunity for students to get involved in the community. The students were able to apply what they have been learning in class about autism and they got on-hands experience working with the children and adults who are autistic.”

Here is a link to a video on the Autism Society of San Diego's Rock Rock and Walk event from over five years ago:

https://www.facebook.com/CalBalCo/videos/10155996432753680

[source: https://www.palomar.edu/pao/students...nd-walk-event/ ]

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The subject of the post from a few days ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Columbus, Ohio is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

[Many] people are expected to participate in the Columbus Autism Speaks Walk at 9 a.m. Oct. 9, starting at the Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St.

Children’s activities begin at 9 a.m. and the 1.2-mile walk starts at 10:30 a.m. on a route that includes Rich Street and the banks of the Scioto River, said Sheri Weithman, area executive director of Autism Speaks for the Great Lakes and Pennsylvania region.

No preregistration is required, and the event is free and open to the public, but fundraising efforts and donations are encouraged, Weithman said.

Here is a link to a video from Columbus, Ohio's Autism Speaks Walk from a couple of years ago: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1039162999859771

[source: https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/communities/2022/10/04/autism-speaks-walk-oct-9-at-columbus-commons/69539554007/ ]

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The subject of the post from nearly a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the west, the Autism Society of Wa.'s Spokane Chapter is a Spokane, Wa.-based nonprofit that promotes lifelong community access for individuals affected by Autism. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Spokane area...

A walk in Spokane Valley [attempts] to benefit individuals ...affected by autism spectrum disorders.

The Inland Northwest’s ... [Steps for Autism Walk] is scheduled for Saturday...

Organized by the Northwest Autism Center, the [Autism Walk] will start and finish at Mirabeau Meadows Park South shelter and will follow the Centennial Trail through Spokane Valley. All ages and ability levels are welcome to participate in the event.

“Increased awareness leads to improved health care, education, ...and perhaps more significantly, expanded relationships and a sense of belonging for the individual living with autism and [those closest to them],” said Dawn Sidell, Northwest Autism Center’s Executive Director.

According to Sidell, as recently as 2005 only two states in the U.S. required any kind of coverage for the treatment of autism. Today, 39 states, plus the District of Columbia have enacted insurance reform laws. Washington began inacting these mandates in 2013.

The Northwest Autism Center’s current goal is to increase the availability of newly covered treatments, and to extend access to children who have become adult community members.

“Understanding and appreciating the challenges and differences of the people around us is what defines our humanity,” Sidell said. “When we extend ourselves to understand even one individual who is ‘different’ than we are, we extend ourselves to understand people we have never met, and parts of ourselves we have perhaps never owned.”

Registration for Saturday’s Steps of Autism 5k is $25.00...

Here is a link to a video from Spokane's 'Steps for Autism' Walk from nearly five years ago: https://www.facebook.com/stepsforaut...73548012752783

[source: https://www.kxly.com/news/local-news...86e6e07a2.html ]

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The subject of the post from about a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the south, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

The [Philadelphia Major League Baseball team] are once again teaming up with Autism Speaks to host Autism Awareness Day at Citizens Bank Park. Please join us on Saturday, April 8 at 4:05 p.m. when the [team hosts the Cincinnati Major League Baseball team.]

All [adult] fans ...will also receive a McDonald’s Opening Night T-shirt!

Tickets for this event are available in select seating locations.

At checkout, a $4 per ticket ...fee will be applied to your order, and those proceeds will benefit Autism Speaks...

Limit of 8 tickets per person or entity.

...Sales/payments may not be cancelled by purchaser. Game date and time subject to change. The team reserves the right to cancel any individual game order in its discretion, without notification. All cancelled orders will be refunded in full...

Please note: Theme Night tickets are subject to dynamic pricing and discounts are subject to change.

Here is a link to a video from the Philadelphia Autism Speaks Walk from over five years ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bw-tCJuFrZ0

[source: https://www.mlb.com/phillies/tickets...tism-awareness ]

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The subject of the post from over a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Miami, Florida is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

The Miami-Dade division of Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced that the 14th annual Miami Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on April 6 ...in Doral.

All event proceeds [are going to] Autism Speaks’ work, both locally and nationally, ...in Miami-Dade County and beyond.

Each Walk Now for Autism Speaks event is unique, offering a safe and fun day for [individuals] impacted by autism [, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.] The day includes a two-mile Walk and Community Resource fair with educational sources, therapists, schools, recreational organizations, and creative child-friendly activities – a true “one-stop-shop” for [individuals] affected by autism.

“We are thrilled to be launching the 14th annual Walk Now for Autism Speaks [in conjunction with individuals impacted by Autism, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and those closest to them,] who want to make a difference,” said Manny Gaunaurd, president of IMUSA.

Local sponsors include South Florida Ford, Sedano’s Supermarkets, BDO, ...IMUSA USA, TD Bank, City of Doral, FPL, Johnny Rockets, ...FirstBank Florida, ...SunTrust Bank, DHL, Mercantil Commercebank, Robert and Patricia Cambo, ...Coca-Cola Company, and Publix Super Markets...

Here is a link to a video from Miami's Autism Speaks Walk from about five years ago: https://vimeo.com/254034968

[source: https://miamilaker.com/autism-speaks...-park-in-doral ]

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The subject of the post from over a week ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Tampa Bay, Florida is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

...This Autism Speaks walk was held ...in Tampa, FL ...There were rows of tents with autism resource providers there to share helpful information and play with sensory-friendly toys and games. [Lexi Weber, center manager of the Hopebridge autism therapy center in St. Petersburg, FL] says that every detail was tailored for individuals with autism to attend and enjoy themselves. Instead of loud clapping after announcements, the Autism Speaks team provided blue pompoms to shake.

