Autism Support
‘Positivity Spectrum’ Expands Inclusive Programs in Ohio
Sarah Kovit Hanna is deeply committed to ensuring that her son Jacob, like all children, can experience the same opportunities and joys as his peers. This desire for inclusion led her to establish “The Positivity Spectrum,” an initiative designed to create more accessible environments for children with autism. What started as a nonprofit to help…
Mesa, Arizona Marks Five Years as Autism Certified City
November 2024 marks a significant milestone for the City of Mesa, Arizona: the five-year anniversary of its designation as the first-ever Autism Certified City in the United States. This groundbreaking achievement, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), underscores Mesa’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for neurodiverse individuals. A…
How to Dance in Ohio: A Musical Journey Through Autism
Award-winning composer Jacob Yandura is proudly from Columbus. He grew up here and attended Kenyon College before moving to New York to write music for Broadway musicals. His 2023 musical How to Dance in Ohio is a charming emotional portrait of seven autistic characters played by seven autistic actors. And it’s set right here in…