Mission Statement

The Regional Conference on Autism and Asperger's Syndrome is a not-for-profit organization to facilitate the education and sharing of information and available resources on Autism Spectrum Disorders. Its mission is to enlighten professionals and parents to the diversity of autistic individuals and to help facilitate early identification of the disability.

The conference works to validate perceptions and experiences of parents. It also explores options for parents and professionals working with individuals on the autistic spectrum through:

Encouraging greater sensitivity to, and awareness of, Autism related issues.

Empowering parents and professionals to advocate for the needs of those on the autistic spectrum and their families.

Establishing constructive networking between parents and professionals.

Creating an atmosphere of calm, respectful sharing and learning.

The conference provides an annual "homecoming experience" for parents and professionals and an opportunity to identify issues and develop an action plan to deal with them.

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