We have formed a local AFAA taskforce in Pittsburgh and we are actively seeking participants to this taskforce in order for us to tackle some of the local initiatives that were recommended. If anyone is interested in joining this taskforce they can contact either Dana Monroe at dmonroe@newstory.com or (724) 463-5390 ext 222, or Beth Whitehouse from the Greater Pittsburgh Autism Speaks Chapter at beth.whitehouse@autismspeaks.org or (412) 367-4571.

For all those interested in participating in the Local Task Force of the AFAA that our next meeting is scheduled as follows:

Monday, June 28th
9:30 am to 11:00 am

University of Pittsburgh
Martin Conference Room – 4th Floor
Room 3301
210 S. Bouquet Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Please come prepared with questions that can be used in developing the survey. We will be utilizing and undergrad or two to research available resources involved with competitive employment and housing and would like to provide them with some questions and guidelines….