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08/23/2026

Advocacy starts with knowledge, grows through connection, and creates lasting change.

Join us on September 10 in Rosemont for the Autism Speaks Empower Summit: Advocacy in Action - a day designed to inspire, educate, and empower autistic individuals, families, educators, professionals, and community partners.

Throughout the day you'll:
💙 Learn practical advocacy strategies for every stage of life
💙 Hear from leading experts and autistic self-advocates
💙 Discover resources to help navigate education, adulthood, and disability services
💙 Connect with organizations and community partners at our Resource Expo
💙 Leave with new tools, meaningful connections, and the confidence to advocate for yourself and others

Whether you're just beginning your journey or have been advocating for years, you'll walk away with ideas and resources you can put into action right away.

📅 September 10, 2026
📍 Rosemont, IL

Register today and join us for a day of learning, connection, and Advocacy in Action.
https://act.autismspeaks.org/site/Calendar?id=107383&view=Detail

08/21/2026

📸We are looking for a volunteer photographer to help capture the day at our 2026 Chicago Empower Summit on Thursday, September 10th in Rosemont!

Interested photographers please contact Heidi at [email protected]

08/18/2026

Advocacy is not only about changing laws.

Advocacy is:
💙 Asking for classroom supports.
💙 Preparing for adulthood.
💙 Building inclusive communities.
💙 Finding meaningful relationships.
💙 Accessing disability services.
💙 Speaking up for yourself.

That's exactly what we'll explore at Empower Summit 2026: Advocacy in Action.

Join us September 10th at Wintrust Financial-Rosemont and leave with practical tools, expert guidance and new connections.

Learn more and secure your spot at https://act.autismspeaks.org/site/Calendar?id=107383&view=Detail

08/04/2026

Join us on September 10th in Rosemont for the Autism Speaks Empower Summit: Advocacy in Action.

This year's Summit explores advocacy across every stage of life - from IEP meetings and the transition to adulthood to recreation, relationships, disability services and public policy.

✔ Inspiring keynote speakers
✔ Expert breakout sessions
✔ Resource Expo
✔ Networking
✔ Practical tools you can use immediately

Whether you're an autistic self-advocate, family member, educator, professional or community partner, you'll leave empowered to create meaningful change.

Register today at https://act.autismspeaks.org/site/Calendar?id=107383&view=Detail&fbclid=IwY2xjawTfQJJwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUtxY0ZCS0tWU2NoQURFV2NzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeg2F6sz7ZK90w_G97Yn4w6ZthalOrgV394jxa5Cp72eiGbMnkP2xOLrPHtxY_aem_bDJCWB5BwsmjFMx_diH_BQ

06/10/2026

Registration is Open for the 2026 Empower Summit!

Join Autism Speaks Midwest on September 10, 2026, at Wintrust in Rosemont for a day of learning, connection, and empowerment.

The Empower Summit brings together autistic individuals, parents, caregivers, educators, professionals, and community partners to explore topics that matter across the lifespan, including:

💙 Education & IEPs
💙 Transition Planning
💙 Healthcare & Community Inclusion
💙 Resources and Connections

Whether you're newly navigating an autism diagnosis or planning for the future, you'll leave with practical tools, valuable resources, and meaningful connections.

Register today and reserve your spot! https://act.autismspeaks.org/site/Calendar?id=107383&view=Detail

Together, we can build a more informed, inclusive, and empowered autism community.

05/28/2026

There are a VERY LIMITED number of tickets left for the Autism Awareness Game with Autism Speaks THIS SATURDAY at 1:10pm at Rate Field.

Tickets will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Contact [email protected] with your first & last name, email address, & number of tickets requested to reserve your spot!

Hope to see you at the ballpark on Saturday!

05/23/2026

💙VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!💙

Volunteers are needed to assist at the Autism Awareness Game on Saturday, May 30th, at Rate Field. Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FAEA722A2F4C70-64222648-autism

05/22/2026

📣Today is your LAST CHANCE to request your free tickets to the Autism Awareness Game with Autism Speaks on Saturday, May 30th, at 1:10pm at Rate Field! ⚾️

🔗Use the link in our bio to secure your tickets today!
https://forms.office.com/r/jByPRZGMqq

05/18/2026

Join Autism Speaks on Saturday, May 30th, as we come together as a community to celebrate and support individuals with autism and their families at the Autism Awareness Game with the Chicago White Sox!

Enjoy a great day at the ballpark filled with unity, excitement, and purpose!

⚾Show your support
⚾Celebrate the autism community
⚾Family-friendly fun and connection

Whether you are part of the autism community, an ally, or just love baseball — everyone is welcome! Let’s fill the stands with love, acceptance, and spirit.

📆Date: Saturday, May 30th
⌚Time: 1:10 PM
📍Location: Rate Field, Chicago, IL
✨Cost: FREE!

Secure your tickets by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/jByPRZGMqq

Questions? Contact [email protected]

05/06/2026

Shout out to our incredible co-hosts of the Chicago Empower Walk & 5k Run! 💙

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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