this is me exists to promote a deeper understanding of autism — one that moves beyond awareness and into empathy, knowledge, and action. Because awareness opens eyes.
But understanding opens hearts, changes systems, and builds inclusive communities where everyone can belong and grow.

We believe that when we share stories, we spark change.
When we listen, we learn.
And when we understand, we transform.

UNDERSTANDING AUTISM, ONE STORY AT A TIME.

“As parents, we’ve learned that understanding autism doesn’t happen in a single moment — it unfolds through the real stories of our children, their families, their communities, their educators, and everyone who walks alongside them each day.”

Gabriel Andino, Dad

from our story hub and other resources

Discover what understanding autism truly means as we share real stories, real moments, real families, and real learning — one heartfelt story at a time.

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Step Into Understanding

Get Involved Today | be part of the story

You can be part of this movement in so many meaningful ways — by sharing your story, joining us for an interview, contributing as a service provider, donating, participating in our workshops, or using and sharing our educational resources. Every voice and every action helps build a world where autism is truly understood.

Tools for Understanding

THIS IS ME | The Understanding Center

Explore tools and insights that help deepen your understanding.

Connect with us! We’d love to get to know you—your story, your challenges, your hopes, and everything in between.

Every family, every educator, and every child brings a unique perspective that helps us learn and grow. Your voice, your questions, and your experiences matter here. Reach out and connect with us so we can walk this journey of understanding together, support one another, and create a community where every story is valued and every child feels seen.

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