Many chapters offer specialized support groups for siblings and other family members. Local Information and Referral Volunteers who have gained experience and knowledge regarding your local school systems, doctors, and other service providers in your area operate most of the chapters. By joining a chapter, you can gain this same knowledge through chapter meetings and discussions with other chapter members. Many have developed brochures and written materials on various issues or topics. Local Workshops and Seminars Chapters often sponsor workshops and seminars on a wide range of issues, bringing in nationally known speakers or local professionals.
Many chapters have publications to lend on autism topics.
These chapters are continually building and developing the libraries in order to keep you better informed on emerging autism trends. Often chapters are very active in local grassroots causes and policy development. Being a member affords you a say in policy development with regard to state legislation and the local school system. Governance Members of local chapters often become involved in director positions both on the local and national level, enabling them to directly contribute to the mission of the Autism Society of America. Joining a local chapter is easy.