Standing Together for a Better Future
At MAKE A STAND 4 AUTISM, our mission is simple yet powerful: to unlock potential in autism through advocacy, research, and education.
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We believe every child with autism deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential, and that communication is a fundamental human right.
Jennifer Philips
Founder
Jennifer is a dedicated parent, advocate, and nonprofit leader committed to meaningful autism advocacy. As Founder of MAKE A STAND 4 AUTISM, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, she leads initiatives under the mission “Unlocking Potential in Autism through Advocacy, Research, and Education.” In this role, she oversees strategic direction, operations, and community engagement, driving meaningful change for those on the autism spectrum and their families.
Her advocacy journey began with her own daughter’s diagnosis of regressive autism, which sparked a passion for championing research and policy that improve quality of life and expand opportunities for those who are profoundly impacted. Jennifer strives to identify impactful solutions efficiently and effectively. She is deeply committed to fostering collaboration between researchers, clinicians, and the autism community to accelerate progress.
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Jennifer is a public member of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), a Federal advisory committee that coordinates Federal efforts and provides advice to the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues related to autism. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Child Development.
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