The Autism Society of Minnesota

The Autism Society of Minnesota AuSM is the local organization serving individuals with autism and those who care for them.
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Have you heard?Registration for the 2026 Autistic Community Summit officially opens TODAY!AuSM's 9th annual Autistic Com...
09/15/2026

Have you heard?

Registration for the 2026 Autistic Community Summit officially opens TODAY!

AuSM's 9th annual Autistic Community Summit is unlike any conference you have ever been to. It is a conference shaped for autistic people, BY autistic people. Created and led by autistic people, our summit offers a safe space to share experiences, build connections, and explore topics important to our community. Whether you are new to coming to our summit for the first time, or are a seasoned veteran who has made it out to every single conference, we have something for everyone to feel included, heard, seen, and valued.

We're so excited for you to join us this year! Ready to register? Follow the link below to join your peers in the conversation: https://ausm.org/events/autistic-community-summit/

09/15/2026

We're excited to bring back by popular demand Mash Makhlyagina! Mash brings a one-of-a-kind workshop experience that blends both their lived experience and knowledge of the education system to our October workshop.

As a Ukrainian immigrant, identified ESOL kid, and undiagnosed neurodivergent student, school was clearly not made for Mash Makhlyagina’s brain as a kid. After earning their Master’s in Teaching, they became a Special Education teacher after earning their special education advanced certificate. Within a year, they were coaching other teachers on key pedagogy missing from most teachers’ preparation programs regarding disability and neurodiversity. They have taught and coached both elementary and middle school, General Education and Special Education, and worked with neurodivergent students from over 40 different countries ages 4-19.
Today they are proud to be an openly Autistic/ADHD special education educator and advocate fighting for what students deserve.

The chance to hear and learn from them on how to improve support for neurodivergent students in schools is one you don't want to miss out on.
Both live and recorded registration is available!

If you're located in the Wisconsin area, register using the link below: https://autismsocietywi.org/event/virtual-workshop-making-gen-ed-work-for-more-kids-with-ieps/

If you're located in the Minnesota area, register using the link below: ausm.org/october2026workshop

Our next sponsor spotlight for this month: Partners in Community Supports (PICS), a subsidiary of Lutheran Social Serv...
09/15/2026

Our next sponsor spotlight for this month:

Partners in Community Supports (PICS), a subsidiary of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, makes it easy to manage your home-based care services. Supported by PICS’ trustworthy and knowledgeable team, families can confidently leave the details – including hiring, training, payroll management, budgeting and more – in capable hands. PICS offers support for individuals who receive Community First Services and Supports (CFSS), Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and Individualized Home Supports without training (IHS).

Visit picsmn.org for more information.

This sponsor spotlight, we're grateful to highlight one of our Premier Sponsors: Best Care!Whether you are looking for c...
09/12/2026

This sponsor spotlight, we're grateful to highlight one of our Premier Sponsors: Best Care!

Whether you are looking for care for yourself or for a loved one, having a trusted ally present to advocate on your behalf every step of the way is key to receiving the best possible in-home care experience. Best Care is here to help.

To learn more about Best Care, visit their website: https://bestcaremn.com

🧩Today's the day!The last day to register for our virtual puzzle competition to guarantee your puzzle will be shipped to...
09/11/2026

🧩Today's the day!

The last day to register for our virtual puzzle competition to guarantee your puzzle will be shipped to you anywhere in the country, closes TODAY! Don't miss out on being able to participate in our 9th annual Puzzle Competition from anywhere in the world.

You can puzzle with your friends at a cafe if you're a casual puzzler, or if you're a more competitive puzzler you can puzzle in the comfort of your own home. All are welcome!

To register for the virtual Puzzle Competition before it closes tonight, visit our website: ausm.org/puzzle2026

Happy Labor Day!In observation of Labor Day, AuSM will be closed today, Monday, September 7th. The office will reopen on...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

In observation of Labor Day, AuSM will be closed today, Monday, September 7th. The office will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th.

🤗 Happy International Day of Charity!At AuSM, we would not be able to do the work we do without the generosity of our wo...
09/06/2026

🤗 Happy International Day of Charity!

