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Enhancing knowledge and skills to build a strong, qualified workforce

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Building communities that embrace and accept people and families with autism

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2024

Quick Guide to ABA Licensure Regulations

A brief section-by-section overview of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs finalized regulations.

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2024

ABA Licensure Law Webinar: Important Implications for the Autism Community

This workshop is recommended for those seeking licensure as a behavior analyst and anyone interested in ABA services for individuals with autism.

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2024

Background Check Bill for Behavior Analysts Advances

The Assembly Regulated Professions Committee unanimously released a bill requiring criminal background checks for licensure applicants.

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2024

Autism New Jersey Launches Law Enforcement Initiative

A multi-phase endeavor to increase the adoption of autism-friendly law enforcement practices.

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2024

Autism-Friendly Practices for Law Enforcement

Autism New Jersey is a resource for you to learn about and advocate for bringing autism-friendly practices into your community.

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2024

Autism New Jersey Announces Law Enforcement Advisory Committee Appointments

This critical committee consists of several law enforcement officers with diverse backgrounds, geographic representation, and experience working with autistic individuals and their families.

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2023

Autism New Jersey Invites Chiefs of Police to Work Together

Autism New Jersey had the privilege of addressing more than 200 Police Chiefs at the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP).

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2023

First Assistant Prosecutors Welcome Autism New Jersey

On November 19, 2023, Autism New Jersey had the honor of presenting to the First Assistant Prosecutors’ Association of New Jersey (FAPANJ) at the County Prosecutors’ Association of New Jersey’s (CPANJ) College.  

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November 20, 2024

Expanding Autism-Friendly Practices in Law Enforcement

October marked major strides for our Law Enforcement Initiative to promote autism-friendly practices statewide.

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November 18, 2024

Connecting Communities: Reflecting on the 42nd Annual Conference

Highlights from Autism New Jersey’s 42nd Annual Conference, featuring expert speakers, workshops, and key insights for the autism community.

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September 20, 2024

Study: Exploring the Impact of Autism Diagnosis Age on Mental Health

This study investigates how the age at which an individual is diagnosed with autism influences the severity of mental health issues, such as depression and PTSD.

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CalendarUpcoming Events

Wellness Connection Session December

December 4, 2024

Wellness Connection Session December

Join us on December 4 for a virtual support group that focuses on living mindfully.

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Autism: Start Here – Virtual Meetup December

December 17, 2024

Autism: Start Here – Virtual Meetup December

Families with young children who are new to autism will learn how to navigate services in NJ and be connected with valuable resources.

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Autism: Start Here – Virtual Meetup March

March 12, 2025

Autism: Start Here – Virtual Meetup March

Families with young children who are new to autism will learn how to navigate services in NJ and be connected with valuable resources.

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