Atlanta Autism Consortium

Join the Atlanta Autism Consortium on October 27th at 6pm for our free virtual program "Reimagining Care Coordination." We'll explore the critical gap families face after an autism diagnosis and how individualized care coordination creates real value for providers, caregivers, and the children at the center of it all. We'll also cover how to vet providers effectively and why family navigation is such a powerful tool for better outcomes.

The session is led by Dr. Nikki Sammet, who brings both a PhD in Clinical Psychology and lived experience as the parent of an autistic child.

This virtual program is free, but advanced registration is required. For more information about this event and our speaker, and to reserve your spot, please visit
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5317915453189/WN_pM7JmB9vQoSgnirR-yUDQQ

Attention BCaBAs, BCBAs, and BCBA-Ds: Join the Atlanta Autism Consortium (AAC) for our September 29th program online or in-person at Marcus Autism Center exploring how autistic people, caregivers, and ABA clinicians view commonly used autism early intervention strategies, and earn 1.5 ethics CEUs!

For more information on this program, the CEU registration and to reserve your spot, please visit https://atlautism.org/sept26_ceus

Join the Atlanta Autism Consortium on September 29th online over Zoom or in person at Marcus Autism Center for "Perspectives of Autistic People, Caregivers, and Clinicians on Improving the ABA Service Landscape."

Alongside the rapid expansion of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) agencies across the United States have been growing calls to understand and improve ABA service quality. However, there is still much to learn about what constitutes quality ABA care and the many factors that shape how ABA services are delivered. In understanding these questions, it is critical to hear the perspectives of autistic people, caregivers of autistic children, and clinicians.

This presentation will showcase lessons learned from an ongoing project focused on understanding and improving ABA care quality using an implementation science lens.

Please note: this is a hybrid event, taking place online and in-person at Marcus Autism Center. Space at Marcus Autism Center is limited. This event is free, but advanced registration is required.

Marcus Autism Center tickets (in-person): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/perspectives-of-autistic-people-caregivers-clinicians-on-aba-services-tickets-1999123640624?

*Zoom registration link (virtual): https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7517879490880/WN_I9FpIIdhRe-_VeH-xOLByw

Now available on our YouTube channel, check out the Atlanta Autism Consortium's recording of "A Father’s Journey with Autism: A Panel Discussion," which took place Tuesday, June 30th 2026.

This presentation included a candid and engaging conversation with fathers of autistic children as they share their unique experiences navigating diagnosis, advocacy, family life and the joys and challenges of raising a child on the autism spectrum. We were joined for this discussion by Nathan Kaspar and Brandon Gardner, Co-Founders of The Village.

Through a panel discussion format, participants heard about a variety of perspectives and lived experiences, exploring topics such as supporting their children, caring for themselves and their families, building resilience, navigating resources and finding community along the way.

To view the video, please visit https://youtu.be/vPWd7vZ8QtM?si=fp_eldima7I7z-9Z

Just a reminder: autism doesn’t have a “look.” It’s not something you can see on the outside, and invisible doesn't mean imaginary.

Disability doesn’t need to be visible to be real. Autism is present in all genders, ages, nationalities, cultures- everywhere!

Join the Atlanta Autism Consortium on Tuesday August 25th for the free, virtual program "IEPs and 504 Plans: Advocating for Your Child."

This informative session is designed specifically for parents navigating educational support systems. This presentation will clarify the differences between Section 504 plans and IEPs, including eligibility criteria and available services. Parents will gain practical advocacy strategies tailored to autism-specific needs and learn how to determine the most suitable educational support plan for their child. The session will also cover parental rights throughout the evaluation and implementation processes. By attending, parents will be empowered with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their child's educational support.

This free session will be lead by Drs. Kernel Grishby and Lillie Huddleston, who will be joined by Anna Helen McKelvey, BCBA.

This virtual program is free, but advanced registration is required. For more information about this event and our speakers, and to reserve your spot, please visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3917849191322/WN_HKV7gr0lRJiwxUmLFrEAHw

Support the Atlanta Autism Consortium TODAY when you dine at City BBQ Decatur!

Whether you choose to dine in or order a meal to pick up, just mention that you're supporting the AAC, and the Consortium will receive 20% back from every order. Prefer to order online? Use the code GIVE when you checkout today for your order to benefit the AAC, too.

Our fall program calendar is live! Save the date for these great free events. More details to follow!

Save the Date: Support the AAC when you dine at City BBQ Decatur all day on August 12th!

Whether you choose to dine in or order a meal to pick up, just mention that you're supporting the AAC and the Consortium will receive 20% back from every order. Prefer to order online? Use the code GIVE when you checkout on August 12th for your order to benefit the AAC, too.