The Autism Society envisions individuals and families living with autism are able to maximize their quality of life, are treated with the highest level of dignity, and live in a society in which their talents and skill are appreciated and valued. The Autism Society of El Paso is the only nationally affiliated group in El Paso. The Autism Society of El Paso is a committed support group serving West
Texas and Southern New Mexico for parents, relatives, educators, care giver providers and friends of individuals with Autism. About the Autism Society
Founded in 1965 by Dr. Bernard Rimland, Dr. Ruth Sullivan and many other parents of children with autism, the Autism Society is the leading source of trusted and reliable information related to the autism spectrum. The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism throughout their lifespan. We do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. The Autism Society's national office is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Guiding Principles: The Autism Society and its affiliates are committed to these core principles:
● We provide services without regard to a person's age, race, religion, sexual orientation, income level, gender, and other disabilities or level of need on the autism spectrum.
● We provide families, professionals and individuals living with autism with opportunities to participate in our governance, on our committees, and as staff members.
● We partner with others to advance the well-being of all living with autism.
● We promote individual choice and self-determination of individuals living with autism, aided by parental and guardian advocacy, when such advocacy is appropriate.
● We recognize a person living with autism can and should be able to maximize their quality of life and oppose any denial of their opportunities.
● We oppose any discrimination and harm directed towards individuals living with autism and their families.
● we are transparent, responsible and accountable to those we serve, those who support us, and the general community in our stewardship of funds.
● We assure the confidentiality of our services - and adhere to required confidentiality laws, and regulations pertaining to such services.
● We strive to ensure our programs, services, and decisions are outcome-driven.
● We maintain independence from political partisanship and commercial interests.
● We respect the work of our affiliates and do not engage in actions that enhance one organization at the expense of others.
● We support data and evidence-based analyses of options informed by broad knowledge of educational, research, clinical, government, business and program services experience.
● We support an options policy and provide information on options so individuals can exercise freedom of choice in their decision-making.
