University of Washington Autism Center

Kicking off today, the FIFA World Cup is a WIN for accessibility on the world stage. The FIFA World Cup 2026 has become the first-ever Sensory Inclusive certified tournament, helping create a better experience for fans with sensory needs. Learn more: https://inside.fifa.com/organisation/media-releases/fifa-world-cup-2026-tm-earns-first-ever-sensory-inclusive-tournament-recognition

The Countdown is on: APEX Summer Camp is less than ONE month away! We're counting down the days until campers come together for fun, friendship, learning, and new experiences. Whether it's trying something new, building confidence, or making lasting memories, we can't wait to see what this summer brings.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

At the UW Autism Center, we celebrate the many ways people experience and express who they are. This month and every month, we honor and support our LGBTQIA2S+ community.

Questions after an autism screening?

The OTAI Screening Guide helps families better understand autism, next steps for evaluation, and resources that may help support their child.

Learn more on our website:https://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Appendix-A-OTAI-Decision-Aid-Booklet.pdf

Haircuts can be stressful for many autistic children and families.

The Washington Autism Alliance has shared practical sensory-friendly haircut tips along with a list of stylists who may better understand sensory needs.

Explore the resource on their website: https://washingtonautismalliance.org/sensory-friendly-haircuts-tips-and-list-of-stylists/

Mid-Week Affirmation: Every day holds light worth noticing.

These next few weeks bring some of the longest days of the year. This means more daylight, more time for small moments of light to show up in everyday life.

New research-based technology is emerging locally to support autistic individuals and their families.

A research team at UW Bothell has developed a mobile app designed to help improve access to supports and strengthen day-to-day organization for individuals on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. The project reflects ongoing efforts to create practical, user-informed tools that connect families with helpful resources and support systems.

Read more at dailyuw.com: https://www.dailyuw.com/article/uw-bothell-research-team-develops-app-to-assist-individuals-with-autism-and-their-families-20260303