Autism Speaks: A Case Study

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with autism. Another goal is for both the family and those who have autism to have a plan on how they will be able to have an independent adult life as they grow older (Autism Speaks, 2012). The last and final goal they have reacted is to have service available to those who suffer from Autism to allow them to be successful in life. Autism speaks believes that these goals are something that can be achieved but will need the combined support of lawmakers and everyday people.

Over the past years since its existence Autism Speaks has grown in its membership. It started as a small organization where the two founders were responsible for making the decisions for the organization. Now today Autism Speaks has a range of ways to get involved. If someone

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