Empowering Youth and Communities
Lighting the Way: Pathways & Partnerships for Autism
Wed, Apr 30
|Playback Video Now Available
Join us for an inspiring evening of Stories, Insights, Resources, and Connections as we come together to shine a light on Autism Awareness! Whether you're a caregiver, advocate, business leader, supporter, or simply curious to learn more, this is your invitation to grow and "glo" with us.


Time & Location
Apr 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT
Playback Video Now Available
About the event
**UPDATE: 5/24/25:
THE REPLAY OF THE DISCUSSION IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE!!
PLEASE CLICK BELOW TO WATCH THE FULL REPLAY OF THE "LIGHTING THE WAY: PATHWAYS & PARTNERSHIPS FOR AUTISM" DISCUSSION PANEL:
Get ready for an evening of real conversations from real people impacted by autism💙🧩
TIME STAMPS (For Easy Navigation):
00:00-00:24... Welcome & Opening Remarks
00:25-1:17......... Overview of the Agenda
1:17-7:43............ Understanding Autism: Definitions & Key Concept
7:44-8:39............Introducing Spectrum Autism Support Group (and a special thank you for their "what is autism" slides)
8:39-9:12.............Speaker Introduction: Kelly
9:13-19:20...........Kelly’s Presentation
19:21-19:54........ Speaker Introduction: Angela
19:55-36:19....... Angela’s Presentation
36:20-37:00...... Speaker Introduction: Serina
37:01-42:21...... Serina’s Presentation
42:22-50:12...... Mekesha’s Presentation
Our Panel Discussion will feature empowering Stories, practical Insights, valuable Resources, and opportunities to make lasting connections together. You'll hear firsthand experiences from caregivers and advocates navigating autism with love and resilience... plus, enjoy a live Q&A Session where you can ask your own questions and gain deeper understanding.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME (AND ENCOURAGED) TO ATTEND
Whether you’re autistic, part of the broader neurodivergent community, a caregiver, advocate, business owner, supporter, or simply curious, you’re warmly invited to join the conversation. This is your opportunity to learn, connect, and help build a more inclusive community for all
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