The Museum Autism Programs Project
Event and Programs List for People with Autism for all 50 States
What is the difference between Event and Program?
An Event is the first step on a continuum of events, or what Rudy calls a "gateway."
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An Event is autism-only, and may happen only once a year.
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A Program is autism-only, and more regular, structured, and engaging.
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I also use another category:
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An Inclusive Event or Program welcomes other people with and sometimes without disability. Is not autism-only, but still provides support for individuals with autism.
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Event Program Inclusive Events & Programs
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One way to think of this range of programs is as a "Continuum of Experiences"*
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For more context, check out Lisa Jo Rudy's
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* Concept from the Pop Group museum from my research.
A similar concept is being used in Special Education at public schools.