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- Preparing Neurodiverse Youth for the Workforce: The CRISP Internship ProgramCRISP is Tech Kids Unlimited’s premier summer internship program, designed for advanced TKU students seeking workforce readiness. This six-week program provides hands-on experience at external sites aligned with students’ interests. Interns work 20 hours weekly and participate in workshops facilitated by TKU focused on career development skills. Over 30 young adults participated in the CRISP …
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- Why Workplace Inclusion Efforts Fall Short for Autistic Individuals
By Beth Rosenberg, Executive Director of Tech Kids Unlimited The recently published article “Employees With Autism Find New Ways to Navigate the Workplace” from The New York Times, highlights the strides made in accommodating neurodivergent individuals in the workplace who have been diagnosed with autism later in life. While this is commendable, it only scratches …Why Workplace Inclusion Efforts Fall Short for Autistic Individuals Read More »
- Article: The Impact of Early Intervention in 1999 on Shaping a Novel Profile Within the Autism Spectrum, Alongside the Ongoing Challenges in EmploymentBy TKU Staff The landscape of autism support has evolved significantly since the early 90s. In 1999, New York introduced early intervention services to infants who were not meeting developmental milestones. Once these youths received early intervention services, they were likely to continue within the NYC Department of Education’s Committees on Preschool Education and Special …
- TKU Board of Trustees Welcomes New MembersWe are excited to announce the newest members of the TKU Board of Trustees: Sheena Thomas (Adobe), Jean Kang (400 Capital Management LLC), Paul Jeruchimowitz (Accenture) and Aaron Chu (Apple). TKU’s Board is comprised of distinguished leaders with diverse backgrounds and expertise. We are incredibly grateful to welcome Sheena, Jean, Paul and Aaron to our award-winning …
- Virtual Summer Workshops at Tech Kids UnlimitedEnrollment is OPEN for 2024 Summer Workshops. Early Bird Discount ends May 15. Discover your creative potential this summer with our virtual weeklong workshops! Workshops will cover different tech topic each week, from game design to digital art and animation. The program is a great way to develop your skills and explore new tech in …
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LOLA was created by Tech Kids Unlimited to provide social and emotional solutions for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning and neurological differences through the use of humor. LOLA was a winner in the 2015 AT&T Connect Ability Challenge Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.