Washington Autism Alliance and Advocacy

Our Mission Washington Autism Alliance (WAA) extends access to healthcare, education and services for people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD’s) & related intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Washington State. Vision All families in Washington State have the resources they need to support the well-being of loved ones with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Values Calm, confident competence. Creative, cutting-edge advocacy. Nimble, flexible and responsive service. WAA is the nation’s only legal advocate for people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities that pairs individual/family navigation with legal services regardless of ability to pay. We have a highly successful track record of legislative advocacy. We’ve opened access to service for nearly 10,000 clients directly and ensured rights to coverage for over 68,000. Our staff has specialized training and personal experience with autism and developmental disabilities, giving us practical and empathetic expertise.