Love & Action
Challenging Ableism: A Call to Action
Imagine navigating a world where obstacles block your path at every turn—not just physical barriers, but deeply ingrained biases, discrimination, and everyday messages that diminish your worth.
Now, imagine facing this… every. single. day.
This is ableism. It’s when society defines “normal” in ways that exclude and marginalize those who don’t fit the mold. While many recognize discrimination based on race, gender, or visible disabilities, ableism also profoundly impacts autistic individuals and others with less obvious differences.
One day, we will be remembered for creating a world where autistic people are welcomed just as they are, with autistic traits, norms, and identity. This is our moment
At Love & Autism, we are committed to dismantling ableism—confronting both the overt and the subtle ways bias and exclusion persist.
The fight against ableism belongs to all of us. You can be part of the change—through your voice, your actions, and your support.
Join us. Stand with us.
Attend & Connect
Events
Some of the most remarkable and memorable times of connection and community were experienced at our events – celebrating our commitment to building belonging and celebrating neurodivergent voices.
We work to provide spaces that allow autistics to just be another participant without feeling like their participation is expected and celebrated
Power & Peace
Advocacy
Dismantling systemic ableism is not a solo sport, nor is it the work of a few leaders or brave autistics.
Each of us has the power to dismantle ableism in our everyday lives. The first step is to SEE it and understand what is happening.
Once you know, you will see it everywhere.
Merch & Stuff
Buy Stuff
By choosing our merchandise, you’re investing in a future where autistic individuals are fully seen, valued, and respected. Explore our collection and find something that speaks to you—because love and autism belong together, always.
Proudly wearing or using L&A products means becoming part of a movement that values love, inclusion, and the beautiful diversity of the human experience.
Give & Grow
Donate
Your contribution to the Love & Autism organization helps support our day to day work in the autism community and ensures that our organization can run another year!
I think most of us can see glaring inadequacies in the way autistic people are treated in this world. Together we will create a fundamental shift in how we communicate about autism at all levels.