Our Mission Matters
The Boston Coalition for Autism is an organization exclusively for charitable, educational, and advocacy purposes. BCA was created specifically to support individuals with late diagnosis, diagnosis in females, addiction in autism, immigrants with autism and their families. They provide needed resources, education, and community support in accordance with Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS based in Framingham, MA.
Empowering the Autism Community
SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Our projects focus on providing essential resources, educational materials, and advocacy initiatives to support individuals with autism and their families, fostering a more inclusive community for all.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
We organize community events and workshops aimed at raising awareness, promoting understanding, and building connections among families, individuals with autism, and local organizations to enhance support networks.
ADVOCACY & AWARENESS
The Boston Coalition for Autism (BCA) promotes advocacy and awareness by educating the community, families, and professionals about autism through conferences, workshops, publications, and social media; engaging in policy discussions and partnerships to improve access to diagnosis and support; highlighting the experiences of autistic individuals, especially those with late or female diagnoses; and fostering inclusive environments that respect neurodiversity while providing practical tools and resources for understanding and supporting autistic people across the lifespan
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
BCA engages the community through activities that foster connection, understanding, and support for autistic individuals and their families. This includes hosting public events, workshops, and conferences; creating peer-support groups and mentorship programs; collaborating with schools, local organizations, and cultural communities to raise awareness; organizing inclusive social and recreational activities; and providing platforms for autistic voices to share their experiences, ensuring the community is actively involved in shaping programs and initiatives that reflect their needs and perspectives.
Who We Are
The Boston Coalition for Autism is dedicated to empowering the autistic community through knowledge, education and support.
Mauricio Perea
Founder/President of BCA
Mauricio Perea is an educator, community leader, and autism advocate with over 25 years of experience working with autistic children, youth and families.
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