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Safe Digital Engagement

By using secure and monitored digital platforms while educating participants and caregivers on online safety, organizations foster inclusive and protected virtual spaces for vulnerable youth, because trusted and safe environments increase participation and reduce risks of harm. This strategy emphasizes both technological safeguards and community education to enable meaningful online engagement for autistic youth and marginalized groups. Unlike general virtual programming, it integrates active moderation and safety literacy, ensuring that digital spaces are not only accessible but also consistently safe and empowering. This dual focus distinguishes it from approaches that prioritize access alone without embedded safety protocols.

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activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Autism 101 Training Series Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers free monthly online "Autism 101" classes in English and Spanish for families of newly diagnosed children with autism, those at risk, or families new to Arizona, covering service access, special education processes, and state care systems. Resources discussed are available on the "Navigating Autism in AZ" resource page.
  • Autism 101 Training Series Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers a free monthly online "Autism 101" class via Zoom for parents and family members new to autism or Arizona, covering service access, special education processes, and resources. This series also includes an "Autismo 101 en español" class for Spanish-speaking families.
  • Autistic Adult Support and Social Groups Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Organizes various monthly in-person and online support and social groups for autistic adults, including a West Valley social meetup for ages 20+, an online discussion and social group for ages 30+, an in-person connection and social group for ages 30+, and an online peer-led support group for ages 40+ with later-life diagnoses.
  • BE SAFE Interactive Screenings Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Hosts BE SAFE Interactive Screenings across Arizona that pair local police officers with teens and adults with autism to promote mutual understanding, safety awareness, and mentorship.
  • BE SAFE Interactive Screenings Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Hosts BE SAFE Interactive Screenings across Arizona, pairing local police officers with teens and adults with Autism to facilitate mutual learning and mentorship.
  • Community Resource Navigation and Referrals Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Provides information, resources, and support to individuals newly diagnosed with autism or new to Arizona. The organization connects individuals and families with counselors, family support partners, crisis resources (including suicide hotlines and crisis housing), domestic violence resources, employment organizations, food assistance programs, health and medical resources, housing choices, and therapy/service providers.
  • Community Resource Navigation and Referrals Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Connects individuals and families to a wide range of resources, including counselors, family support partners, crisis resources (suicide hotlines, crisis housing), domestic violence resources, employment organizations, food assistance programs, health and medical resources, housing choices (group homes, assisted living, Section 8), safety resources, and therapy/service providers for DDD/ALTCS members.
  • DDD Customer Service Guidance Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
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    Provides guidance on contacting the Division’s Customer Service Department to report issues with DDD or support coordinators, which tracks member concerns and ensures resolution.
  • Informational Resources and Sensory Experiences Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Provides informational videos addressing common questions about autism and related services, a list of commonly used acronyms in the disability community, and a 360-degree virtual experience titled "The Party" to simulate the sensory environment of autism.
  • Informational Resources and Tools Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Provides informational videos addressing common questions about autism, a list of commonly used acronyms in the disability community, and a 360-degree virtual experience titled "The Party" to simulate the sensory environment of autism.
  • Informational and Educational Materials Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Provides informational videos about autism and related services, maintains a list of commonly used disability-related acronyms (with an invitation for community input to expand it), and offers online resource pages covering topics such as navigating autism in Arizona and safety.
  • Online Autism 101 Training Series Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers free monthly online "Autism 101" classes for families of newly diagnosed children, those at risk, or families new to Arizona, covering service access, special education, and state systems of care. Classes are held on the third Tuesday of each month via Zoom and include Spanish-language offerings ("Autismo 101 en español").
  • Online Transition 101 Class and Resources Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Provides a free monthly online Transition 101 class on the first Thursday of each month for individuals and families of autistic people aged 14+, focusing on post-high school services and resources. Complements the class with a dedicated Transition to Adulthood resource page.
  • Parent and Caregiver Support Groups Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Hosts monthly online and in-person support group meetings for parents and caregivers to connect, share information, and provide mutual support.
  • Resource Connection and Referral Services Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Connects individuals and families to a wide range of community resources, including crisis support (suicide hotlines, crisis housing), domestic violence shelters, food assistance programs, housing options (group homes, assisted living, Section 8), employment services, health and medical care, therapy providers for DDD/ALTCS members, and safety resources.
  • Safety 101 Education Program Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers a free online "Safety 101" class twice per year to educate families on safety topics including fire, kitchen, pool, internet, wandering, scams, and emergencies. A Spanish version ("Seguridad 101") is also available. Resources from the class are hosted on a dedicated Safety resource page.
  • Safety 101 Training Series Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers a free online "Safety 101" class two times per year in English and Spanish to educate families on keeping loved ones safe across all ages and stages of life, covering topics such as fire, kitchen, pool, internet, wandering, scams, and emergencies. Resources are available on a dedicated Safety resource page.
  • Safety 101 Training and Resources Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
    direct service
    Offers a free online "Safety 101" class two times per year to educate families on keeping loved ones safe across all ages and stages of life, covering topics such as fire, kitchen, pool, internet, wandering, scams, and emergencies. A "Seguridad 101" class is also offered in Spanish, and related resources are provided on a dedicated safety page.