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  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (18-35)

    This multi-session support group is for women and femme people (18-35) who are on the autism spectrum. Through this a multi-session support group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE multi-session support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:

    – Masking/camouflaging
    – Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    – Relationships
    – Self-care

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 13
    October 20
    October 27
    November 3
    November 10
    November 17
    December 1
    December 8

    $100

  • SPARK Social Skills Groups

    Recurring
    F.A.S.T. Family Autism Support Team Valdosta, GA

    In a world that expects social connection, FAST's new SPARK Groups aim to help tweens, older teens & young adults on the autism spectrum gain confidence, build friendships, and experience community all while preparing for real-life success. From navigating relationships to handling interviews or dating, SPARK is your place to grow!

    These meetings, led by licensed speech and language pathologists, offer a safe, supportive space to build real-world social and communication skills. Whether it’s navigating group conversations, managing emotions, or preparing for work/college environments, SPARK groups help empower individuals on the autism spectrum to connect with confidence. Topics and speaking points will vary for each meeting, ranging from everyday hang outs to preparing for adult responsibilities.

    $20

  • Dimensions® First Place Global Symposium

    First Place Global invites you to attend Dimensions® 2026. At this conference, people will learn, share ideas, and work together to create better opportunities for people with autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Sessions will focus on important topics like housing, health care, jobs, and education. Participants will explore ways to remove barriers so people with disabilities can live meaningful, independent lives. Over three days, attendees will connect with others, learn from experts, and leave with ideas they can use to create positive change in their communities.

    Free

  • Fall Break Camp

    Recurring
    Glory House 600 N Houston Lake Blvd, Centerville, GA

    Look at this!! We have only 5 slots left for our Fall Break Camp!!!! Save your space today!!

    $150

  • Decoding Face Processing in Autism

    Social difficulties in autism are well-documented, but the visual and neural mechanisms driving them remain poorly understood. Eye-tracking and EEG have been particularly valuable measurement modalities for understanding social perception in autism. This talk presents novel approaches to analyzing eye-tracking and EEG data that have strong potential to advance our understanding of social perception in autism. These methods can provide intermediate mechanisms for behavioral change over time and may improve sensitivity to intervention-related change. Looking ahead, ongoing efforts to extend these modalities into real-world social contexts are discussed, bringing laboratory-based measures closer to the lived experience of autistic individuals.

    Free

  • From Informing to Co-Creating: Making Progress toward Richer Family Engagement

    In this webinar, participants will explore the Continuum of Engagement—from informing and consulting through involving, collaborating, and co-creating—and see how the flow of information and the distribution sharing of decision-making power shape partnership at the individual, community, and systems levels. Using the Water of Systems Change as a lens, the webinar examines the mental-model, relational, and structural shifts required to move toward richer partnerships with families to transform systems of care.

    Free

  • Sifting Through Your Parental Rights

    Join us as P2P provides basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.

    Contact: Amanda Brown
    Email: amandab@p2pga.org
    Phone: (678) 736-7314

    More Info: https://tinyurl.com/3ma228r4

    Free

  • Multi-Session Workshop & Research Opportunity – ALIVE & THRIVE for LGBTQIA+ Adults

    ALIVE & THRIVE is a two part online workshop and research opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Autistic adults. One part is an 8 week curriculum based workshop and the other part is an 8 week support group experience. (Participation in the research is optional). There is a three month break between the parts. Registration includes both parts (16 weeks.)

    ALIVE & THRIVE is rooted in a neurodiversity embracing perspective and is facilitated by an autistic adult and a non-autistic adult who work together. The curriculum provides education about the science of LGBTQIA+ mental health, community building, and more. Topics of discussion will include:

    -Creating Goals
    -Science of minority stress
    -Countering shame and guilt
    -Meaning and purpose
    -Building self-compassion
    -Positive coping in today’s world
    -Science of pride and affirmation
    -Holistic self-care
    -Managing rejection expectations
    -Healthy relationships and boundaries
    -Building a future worth living for

    ALIVE & THRIVE offers a safe and affirming envirnoment for Autistic adults to talk with like minded people, share issues and concerns and celebrate successes It also provides opportunities for participants to build ongoing connections with a small LGBTQIA+ community’

    Facilitators will schedule and introductory meeting with each registrant to confirm participation in the workshop.

    Registrants may choose to participate in a paid research study to evaluate if ALIVE & THRIVE is helpful.

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 14
    October 21
    October 28
    November 4
    November 11
    November 18
    December 2
    December 9
    March 17
    March 24
    March 31
    April 7
    April 14
    April 28
    May 5
    May 12

    $50

  • Transición a la Vida Adulta

    Este taller brinda a familias y estudiantes con discapacidades una guía clara sobre el proceso de Transición a la Vida Adulta desde el sistema escolar. Exploraremos cómo el IEP debe incluir metas de transición a partir de los 14 o 16 años (según el estado), enfocándonos en educación postsecundaria, empleo y vida independiente. También discutiremos recursos disponibles en la comunidad y cómo preparar un plan realista para el futuro. El objetivo es que los estudiantes y sus familias estén mejor preparados para tomar decisiones informadas y alcanzar sus metas de vida adulta.

    Free

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (35-50)

    This multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women (35-50). Through this support group, women (35-50) can build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. AANE multi-session support groups for women also give women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations. It also lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 14
    October 21
    October 28
    November 4
    November 18
    December 2
    December 9
    December 16

    $100

  • Fall Break Camp

    Recurring
    Glory House 600 N Houston Lake Blvd, Centerville, GA

    Look at this!! We have only 5 slots left for our Fall Break Camp!!!! Save your space today!!

    $150

  • The Stay Safe Program – Building Safety Awareness for Individuals with Disabilities, Families, and Caregivers

    The Stay Safe Program is a practical, easy-to-understand program designed for individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), as well as caregivers, family members, educators, support professionals, and community members seeking to improve personal safety and emergency preparedness. This webinar will provide strategies to help participants recognize risks, communicate effectively with first responders, prevent emergencies, and respond more safely when emergencies occur. Topics covered will include safe interaction with police and first responders, fire safety, online safety, wandering prevention tips and more.
    Who should attend? Individuals with disabilities, family members, caregivers, educators, support staff, and community members interested in improving safety awareness and emergency preparedness.
    This event will include and question and answer session at the end.

    Free