In this episode of the continuing series Voices Across the Spectrum Dr. Stephen Shore, Robert J. Bernstein, and Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman will have the honor of interviewing Rabbi Dr. Tzemah Yoreh who is one of the intellectual leaders of Jewish humanism and the head of the City Congregation in New York City. As a community leader on the spectrum, he is a passionate advocate for the inclusion of the neuro-atypical in the Jewish community and beyond.

In this episode of the US Autism Association's series, Voices Across the Spectrum, Dr. Stephen Shore, Robert J, Bernstein, and Dr. Marcia Eckerd will host David Wall, an autistic man who has been able to find his voice and even learn to speak publicly through participation in Toastmasters.

In this session, one autistic mother, who is also the sole special education advocate for her autistic daughter, shares the challenges she faces with navigating the public school system when both parent and child are on the spectrum.

In this episode of Voices Across the Spectrum, Rob Bernstein, Stephen Shore, and US Autism Association President Marlo Payne Thurman will host Broadway Star Mickey Rowe, along with up-and-coming actors Seamus Higgins and Henry Durham to discuss a range of topics within neurodiversity for their relevance in both acting and producing.

Viewers will learn about some of the key elements of a high quality assessment and will gain an understanding about why a good assessment matters.

In this session, Dr. Stephen Shore will discuss the value of including those on the autism spectrum in participatory research. He will share the reasons for inclusion and the benefits to both autistic and non-autistic groups.

In this session, panelists will highlight the importance of including the arts in all areas of life for those on the autism spectrum. With a special focus on what is known about brain development for those with autism, this panel will highlight the various art forms in use therapeutically in the treatment of autism and will discuss why the arts are effective in addressing the needs of those on the autism spectrum.

80% of people with autism experience depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. Depression and isolation can lead to a hopeless complex. Sandison shares his own journey with autism and depression and how he overcame a hopeless complex by developing self-determination.

In this session Megan Locke will discuss her research on the topic of CAPD in autism. She will then discuss the findings of her research and share its implications for those on the autism spectrum.

Renowned producer, director, and journalist Ron Zimmerman’s interview provides a behind the scenes glimpse of the life and career of Mickey Rowe, autistic and multiply disabled Broadway star who is also a disability and accessibility expert.

In this engaging keynote, Mickey Rowe shares his deeply personal story of growing up autistic and pushing beyond the restrictions of a special education classroom to shine on the Broadway stage.

Samantha Craft, M.Ed. (a.k.a. Marcelle Ciampi), a respected Autistic author, international ambassador, and inspirational community builder, is best known for her writings found in the well-received blog and book Everyday Aspergers.