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Monthly Milestones | JUNE 2021

The countdown to the conference is on!

Have you registered?

Join us June 16-17 for practical content, new perspectives and evidence-based strategies for work, school and at home.

We are proud to offer the Milestones National Autism Conference (MNAC) virtually, making it more accessible than ever to the national autism community.

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Registrants can look forward to...

- 90 evidence-based sessions!

- LIVE keynote addresses

- CEUs in 12 areas

- Networking with speakers & attendees

- Sponsor & Exhibitor Expo with giveaways

- Spanish translations for select sessions

-Need-based scholarships available - Apply here

Congratulations to Deedra Strang, who was our lucky $100 Amazon gift card winner for registering early!

Check out the Milestones Masterpieces Art Exhibit at the

2021 Virtual Conference!

Featuring paintings, drawings, photography and craftwork, this gallery will showcase artists ranging in age from 14 to 84 years old from across the globe.

2021 Keynote Speakers

Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, MA

June 16

Morénike Giwa Onaiwu is an autistic woman of color, social justice activist, educator, author, and parent of children on the spectrum. She has presented at the White House and United Nations.

Alix Generous

June 17

Alix Generous is a mental health activist, writer, entrepreneur, child therapist, and artist. Her TED talk, “My Inner Life with Asperger's” has been viewed over 1.9 million times.

Congratulations to the 2021

Milestones Achievement Award Recipients

Community Hero Award Justin Meade

Family Tribute Award Ayesha Abdullah

Family Tribute Award Jenna Newman

Outstanding Educator Award Caitlin Keener

Outstanding Leadership Award Michael P. Storz

Personal Achievement Award Cory Svette

Professional Excellence Award Dr. Robert Needlman

Professional Trailblazer Award Marla Root

Visit the Milestones Awards Page to read about the amazing 2021 recipients!

The National Autism Association's Big Red Safety Box program is open!

Request your free box full of resources and strategies to help prevent and respond to dangerous wandering incidents.

Visit NAA's website to learn more about this critical wandering-prevention program that has helped almost 60,000 families keep their loved ones safe.

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The big cicada invasion has started in many parts of the eastern United States.

Use this social story to help your child know what to expect and how to handle these loud and unsightly insects.

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