Capacity Building for Equity Impact

Capacity Building for Equity Impact aims to strengthen support for autistic transition-age youth participating in college and Title V (Maternal Child Health – MCH) programs. Research shows autistic college students face greater mental and physical health challenges than their peers. Studying differences in these challenges across autistic youth can help improve support during key life transitions. Helping Title V programs to consider the needs of transition-age autistic youth and their families may also improve long-term health outcomes. Findings will be shared with MCH network staff and educators to drive meaningful change.