awareness | acceptance | inclusion

Welcome to the Autism Faith Network

“If there’s any space that should be equipped to welcome autistic people, it should be places of worship.”

—Tonya Nash, Founder of the Autism Faith Network

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Cheerful Giving

This event provides sensory toys, tools and supports for autistic persons of any age during the holiday season. Registration will open on Monday, November 11, 2024 at 8:00AM EST. 

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2024 Activity Toolkit

Did you know that going to church can be difficult for autistic persons and their families? The lighting, sounds, crowds and social expectations can be very overwhelming without proper support.

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2023 Prayer Guide

We believe that it is important to nurture the faith of children through worship and prayer. This belief includes children with disabilities, and we are happy that you are partnering with us to spread this important message.

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Our History

The Autism Faith Network began in 2016 with the goal of equipping faith-based communities to become more autism friendly. Here’s how it got started.

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Our Mission

We seek to spread autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion in local and faith-based communities all over the world! Learn more about our mission and goals.

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Our Participants

Over 102 churches have participated in the Autism Faith Network since 2016! We hope to partner with more in the coming year! See if one of our churches is near you!

Our Latest Blog Articles

The Autism Faith Network Holds Awards Ceremony

The Autism Faith Network Holds Awards Ceremony

On May 30, 2019, the Autism Faith Network held its 1st Annual Awards Ceremony! The ceremony recognized 22 churches that held special events for Autism Awareness Month in April. It also served to recognize donors and individuals that did an exceptional job with sharing...

Faith-Based Activities for Autism Awareness

Faith-Based Activities for Autism Awareness

Are you searching for ideas that you can use to promote autism awareness in your faith-based community? Are you wanting to reach out to those with autism and their families, but you aren't sure how to do it? If so, you've come to the right place. This post is your...

Join the Autism Faith Network!

Join the Autism Faith Network!

  Are you looking for a way to educate your congregation about autism, but you aren't sure how to do it? Do you have members of your congregation with autism that could use a little more support? If so, consider joining the award-winning Autism Faith Network! We are...

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