NEXT for AUTISM has selected 21 new recipients of its work-based scholarship program to support work with neurodivergent adults September 15, 2025 (New York, NY)–NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming services for people with autism, has selected 21 college and post-graduate students to join the NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS work-based scholarship […]
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Podcast: Direct Support Professionals and Caregiver Burnout
Abigayle Jayroe, the Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations at NEXT for AUTISM, joined the Someone You Know podcast to discuss the role of Direct Support Professionals in the lives of people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as addressing caregiver burnout and what can be done about it. Also discussed […]
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS Expands Partnerships in Its Third Year
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS Employment-Based Scholarship Program Announces New Education Partnerships, to Provide More DSP Support for Autistic Adults NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS, an employment-based scholarship program for students enrolled in a health and human services-related field of study, with an interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), opens application for […]
From Fellows to DSP: Meet Mariza
Meet the Students Bridging the DSP Employment Gap: Profiles of NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS Recipients Name: Mariza A. Major: AA Elementary Education Anticipated Graduation Year: 2025 What motivated you to apply for this employment-based scholarship opportunity? The reason why I applied for the employment-based scholarship is my current job. I work one-on-one with individuals who […]
NEXT for AUTISM ANNOUNCES ITS 2024-25 AUTISTIC-LED AND COMMUNITY-BASED GRANT RECIPIENTS
31 Organizations Receive Grant Funding from NEXT for AUTISM to Support Autistic Adults in the Areas of Home, Work, and Social Well-being. September 26, 2024 (New York, NY)–NEXT for AUTISM, the leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism, announces its 2024-25 grant award recipients. This year, NEXT is […]
2024-2025 NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS RECIPIENTS ARE ANNOUNCED
NEXT for AUTISM has selected 20 new recipients of its work-based scholarship program. July 30, 2024 (New York, NY)–NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism selects 20 college students to be part of the 2024-2025 NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS work-based scholarship program. NEXT […]
NEXT for AUTISM Inaugural Fellowship Recipients Announced
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS is a new national scholarship program for students and professionals interested in working with neurodivergent adults November 15, 2023 (New York, NY)—NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically designing, launching, and supporting innovative initiatives, has proudly awarded […]
NEXT for AUTISM Launches New Scholarship Program to Encourage Students and Professionals Working with Autistic Adults
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS scholarship program, in partnership with Scholarship America, looks to provide financial support for students as well as encourage professionals working with autistic and neurodivergent adults. May 15, 2023 (New York, NY)–NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), the leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically […]