The diversity and representation from the Autism Speaks staff and vendors is what stuck out to Lexi the most. Many of the staff members were self-advocates with autism, and the DJ at the event was also on the spectrum. Lexi loved that children with autism could come to an event like this and not only have their sensory needs catered to, but also see representation in such a supportive space.

In addition to all the little details making this walk so much fun for so many, Lexi says it is also a very customizable experience. Whether you have a team or are there by yourself, you can participate in every activity. You can also walk as much or as little as you are able. Participants are free to mingle with providers, walk one lap or walk the entire time.

At the Hopebridge table, Lexi and Felicity enjoyed their time sharing the impactful resources that Hopebridge offers. Many families were interested in learning more about our unique Hopebridge 360 Care services. Lexi and Felicity shared information, played games, took fun photos, and learned more about their local autism community.

Lexi was so impressed with all of the support that the community poured into this event. She described it as a “big community hangout.”

While the 2022 Autism Speaks walks that Hopebridge sponsors have come to an end, the advocacy and support that our teams experience at these events will stick with them forever. We are already counting down the days until the next walk season! If you are seeking autism therapy services for your child, or looking to join the Hopebridge team, please visit our website to learn more!

Here is a link to photos from the Tampa Bay Autism Speaks Walk from over a year ago: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...0055085&type=3

[source: https://www.hopebridge.com/blog/hope...mmunity-walks/ ]

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The subject of the post from nearly two weeks ago was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, the Coachella Valley Autism Society of America (CVASA) is a Riverside County, California-based nonprofit that attempts to offer programs and services at low cost or no cost for individuals affected by Autism. This includes children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Coachella Valley...

Walk, Run, Skip, or Jump for Autism Awareness!

Join [many] individuals in the autism community as we [join one another] for a morning of fun, awareness, [and] resources...

The Coachella Valley Autism Society is hosting their ...Annual Autism Walk & Resource Fair on Saturday, April 11th from 9 am to 12 pm at the Palm Desert Civic Center Park. The event not only creates awareness but also helps to raise much needed funds...

REGISTRATION FEES
February 1st – April 5th Registration
$15 Adult (18+) – Includes FREE 2020 Official Autism Walk t-shirt giveaway.
$10 Youth (13-17) – Includes FREE 2020 Official Autism Walk t-shirt giveaway.
$0 (Free) Adults w/ autism or other special needs (18+) – Includes FREE commemorative past autism walk t-shirt giveaway. *While supplies last (sizes are limited).
$0 (Free) Individuals w/ autism or other special needs (17 yrs and under)...

Children (12 yrs and under) – FREE

REGISTRATION GOES UP $20 FOR ADULTS AND $15 FOR YOUTH ON THE DAY OF THE WALK! SAVE $5 PER REGISTRATION BY SIGNING UP BEFORE APRIL 5TH! **DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS APRIL 5TH AT MIDNIGHT.**

DAY OF REGISTRATION FEES, April 11th (PAID ONSITE)
$20 Adult (18 +)
$15 Youth (13 – 17 yrs)
Children (12 yrs and under) – FREE
Adults w/ Autism or Other Special Needs ( 18 +) – FREE
Individuals w/ Autism or Other Special Needs (17 yrs and under) – FREE

REGISTRATION GIVEAWAYS!
Adults (18+) and Youth (13-17 yrs) paid registrations will receive a FREE 2020 Official Autism Walk T-shirt.
Individuals w/ Autism or Other Special Needs (17 yrs and under) and ALL Children (12 and under) will receive a FREE Sesame Street “Circle of Friends” autism book.
Adults with autism will receive a FREE commemorative past autism walk t-shirt. *While supplies last (sizes are limited).
*Note: Be sure to redeem your giveaway under the “Giveaway” section during registration. For T-shirts, be sure to select your appropriate t-shirt size. All giveaways are available while supplies last. Must register by 12 pm noon on Monday, March 30th to guarantee t-shirt size.

Additional official 2020 Autism Walk T-shirts can be purchased in the online store or in person at the Autism Walk while supplies last. We will also have a Merch Table with autism awareness items for sale at the Walk.

*The Walk will take place on the Palm Desert Civic Center Parks beautiful amphitheater and scenic sidewalk trail...

Here is a link to photos from CVASA's annual Autism Walk from nearly five years ago:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...8059864&type=3

[source: https://www.behavioralautismtherapie...a-autism-walk/ ]

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The subject of the post from yesterday was Ottawa, Ontario, Canada being home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks Canada. Autism Speaks is North America's leading Autism science and advocacy organisation.

To the southwest, Atlanta, Georgia is also home to an annual Walk for Autism Speaks...

Join Autism Speaks for the 10th annual Walk Now For Autism Speaks Georgia in partnership with the Marcus Autism Center on Sunday, May 18th at Atlantic Station Pinnacle Lot.

Come ready to enjoy a day full of smiles, laughter, awareness and fundraising...

Children [and those individuals closest to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders] are encouraged to [participate] by walking [the full distance], creating team t-shirts or signs!

Enjoy children’s activities, games, crafts, [and] meet with resource vendors...

[The Walk day is going to conclude] at 12:30pm – free parking!

Here is a link to a video on Atlanta's Autism Speaks Walk from about five months ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPEpkptZJa4&t=1s

[source: https://patch.com/georgia/eastatlant...orgia_055c5bf9 ]