Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Autism

(NDEAM). Congress designates this month as a time when businesses of all sizes and in all industries recognize the talents that people with disabilities add to their organizations and communities. Autism Speaks is celebrating NDEAM by focusing this month’s Community Connections on projects, community leaders and resources that are improving employment opportunities for individuals with autism.

Expert Interview: Dr. Paul Wehman, Ph.D
Dr. Paul Wehman, Director of the Virginia Commonwealth University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (VCU-RRTC), has written an article specifically for this month’s Community Connections about employment for individuals with autism.

“Fortunately, today there is a growing body of research that indicates that with the right type, level, and intensity of support individuals with autism can work in a variety of jobs in their communities.”