About FACES The mission of the North Carolina State University FACES program is “to inform and strengthen empowerment among Black families and caregivers of autistic children and adolescents by addressing inequities in access to support services. FACES aims to: (1) improve the quality of life for Black autistic youth and their families, (2) advance the field of education…
Resources to Empower Black Families on Their Autism Journey
February is Black History Month and the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) is highlighting the autism journey experienced by Black individuals and families across our state. Data shows that Black children in North Carolina have a lesser chance of being properly diagnosed with autism, are not receiving proper interventions, and experience gaps in how…