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Minority Autism Connection

Minority Autism Connection empowers minority families affected by autism through culturally relevant resources, education, and advocacy, fostering understanding and support within underrepresented communities.

🎉 Join Minority Autism Connection for an afternoon of fun at our 2nd Annual Back to School Drive!&nbsp; **The event will be held at Beechcroft Park and will include: a giveaway of backpacks filled with supplies (while supplies last), food, fun , sensory friendly activities, vendors, resources and more!)🎉 **PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED IN ORDER TO RECIEVE A BACKPACK! Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create an inclusive, supportive and more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable. **BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for my child(ren) to be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications.&nbsp;<div fr-original-style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.&nbsp;

Minority Autism Connection: 2026 Back To School Drive: FAMILY REGISTRATION PAGE

Become a vendor at our 2026 Back To School Drive 🤝💙. Your table helps Minority Autism Connection bring culturally responsive autism resources, school supplies, and support directly to minority families. Please complete this Vendor Registration form so we can confirm your space, needs, and offerings. Together, we&rsquo;ll create a welcoming, sensory‑aware event where families can learn, connect, and get ready for the new school year. MEDIA RELEASE AUTHORIZATION: I hereby grant permission for my name and/or my company&#39;s name/ likeness to be used, photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications. I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.**

Minority Autism Connection: 2026 Back To School Drive: VENDOR REGISTRATION PAGE

🎉Join Minority Autism Connection for some sensory friendly fitness at Gym Skills Gahanna🎉 The environment is low sensory so all of our sensory seeking friends and families have a safe and inclusive space to play! Gym Skills provides at least 1 qualified coach to help in assisting each participant. Guardians are required to participate to ensure safety and for every individual to have the best experience during Gym Skill Low Sensory Open Gym. Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable. ----SAVE TIME:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://portal.iclasspro.com/gymskillsgym/create-account-01-verify-email" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">COMPLETE A WAIVER HERE</a> (please note: you must create an account) **BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for my child(ren) to be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications.&nbsp;<div fr-original-style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.&nbsp;

Minority Autism Connection: Low Sensory Open Gym at Gym Skills

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of some fun with Minority Autism Connection. We are returning to We Rock The Spectrum🎉 Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable. ----SAVE TIME: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://waiver.roller.app/WeRockTheSpectrumColumbus/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">COMPLETE A WAIVER HERE</a> **BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for my child(ren) to be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications.&nbsp;<div fr-original-style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.&nbsp;

Minority Autism Connection: WRTS Summer 2026 Sensory Playdate

🎉 Join Minority Autism Connection for an afternoon of safe and inclusive fun! We are headed to the inclusion playground located at Blendon Woods Metro Park🎉 Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a safe, supportive and more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable. ----<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.metroparks.net/blog/tim-talks-blendon-woods-inclusive-playground/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE FOR VIEWS OF THE INCLUSION PLAYGROUND&nbsp;</a> **BY REGISTERING FOR THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for my child(ren) to be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications.&nbsp;<div fr-original-style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.&nbsp;

Minority Autism Connection: Blendon Woods Sensory Playdate

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of some fun with&nbsp;Minority Autism Connection. It&#39;s our 1st event of the year, and we want you to be there! 🎉 Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Minority Autism Connection: Spring 2026 Sensory Friendly Event

Welcome to Minority Autism Connection's Store 🤝 Every purchase helps us support minority families navigating autism with culturally competent resources, education, and advocacy. Your order fuels real programs—from workshops and family support to outreach that builds understanding in underrepresented communities. 💙

Welcome to Minority Autism Connection's Store 🤝Every purchase helps us support minority families navigating autism with culturally competent resources, education, and advocacy.Your order fuels real programs—from workshops and family support to outreach that builds understanding in underrepresented communities. 💙

Minority Autism Connection's Store

🎉 Join Minority Autism Connection x Agape Care for an afternoon of fun at our 2nd Annual Back to School Block Party!&nbsp; As the new school year approaches, many families in our community are preparing their children for academic success while facing increasing financial challenges. To help ease that burden, we are hosting our 2nd annual Back-to-School Drive, where we will provide backpacks, school supplies, and community resources to students and families in need. We want to invite you to partner with us as a valued sponsor for this impactful community event. Our goal is to ensure that every child starts the school year feeling confident, prepared, and supported. Through this initiative, we plan to distribute backpacks filled with essential school supplies including notebooks, folders, pencils, crayons, markers, hygiene items, and more to local students throughout the community.We would be honored to have your support through:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Monetary donations</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Backpack donations</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">School supply contributions</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Gift cards or giveaway items</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer participation</li></ul>Your sponsorship will directly impact children and families by helping provide the tools they need for a successful school year. In appreciation of your partnership, sponsors may receive:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognition on event marketing materials and social media</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Logo placement on flyers and promotional items</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Public acknowledgment during the event</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Opportunities to connect directly with community members</li></ul> Every donation to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create an inclusive, supportive and more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable. **BY SUPPORTING THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for mine and/or my company&#39;s name, logo and likeness to be printed, photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications.&nbsp;<div fr-original-style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;" style="color: rgb(31, 31, 31); font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.2px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.&nbsp;

