(From Left to Right: Joe Bradley, Lindsey Eaton and Amanda Patterson)
Members of SARRC’s Self-Advocate Advisory Board share their unique perspectives on Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month, what it means to be an adult on the autism spectrum, and how our community can take meaningful, lasting action—emphasizing that awareness and acceptance should extend beyond just one month.
Joe Bradley »
Meet Joe Bradley, an accomplished artist on the autism spectrum and a founding member of SARRC’s SAAB. He is currently the Director of Marketing Partnerships at Cardone Ventures and is the artist behind Arizona’s first specialty autism license plate: “Driving Support for Autism.”
Learn more about Joe, what Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month means to him, how our community can take meaningful action to support autistic individuals, and more here »
Lindsey Eaton »
Lindsey joined SARRC’s SAAB in early 2024 and currently serves as an Office Assistant at Christ Lutheran School. A passionate autism advocate and seasoned public speaker, she regularly shares her journey as an adult on the autism spectrum, inspiring thousands with her story.
Hear from Lindsey as she provides insight on how our community can move beyond just “awareness” and take real action to support autistic individuals. Read more »
Amanda Patterson »
Amanda is a Customer Service Representative at Peckham Inc., a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization that provides a wide range of opportunities to maximize potential for those striving for independence and self-sufficiency.
Learn more about Amanda, what she has discovered about herself, personal goals she’s most proud of since joining the board, and more here »
Pictured: Members of SARRC’s Self-Advocate Advisory Board. Learn more at autismcenter.org/SAAB