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The Autism Speaks Empower Walk & 5k Run is the world’s largest fundraising event dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism today while driving innovative solutions for tomorrow.
Participants can join their community to walk or run, raising vital funds, increasing awareness, and showing what true inclusion and belonging look like. Together, we’re creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families. We envision a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.
Autism Speaks enhances lives today and is accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. We now know that there is not one autism but many sub-types, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. Most forms are caused by a combination of genetic and environmental influences, and many are accompanied by medical issues such as intestinal issues, seizures and sleep disturbances. An estimated 1 in 31 children in the U.S. is on the autism spectrum.
To learn more about autism, visit www.AutismSpeaks.org or contact our Autism Response Team at 888-288-4762 or en Espaņol 888-772-9050, or email familyservices@autismspeaks.org.
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