A graphic for Autism Acceptance Month. At the top left is the Rutgers Disability Services logo, featuring a large red R. Centered in the middle is a 3D heart made of interlocking puzzle pieces in shades of red, blue, and yellow. Below the heart, the text reads "APRIL IS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH". The word "AUTISM" is prominent, with each letter filled with a multicolored puzzle piece pattern. The background is a clean, off-white gradient with a soft shadow beneath the heart.
A graphic promoting the transition from Autism Awareness Month to Autism Acceptance Month.
The background features overlapping diagonal layers of vibrant red, light blue, dark blue, and yellow cardstock. In the top left corner is the Rutgers–New Brunswick Office of Disability Services logo. On the left side, there is a rainbow-colored infinity symbol pin with a black metallic border.
The white text on the right reads:
"Autism Awareness Month is now Autism Acceptance Month — a shift from viewing autism as an illness to embracing it as a natural part of the human experience. The new name fosters understanding, inclusion, and celebration of autistic individuals."
An educational graphic regarding language preferences within the autistic community.
The background consists of overlapping diagonal layers of red, light blue, dark blue, and yellow cardstock. The Rutgers–New Brunswick Office of Disability Services logo is in the top left corner. A rainbow-colored infinity symbol pin sits on the left side.
The white text on the right side reads:
"Many autistic people prefer identity-first language ('autistic person') over person-first language ('person with autism'), viewing autism as an integral part of who they are. Respecting individual preferences is a key part of inclusion. When in doubt, ask."
An advocacy graphic focusing on inclusion for autistic individuals.
The background features overlapping diagonal layers of red, light blue, dark blue, and yellow cardstock. The Rutgers–New Brunswick Office of Disability Services logo is positioned in the top left corner. On the left side, there is a rainbow-colored infinity symbol pin.
The white text on the right side reads:
"Autistic people deserve full inclusion and respect, yet still face barriers in education, employment, and healthcare. True inclusion goes beyond awareness — it requires action to remove these obstacles so autistic people can thrive as their authentic selves."
We’re moving beyond awareness toward true acceptance—celebrating autism as a natural part of the human experience. Let’s foster inclusion, respect individual preferences, and remove barriers so everyone can thrive as their authentic selves.
#AutismAcceptanceMonth #Inclusion
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