An advocate is - "someone who takes action on someone else's behalf"

Educational advocacy

The ASRC believes that parents should 1) have an understanding of special education laws that affect their child's learning, 2) develop knowledge about their child's strengths and needs, 3) develop skills such as self-confidence, negotiation, and presentation which are needed to advocate effectively, and 4) be prepared to work as, and hold the responsibility of, a team member.

Legislative advocacy

The ASRC is involved in many projects involving state agencies and commissions, as well as working with legislators to promote better and more comprehensive service delivery in Connecticut.

We encourage family members to actively participate in the process of obtaining state-funded services for people with developmental disabilities, which includes the autism spectrum. There is a lot that you, as a voting constituent, can do to influence our legislators. For more information, click on Legislative News. For other photos taken around the state click here.

Our ASRC folks meeting with Fairfield legislators around support for our ASD adults and their families. (L to R) ASRC Advisory Board Member Maggie Casciato, Representative Tymniak, Senator McKinney, Representative Stone and ASRC Co-Director Lois Rosenwald. All legislators are from the town of Fairfield.