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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Our Accessible Faith Initiative, Manna from Heaven, and Cheerful Giving Initiatives are funded by our generous donors. Please consider making a donation to support these very important programs!
New Resource
2025 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.
New Interview
Special Needs Ministry Leader Highlight
We’re shining a light on the incredible work of Rev. Sylvia Taylor, who has led the special needs ministry at First Baptist Church of Glenarden for 17 years! She serves with passion, creating a safe, loving space where individuals with disabilities are embraced, celebrated, and encouraged in their faith journey. You don’t want to miss this interview!
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.
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.
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
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
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!
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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