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From Uncertainty to Allyship: A Practical Guide to Working With Autistic Coworkers

Not sure why a work interaction felt “off”? It’s often not personal, it’s a mismatch in communication and workplace norms. This guide offers practical ways to support autistic coworkers with... Read more...

Masking at Work: When Being Genuine Is a Career Risk for Autistic Professionals

Masking at work is often framed as professionalism. In reality, it’s a response to environments that reward conformity over competence. For autistic professionals, being genuine can come at a steep... Read more...

Interview Accommodations for Autism: Creating Fair, Supportive, and Confident Hiring Experiences

Job interviews can be daunting, especially when unspoken rules and sensory challenges make it hard to show your true potential. This guide explains autism-friendly interview accommodations, how to request them,... Read more...

Low-Stress Jobs for Autistic Adults: Finding Work That Fits You

Finding work that feels calm and rewarding matters. Explore low-stress jobs designed around autistic strengths — not against them — and discover paths to financial stability and emotional wellbeing. Read more...

Autistic Adults and Productivity: A Kinder Way Forward

Productivity often feels like a heavy word for autistic adults, tied to burnout, pressure, and unfair expectations. This guide offers a gentler path: one that values rest, sensory needs, and... Read more...

Autistic Burnout from Work: What It Is and How to Recover

Burnout hits differently when you’re autistic. This guide explores what autistic burnout at work feels like, how to recognize the signs, and what recovery can look like — without shame,... Read more...

Setting Up an Autism-Friendly Workspace at Home

Learn how to create an autism-friendly workspace at home with tips on lighting, colors, soundproofing, and more. Read more...

Legal Rights for Autistic Adults: Empowerment, Dignity, and Equal Opportunity

Knowing your rights as an autistic adult isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about dignity, autonomy, and being seen. This guide explores how laws like the ADA, Fair Housing Act,... Read more...

Autism and Legal Rights: A State-by-State Guide

Explore autism legal rights across the U.S., covering insurance, education, employment, housing, and more. Read more...

Autism Employment Law: Know Your Rights and Build Inclusive Workplaces

Autistic adults have powerful rights in the workplace — from legal protections and financial assistance to accommodations that support how we work best. This guide breaks it down. Read more...

Autism Discrimination in the Workplace: Know Your Rights and Protect Your Wellbeing

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, overlooked, or punished for being autistic at work, you’re not alone. This guide explains what workplace discrimination looks like, how to identify it, and what... Read more...

Autism Disclosure: What You Should Know Before Sharing Your Diagnosis

Autism Disclosure 101: Learn the benefits, risks, and considerations when disclosing your autism diagnosis. Make an informed decision that's right for you. Read more...

Templates for Disclosing Autism at Work: How to Request Accommodations

Use these templates to disclose your autism diagnosis to your employer. These templates help you explain and request accomodations easily. Read more...

Disclosing Autism at Work: A Comprehensive Guide for Employees with ASD

Should you disclose autism diagnosis at work? Learn practical tips, pros, cons and how to navigate disclosing an autism diagnosis at work. Read more...

Best Side Hustles & Business Ideas for Autistic Adults: Earn on Your Own Terms

Work should fit your brain, not the other way around. Explore 25+ side hustles and small business ideas for autistic adults: flexible, affirming ways to earn while leaning into your... Read more...

Autism Challenges in Everyday Life (And Why They’re Not Personal Failures)

Autism challenges are often framed as personal deficits. But for many autistic people, they come from navigating a world that wasn’t designed with their needs in mind. This article explores... Read more...

Best Resources for Adults with Autism to Thrive

Discover the top resources for adults with autism to live an independent and fulfilling life. From employment to mental health services, be supported here. Read more...

Autism and Self-Employment: Creating a Career That Works for You

Many autistic adults thrive in self-employment, where flexibility and focus replace overwhelm and burnout. Here’s how to build work that truly fits you. Read more...

Autism Workplace Accommodations: Your Rights, Examples, and How to Ask for Support

Many autistic adults don’t realize they have a legal right to workplace accommodations. This guide explains what they are, how to ask for them, and why they matter — helping... Read more...

Finding Meaningful Employment as an Adult with Autism

Discover the different employment options available for adults with autism, and learn strategies for finding and succeeding in a job that aligns with your strengths and interests. Read more...

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