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Product

Empowering Autistic Youth: A Strengths‑Based Model for Building Self‑Advocacy Skills

Center:

OH-The Nisonger Center, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Jessie Green
[email protected]
614-685-3189

Product Description:

The Youth Autism Self‑Advocacy Program (ASAP) is a 10‑week small‑group curriculum for autistic youth ages 11–18 with IEPs or 504 plans. Co‑taught by an Autistic self‑advocate and a social worker, it builds self‑awareness, communication, rights, and leadership through instruction, CBT strategies, and role‑play. Guided by an autistic advisory group, ASAP uses inclusive design to boost confidence and early advocacy skills.

Keyword(s):

Autism, Self-advocate, Youth, IEP, School

Product/Publication Type(s):

Conference presentations and posters presented

Target Audience:

Consumers/Families, Professionals

Alternative Format:

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

[email protected]

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

1100 Wayne Avenue, Suite 1000 Silver Spring, MD 20910

Mailing address:
PO Box 8787
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8787