Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Updated Tools, Resources and Support for Families in Spanish-Speaking communities

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During Hispanic Heritage Month, we highlight the cultural contributions of our community while reaffirming our support for Spanish-speaking autistic people and those who love them.

Access to reliable, culturally relevant resources in Spanish is essential for empowering families and driving practical change. This edition features advocacy stories, faith-based inclusion guides, and recently updated tools designed to support you and your family. Explore the resources below.

From Diagnosis to Adulthood: Spanish Resources from the Autism Response Team

Finding the right autism resources in Spanish can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate the journey alone. In this blog, Autism Response Team Communications Specialist and self-advocate Tony Hernandez shares resources he recommends to help Spanish-speaking people with autism and their families find guidance and support for every stage of life—from a new diagnosis and local services to employment, advocacy and community inclusion – ART has you covered.

Empowering People of Faith in Spanish Speaking Autism Communities

Equip your place of worship to better support autistic members and their families with practical resources designed for leaders and congregations. Access comprehensive

strategies for leaders to create accessible, inclusive spiritual spaces, and download the practical tip sheets with actionable steps for congregations to embrace the autism community.

Bridging Language Barriers: The Autism Speaks AAC Roadmap for Hispanic and Latino Communities

Autism Speaks AAC Guide for Autistic Teens and Adults provides practical

strategies for choosing, funding and implementing augmentative communication devices to support daily independence. Because this comprehensive resource is available in Spanish, it bridges critical language barriers for bilingual families navigating complex medical and educational systems.

Make a Difference in 30 Minutes: Take the Autism Friendly Training

The people around you may want to be more welcoming to autistic people — they’re just not always sure what that looks like day to day. This free 30-minute training deepens their understanding of autism and walks them through the small shifts that make a real difference — greeting people, easing a noisy or busy environment, responding when someone communicates differently. Share the Autism Friendly Training with someone in your life who could put it into practice.

Find an Empower Walk & 5K Run near you

The Empower Walk & 5K Run is for everyone who wants to make a difference in the autism community. Whether you choose to walk or run, participate as an individual or as part of a team — join us today to be a part of something truly impactful!