Current Initiatives
Find out more about our current community outreach and support initiatives below. We look forward to adding more opportunities soon!
Students on the Spectrum (SOS) Club and Faculty/Staff on the Spectrum (FSOS) Group
The Indiana Resource Center for Autism at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community sponsors two groups on the Bloomington campus of Indiana University: Students on the Spectrum (SOS) and Faculty/Staff on the Spectrum (FSOS).
All Indiana University students, faculty, or staff who identify as Autistic are welcome. These are primarily self-directed groups that help individuals stay socially connected, become effective self-advocates, and explore supports and activities on campus and in the community. Events are scheduled with club members only, and in conjunction with the Neurodiversity Coalition and the College Internship Program. SOS and FSOS are not counseling programs.
Thursday, January 23, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/82173741148
Thursday, February 20, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/84135532633
Thursday, April 3, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/84316795364
All meetings will take place at Indiana Resource Center for Autism
2810 E Discovery Parkway
Building M
Bloomington, IN 47408
Zoom option is available for those unable to attend in person.
Parking at the Institute is open after 5:00 P.M. One should use the spaces and not pull up to the side of the circle drive, etc., as that will block IU vehicles. There are accessible spaces off the circle drive and off the parking lot alongside the Institute.
Wednesday, January 22, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/88214874041
Wednesday, February 19, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/84738124675
Wednesday, April 2, 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/82777441345
All meetings will take place at Indiana Resource Center for Autism
2810 E Discovery Parkway
Building M
Bloomington, IN 47408
Zoom option is available for those unable to attend in person.
Parking at the Institute is open after 5:00 P.M. One should use the spaces and not pull up to the side of the circle drive, etc., as that will block IU vehicles. There are accessible spaces off the circle drive and off the parking lot alongside the Institute.
Hoosier Moms Support Group
Join us to connect, share, and find support within a welcoming community. All Hoosier moms of Autistic children are welcome!
Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. ET
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/87998331010
Tuesday, March 4, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. ET
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/81466279694
Tuesday, April 8, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. ET
Zoom Link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/83245678689
Neurodiversity Coalition at Indiana University
We are excited to partner with the Neurodiversity Coalition at Indiana University, a group of Indiana University students, staff, faculty, and community members who support initiatives to make the IU Bloomington campus more inclusive of the rights and needs of IU students.
Upcoming Presentation: Dr. Derek Nord on Advocacy and Self-Advocacy for People With Disabilities
Presented by The Neurodiversity Coalition at IU Bloomington and Indiana Resource Center for Autism.
In this presentation, Dr. Derek Nord, Director of the Institute on Disability and Community, will share about his background, his role at the IIDC, and discuss advocacy and self-advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
Monday, February 3, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 P.M. ET
This is a hybrid event and will take place both in-person at Indiana Resource Center for Autism (2810 E. Discovery Pkwy, Building M, Bloomington, IN 47408) and virtually via Zoom.
No cost for attendance, but please register below if you plan to attend in-person or virtually.
For directions to the IRCA or other questions about the event, please contact Cecilia Buckley, Neurodiversity Coalition Faculty Advisor, at cepobuck@iu.edu.
About Dr. Nord
Nord's research and teaching background spans many areas, including community living, social inclusion, poverty and disability, school-to-adult transition, and employment of people with disabilities. A common focus of his work is on equity within and outside of formal systems of support. Nord’s work is widely disseminated across various outlets, such as peer reviewed journals, policy briefs, book chapters, evaluation and technical reports, legislative reports, and presentations.
Parent Listerv
Our parent listserv is an email listserv where we share information, resources, and tips specifically geared toward parents/caregivers of Autistic individuals. If you are interested in being added to our listserv, please contact us.