Early identification of disabilities critical for Michigan’s littles
Consistent access to early intervention for Michigan kids with learning disabilities and developmental differences is vital, yet often out of reach.
Disability Inclusion
Partner Partner Content Lock Arms and Unite for Autism: Campaign commits to continued advocacy and support
AAOM’s current fundraising campaign, Lock Arms and Unite for Autism seeks to raise $31,000 to support its services for the one in 31 people diagnosed with autism in Michigan.
‘Loud and proud’ — celebrating the #DWORD at Disability Network Southwest Michigan with new CEO
July is Disability Pride Month. Disability Network Southwest Michigan welcomes a new CEO, continues its successful #DWORD campaign, and partners with MRC Industries on a new website.
Inclusive Literacy Alliance fosters early reading in Kent County kids with developmental differences
The Inclusive Literacy Alliance is a collaborative, county-wide effort to improve early reading outcomes for children with developmental differences. Parents, educators, service providers, and advocates are piloting solutions that make early literacy more accessible and effective for children who are blind or low vision, deaf or hard of hearing, or autistic.
Partner Partner Content On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight
To help autistic people and their families manage these challenges, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Delta Airlines, and the Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner to host On Board for Autism events that prepare them to successfully take a flight.
Partner Partner Content Blueprint for school funding would ensure equitable resources in special education
The MI Special Education Finance Reform Blueprint would ensure that Michigan adequately and equitably funds public special education in Michigan.
Partner Partner Content Beyond awareness, autism acceptance affirms neurodiversity and improves lives
The Autism Alliance of Michigan and other advocates for autistic people are working hard to move from raising autism awareness to fostering autism acceptance.
Partner Partner Content Gala rocks and raises funds to advocate for autistic Michiganders
The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) Michigan Shines for Autism Gala, its largest fundraiser, will rock Detroit’s Motor City Casino Hotel on April 25, 2025 with “an electrifying evening blending a black-tie event with a rebellious twist.”
‘Crip Camp’ screening in Muskegon highlights disability inclusion
A free “Crip Camp” screening at the Frauenthal Center will spark conversations on disability rights, accessibility, and community inclusion in Muskegon.
Beyond compliance: Area nonprofit and corporation are redefining inclusive workplaces
For the Steelcase team, accessibility is far more than ramps and automatic doors. Through an innovative partnership with Disability Advocates of Kent County (DAKC), Steelcase is reimagining what it means to create truly inclusive workplaces.
