The State of Stigma
April 2026 — Understanding Autism and Breaking Down Stereotypes
April 23, 2026 | 12pm
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Service providers, government agencies and community organizations join to increase awareness, encourage acceptance, and create a society where people with autism are supported and understood.
The Anti-Stigma Coalition presents a Facebook Live event on April 23 at noon, titled “Understanding Autism and Breaking Down Stereotypes.” Our panel of experts will separate the myths from the facts and break down stereotypes of this diagnosis. The event is free and open to the public.
MODERATED BY—Frank Cammarata, Executive Director of Erie County Office for People with Disabilities
Amy Jablonski, Psy.D., BCBA-D,
The Summit Center
Mason Ald
News Producer, WSYR-TV
David Herring, PhD
Board Member, Neurodiversity Network of WNY
More Facebook Live Events
Our regular Facebook live events bring together experts from the mental health field and broader community to share information and about mental health topics and efforts to reduce stigma. These events are always free and open to the public.