🎉 Join Minority Autism Connection x Agape Care for an afternoon of fun at our 2nd Annual Back to School Block Party! As the new school year approaches, many families in our community are preparing their children for academic success while facing increasing financial challenges. To help ease that burden, we are hosting our 2nd annual Back-to-School Drive, where we will provide backpacks, school supplies, and community resources to students and families in need. We want to invite you to partner with us as a valued sponsor for this impactful community event.Our goal is to ensure that every child starts the school year feeling confident, prepared, and supported. Through this initiative, we plan to distribute backpacks filled with essential school supplies including notebooks, folders, pencils, crayons, markers, hygiene items, and more to local students throughout the community.We would be honored to have your support through:Monetary donationsBackpack donationsSchool supply contributionsGift cards or giveaway itemsVolunteer participationYour sponsorship will directly impact children and families by helping provide the tools they need for a successful school year. In appreciation of your partnership, sponsors may receive:Recognition on event marketing materials and social mediaLogo placement on flyers and promotional itemsPublic acknowledgment during the eventOpportunities to connect directly with community membersEvery donation to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create an inclusive, supportive and more compassionate world for all.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.**BY SUPPORTING THIS EVENT: I hereby grant permission for mine and/or my company's name, logo and likeness to be printed, photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during participation in Minority Autism Connection programs and events. I authorize use of these images, recordings and likenesses for promotional, marketing, and educational purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, print materials and other communications. I understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of these images and that all materials will remain the property of Minority Autism Connection for abovementioned purposes.

Minority Autism Connection: 2026 Back To School Drive: SPONSOR / DONATION PAGE

Join Minority Autism Connection for a practical, family-focused&nbsp;Virtual Speech Therapy Workshop: Helping Your Child Find Their Voice Join us for an informative and engaging virtual speech therapy workshop led by practicing speech therapist Mona Mehta of Specialized Speech Technologies.This workshop is designed to give parents, caregivers, educators, and community members practical insight into children&rsquo;s speech, language, and communication development. Mona will share professional guidance on recognizing common communication challenges, supporting language development at home, and knowing when it may be time to seek a speech and language evaluation.Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and gain practical strategies they can use to help children communicate with greater confidence. Workshop Highlights:<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Understanding speech and language development</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognizing signs that a child may benefit from speech therapy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Practical communication strategies for home and everyday activities</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Supporting children with different communication needs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Q&amp;A with a practicing speech therapist</li></ul><img alt="💻" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f4bb/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;"> Virtual Workshop <img alt="👩🏽‍⚕️" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f469_1f3fd_200d_2695_fe0f/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;"> Facilitator: Mona Mehta, Specialized Speech Technologies <img alt="👨‍👩‍👧‍👦" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f468_200d_1f469_200d_1f467_200d_1f466/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;"> Who Should Attend: Parents, caregivers, educators, therapists, and anyone supporting a child&rsquo;s communication development Come ready to learn, ask questions, and discover tools to help children communicate, connect, and thrive!

Virtual Speech Therapy Workshop: Helping Your Child Find Their Voice

Join Minority Autism Connection for a practical workshop designed for parents and caregivers&nbsp;led by special education instructor Devin Thomas.&nbsp; This individualized workshop is designed to help parents and caregivers better understand the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and feel more confident advocating for their child&rsquo;s educational needs. During this session, Devin will break down the key components of an IEP, explain important special education terminology, and provide practical guidance on preparing for IEP meetings, communicating with school teams, understanding accommodations and services, and making sure your child&rsquo;s goals and supports are meaningful and appropriate. Whether you are preparing for your child&rsquo;s first IEP meeting or looking to become a stronger advocate, this workshop will provide valuable tools, knowledge, and confidence to help you navigate the process. Come prepared to learn, ask questions, and leave empowered to advocate for your child. <img alt="💙" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f499/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;">

Understanding Your Child’s IEP: A Parent & Caregiver Virtual Workshop

🎓 Virtual Autism Scholarship Workshop is a live, online session designed to help minority families explore real scholarship options for autistic students 💙.&nbsp; Navigating scholarship opportunities can feel overwhelming for autistic students and their families&mdash;but you don&rsquo;t have to do it alone! Join BCBAs Markita Cumberlander and Brianna Paige for an informative virtual workshop designed to help families better understand the scholarship process and identify opportunities available to autistic students. Whether your student is just beginning your journey through autism services or you are actively searching for financial assistance, this workshop will provide valuable guidance, resources, and encouragement to help families move forward with confidence.<img alt="💻" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f4bb/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;Virtual Workshop &nbsp;<img alt="🎓" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f393/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;Scholarship Guidance &nbsp;<img alt="🧩" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f9e9/72.png" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;Autism &amp; Disability-Inclusive Resources Come prepared to learn, ask questions, and discover opportunities that can help make disability services more accessible and achievable.

Minority Autism Connection

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Understanding Your Child’s IEP: A Parent & Caregiver Virtual Workshop

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🎓 Virtual Autism Scholarship Workshop

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Virtual Speech Therapy Workshop: Helping Your Child Find Their Voice

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Understanding Your Child’s IEP: A Parent & Caregiver Virtual Workshop

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🎓 Virtual Autism Scholarship Workshop

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More ways to support us

Minority Autism Connection's Store

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Minority Autism Connection: 2026 Back To School Drive: SPONSOR / DONATION PAGE

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