The 2025 #DougieAwards brought joy, inspiration, and powerful stories from across the autism community. From heartfelt moments to amazing performances, we honored true changemakers who make the world a more inclusive place every day! 🏆 Join us in congratulating this year’s Dougie Award winners: John Graziano, Melissa Levin, Adam Belmore, Amy Ursitti, Ashley Loiacono-Menezes, Lyndsay Cone, Pa Daniel Clinton, Antonella, and Milosz Gasior! 👏 Huge thanks to our incredible hosts, Emily Sullivan (@makingmagiccharacters), Shane Johnson (@shane.e_johnson), and Jonathan Gardner (@nancy34112); and to our talented performers Laura K Jane (@laurakjaneshines and Milosz Gasior (@asdvirtuoso)! Check out the whole show here: https://www.youtube.com/live/vUb4nategbs?si=HwgcpU2y7lEn2JVD What was your favorite #DougieAwards2025 moment? Tell us in the comments!👇 #AutismAcceptance #DougieAwards #CelebrateInclusion #ReelMoments (fb)

Welcome to the 2025 Dougie Awards! We're honoring people who shine bright and make a difference in the autism community. Whether they’re a self-advocate, teacher, program leader, therapist, parent, or passionate supporter — we’re here to celebrate them! Each Dougie Award winner will receive a $500 donation made in their name to an autism-serving organization they support or are affiliated with. Join us LIVE on May 21, 2025, at 12 PM ET for the official Dougie Awards celebration — streaming across our channels! Don’t miss the stories, surprises, and incredible honorees who are making an impact year-round. � New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! � (fb)