Collaborative START Lab

Our Mission

The Collaborative START lab aims to improve the quality of life of autistic people and their families by improving access to high quality education and treatment through translation of evidence-based treatment into effective, publicly-funded community services that reach traditionally underserved populations.

We Value: Individual exploration of interests and use of talents, and satisfying relationships.  Life-long learning for autistic people, university and community learners, scientists and providers. Inclusion of diversity in all aspects of our work, including supporting diverse learning styles and practicing cultural humility Collaborative, reciprocal relationships with people with autism, family members, trainees, community members, and colleagues

To coordinate and provide educational discussions to the lab on various topics related to equity and diversity
To audit and support lab projects and committees to help ensure equitable practices are occurring lab-wide
To organize and run the monthly Opportunities for Action activities, which focuses on a different topic each month and provides lab members with resources to learn more about diverse and/or marginalized communities, opportunities to engage with our local community, and ways to advocate, for equity, diversity, justice, and inclusion.