We are a chapter of the Autism Society of America and follow their mission statement: "… to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum, and their families, to be fully included participating members of their communities..." Education, advocacy, public awareness efforts and the promotion of research form the cornerstones of ASA's activities.
Specifically in New Mexico we:
Meet
monthly from September through June on the third Thursday evening at 7 PM.
Our meetings are usually held at Mark Twain Elementary, 6316 Constitution
NE, Albuquerque. There is an educational program at all meetings. Free child
& teen care is available by calling at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Please call for more exact meeting information.
505-332-0306 (Voice Mail). or E-mail us nmautism@nmautismsociety.org
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Provide and promote educational autism related
programs and conferences to members and the
community.
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Publish monthly flyers and newsletters to keep
interested parties informed about meetings and activities
occurring around New Mexico.
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Advocate and lobby for state and federal legislation to
assist families and individuals with autism.
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Plan activities to promote FUN and emotional support
for families and individuals concerned with autism.
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Provide financial scholarships or stipends for our
members, and possibly others to attend workshops and
conferences regarding autism.
· Maintain a mini-bookstore of autism related materials.
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Work on state and local committees with other agencies
and organizations to further goals and to improve resources.