Fostering Safety and Stability for Autistic Adults During the Transition from College to Career

• By: Candace Weaver-Dowds, LMSW NEXT for AUTISM
• September 15th, 2025
• adults, disclosure and stigma, employment, Fall 2025 Issue, inclusive workplaces, neurodiversity, safety and stability, service cliff, transition planning and support, transition to adulthood
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For many young adults, the shift from college to career is a time of excitement and possibility. But for autistic adults, it can also bring a unique set of challenges, especially when systems of support that existed in educational settings begin to fall away. Without intentional planning,...

Co-Mentorship: A Catalyst for Fighting Stigma and Career Success

• By: Candace Weaver-Dowds, LMSW NEXT for AUTISM
• July 9th, 2025
• autistic professionals, employment, inclusion, leadership, mentorship, neurodiversity, Summer 2025 Issue, workplace, workplace accommodations
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Autistic professionals bring critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and unique insight to the workforce. Yet many face persistent stigma and misunderstanding that hinder their full participation in professional spaces. Misconceptions about communication styles, social behavior, and sensory...