National Autism Safety Council
@autismsafety.bsky.social
NASC is a national coalition of experts with decades of experience in autism safety research, wandering and elopement prevention, drowning prevention, missing children response, abuse prevention, safe interactions, and emergency preparedness.
Dr. King reminds us that silence in the face of injustice allows harm to continue. Abuse. Neglect. Assault. Mistreatment. Discrimination. These are not easy topics to hear or talk about, but that is precisely why we must.
#autism #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #theaudacitytobelieve
#autism #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #theaudacitytobelieve
January 19, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Dr. King reminds us that silence in the face of injustice allows harm to continue. Abuse. Neglect. Assault. Mistreatment. Discrimination. These are not easy topics to hear or talk about, but that is precisely why we must.
#autism #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #theaudacitytobelieve
#autism #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #theaudacitytobelieve
The first autistic Barbie is expected to be available at Mattel's online shop and at Target stores starting today. 🩵
#autism #saferworldforautism #representationmatters
#autism #saferworldforautism #representationmatters
January 12, 2026 at 3:02 PM
The first autistic Barbie is expected to be available at Mattel's online shop and at Target stores starting today. 🩵
#autism #saferworldforautism #representationmatters
#autism #saferworldforautism #representationmatters
Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
People with disabilities face increased risk due to factors like social isolation, communication differences, dependence on others, and difficulty recognizing manipulation.
Learn more at ncmec.org/trafficking
People with disabilities face increased risk due to factors like social isolation, communication differences, dependence on others, and difficulty recognizing manipulation.
Learn more at ncmec.org/trafficking
January 11, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
People with disabilities face increased risk due to factors like social isolation, communication differences, dependence on others, and difficulty recognizing manipulation.
Learn more at ncmec.org/trafficking
People with disabilities face increased risk due to factors like social isolation, communication differences, dependence on others, and difficulty recognizing manipulation.
Learn more at ncmec.org/trafficking
January 10, 2026 at 6:42 PM
On this Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we thank those who work to bring our missing loved ones with #autism home safely. 💙 #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
January 9, 2026 at 7:09 PM
On this Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we thank those who work to bring our missing loved ones with #autism home safely. 💙 #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
January 6, 2026 at 10:17 PM
NASC will officially launch in 2026. We're working behind the scenes with this simple, yet powerful goal at the heart of everything we're building.
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
January 2, 2026 at 5:07 PM
NASC will officially launch in 2026. We're working behind the scenes with this simple, yet powerful goal at the heart of everything we're building.
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
January 1, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Parties and gatherings increase the risk of elopement and drowning. Designate one adult to provide intentional supervision, and if a child or dependent with #autism goes missing, always #SearchWaterFirst.
December 31, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Parties and gatherings increase the risk of elopement and drowning. Designate one adult to provide intentional supervision, and if a child or dependent with #autism goes missing, always #SearchWaterFirst.
Catatonia can occur in people with ASD, causing sudden changes in movement, speech, and behavior. It can be tricky to diagnose, but early recognition is critical since it is highly treatable.
To learn more, visit www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/c/cat...
#autism #autismsafety
To learn more, visit www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/c/cat...
#autism #autismsafety
December 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Catatonia can occur in people with ASD, causing sudden changes in movement, speech, and behavior. It can be tricky to diagnose, but early recognition is critical since it is highly treatable.
To learn more, visit www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/c/cat...
#autism #autismsafety
To learn more, visit www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/c/cat...
#autism #autismsafety
Wandering/elopement is an exceptionally complex safety issue, and one that families and educators are doing their best to navigate.
#autismsafety #SearchWaterFirst
#autismsafety #SearchWaterFirst
December 27, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Wandering/elopement is an exceptionally complex safety issue, and one that families and educators are doing their best to navigate.
#autismsafety #SearchWaterFirst
#autismsafety #SearchWaterFirst
From all of us at the National Autism Safety Council, Merry Christmas and Happiest of Holidays to all!
#autismsafety
#autismsafety
December 24, 2025 at 8:40 PM
From all of us at the National Autism Safety Council, Merry Christmas and Happiest of Holidays to all!
#autismsafety
#autismsafety
Christmas can be loud, busy, and full of routine changes. These tips can help make the holiday safer and calmer for autistic children and adults.
#AutismSafety #WanderingPrevention #ElopementPrevention
#AutismSafety #WanderingPrevention #ElopementPrevention
December 22, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Christmas can be loud, busy, and full of routine changes. These tips can help make the holiday safer and calmer for autistic children and adults.