At AuSM, we would not be able to do the work we do without the generosity of our wonderful donors. With your help and your charity, we are able to provide autistic people and families:

-Direct therapeutic support with our therapy services
-Support groups that bring autistic adults of many different backgrounds together
Events that focus on autism to help provide a welcoming and affirming space

And for those who work with autistic people to better their lives, your charity allows us to offer:

-The largest autism conference in Minnesota centered around learning about autism from trusted professionals in the field
-A variety of workshops that allow professionals to earn CEUs while learning about how to best support the autistic community

Specifically over the last month, we have had a Camp Scholarship campaign geared towards providing an inclusive camping experience for autistic people. Your gift today can keep that mission moving forward, to keep the campfire going for everyone. To give today, follow the link below: https://givebutter.com/summer-camp-fund

ROOTED is a four part workshop series designed to create a welcoming space where Black parents and caregivers of autisti...
09/02/2026

ROOTED is a four part workshop series designed to create a welcoming space where Black parents and caregivers of autistic children can connect, learn, and grow together. Through meaningful conversations led by Black parents, professionals, and community leaders, the series explores the unique experiences of raising an autistic child while navigating the intersection of race, culture, and disability.

Each workshop centers the voices and lived experiences of Black families while providing practical information, strategies, and resources to support everyday life. Topics will vary throughout the series and may include advocacy, education, navigating schools and healthcare, family well being, identity, building community, and other priorities identified by participants.

ROOTED is more than a workshop series. It is an opportunity to build lasting connections with families who understand your journey. Participants are encouraged to share experiences, ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn from one another in a supportive, respectful, and culturally affirming environment.

Whether you are new to your autism journey or have years of experience, ROOTED offers a space to strengthen your confidence, expand your support network, and celebrate the resilience, wisdom, and strengths within our community.

We believe every family’s story matters. By sharing our stories, we build understanding. By supporting one another, we grow stronger together.

Sign up for our newest workshop using the link below:
https://ausm.org/rooted-workshop-registration/

It's been a State Fair to remember for us because of you!Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by our booth in the e...
09/01/2026

It's been a State Fair to remember for us because of you!

Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by our booth in the education building at the Minnesota State Fair so far to come say hi to us over the last couple of days. We have been so honored to be able to speak to so many of you, to hear your stories, and to provide resources you need to help you and your loved ones.

Didn't get a chance to see us today? Here's our remaining schedule:

Wednesday, September 2 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday, September 4 from 5-9 p.m.

We can't wait to see so many more of you, to being able to connect with you, and to being able to hear your stories at the Great Minnesota Get Together.

Our next workshop is for the educators, and it's one you won't want to miss!With more students struggling in general edu...
08/31/2026

Our next workshop is for the educators, and it's one you won't want to miss!

With more students struggling in general education today means that more educators are struggling with the lack of systemic support they are receiving. Due to that loss of systemic support, the overwhelm then snowballs: managing day to day, lesson planning, teaching content, then soon enough your overall ability to emotionally regulate starts to become much more difficult and your prep hour feels like 15 minutes. The worst part, when educators struggle, so do students. Is there a way to lesson plan and respond to varying needs AND feel less overwhelmed? YES, and our October workshop is here to teach you how!

Making Gen Ed Work for More Kids with IEPs was designed with you in mind; a workshop brought to you by someone who has both been in the shoes of a struggling student with disabilities whose teachers did not know how to support them, and now as a disabled educator who has served more than 1000 students with IEPs because they identified gaps in their own learning as they earned their Masters in Teaching. In this workshop, you will learn from one of the very best special educators in the country, Mash Makhlyagina, how to:

1. Identify common barriers to effective inclusion within general education settings and how these challenges impact both students and educators.

2. Apply planning strategies that reduce overwhelm and increase flexibility when responding to diverse learning needs.

3. Develop a sustainable mindset for inclusion that balances student support with educator capacity and well-being.

And more!

A steady and equitable worklife balance is waiting for you! Join our October workshop by clicking the link below: https://ausm.org/education/workshops/ausm-workshop-making-gen-ed-work-for-more-kids-with-ieps/

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