#AutismSafety #WanderingPrevention #ElopementPrevention
#AutismSafety #WanderingPrevention #ElopementPrevention
Urgent Appeal: After weeks missing and then hospitalization, August disappeared after discharge on December 15, last seen near State Street and 2nd Ave in Salt Lake City. He has no shoes, phone, money, or credit card. He has autism and is nonspeaking. Please share! #autismmissing
December 16, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Urgent Appeal: After weeks missing and then hospitalization, August disappeared after discharge on December 15, last seen near State Street and 2nd Ave in Salt Lake City. He has no shoes, phone, money, or credit card. He has autism and is nonspeaking. Please share! #autismmissing
Far too many #autism families live in isolation to limit risk and avoid unsafe interactions. Recognizing this is the first step toward building safer, more inclusive communities.
#autismsafety #safeinteractions #listentofamilies #normalizeaccommodations #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #safeinteractions #listentofamilies #normalizeaccommodations #saferworldforautism
December 15, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Far too many #autism families live in isolation to limit risk and avoid unsafe interactions. Recognizing this is the first step toward building safer, more inclusive communities.
#autismsafety #safeinteractions #listentofamilies #normalizeaccommodations #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #safeinteractions #listentofamilies #normalizeaccommodations #saferworldforautism
Research shows that 63% of children with autism, ages 6 to 15, are bullied at some point in their lives.
For bullying prevention tools, tips, worksheets, and more, visit www.pacer.org/Bullying/
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
For bullying prevention tools, tips, worksheets, and more, visit www.pacer.org/Bullying/
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
December 12, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Research shows that 63% of children with autism, ages 6 to 15, are bullied at some point in their lives.
For bullying prevention tools, tips, worksheets, and more, visit www.pacer.org/Bullying/
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
For bullying prevention tools, tips, worksheets, and more, visit www.pacer.org/Bullying/
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
December 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Important indicators to look for in toddlers and preschoolers with autism so adults can #StayOneStepAhead.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #SearchWaterFirst #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #SearchWaterFirst #saferworldforautism
December 5, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Important indicators to look for in toddlers and preschoolers with autism so adults can #StayOneStepAhead.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #SearchWaterFirst #saferworldforautism
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #SearchWaterFirst #saferworldforautism
December 1, 2025 at 10:24 PM
November 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Keep Thanksgiving safer by increasing home security, assigning one adult for supervision, reducing sensory overload, supporting restricted eaters, using visual schedules, planning breaks, and preparing relatives in advance. A little planning goes a long way. #autismsafety
November 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Keep Thanksgiving safer by increasing home security, assigning one adult for supervision, reducing sensory overload, supporting restricted eaters, using visual schedules, planning breaks, and preparing relatives in advance. A little planning goes a long way. #autismsafety
That's the world.
#saferworldforautism #autismsafety #safeinteractions #abuseprevention #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #drowningprevention #bullyingprevention #suicideprevention #traumainformed
#saferworldforautism #autismsafety #safeinteractions #abuseprevention #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #drowningprevention #bullyingprevention #suicideprevention #traumainformed
November 23, 2025 at 2:31 PM
And protections shouldn’t silence dignity. Both must exist together. #autismsafety #saferworldforautism
November 16, 2025 at 3:26 PM
And protections shouldn’t silence dignity. Both must exist together. #autismsafety #saferworldforautism
A world full of kindness is the kind of world all of humankind deserves. <3
#kindnessalways #autismacceptance #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #WorldKindnessDay
#kindnessalways #autismacceptance #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #WorldKindnessDay
November 13, 2025 at 9:30 PM
A world full of kindness is the kind of world all of humankind deserves. <3
#kindnessalways #autismacceptance #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #WorldKindnessDay
#kindnessalways #autismacceptance #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #WorldKindnessDay
It was wonderful presenting to the 369k school in NYC this morning! Big thanks to the parent coordinator for putting this virtual workshop together. If your PTA/PTO would like to host a similar workshop for parents, please write to info@autismsafetycouncil.org.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention
November 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM
It was wonderful presenting to the 369k school in NYC this morning! Big thanks to the parent coordinator for putting this virtual workshop together. If your PTA/PTO would like to host a similar workshop for parents, please write to info@autismsafetycouncil.org.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention