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Understanding begins when we walk together.

To become a globally recognized leader in autism advocacy by expanding access to resources, education, travel, and support while promoting acceptance, inclusion, and integrity in communities around the world.

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A Mission Built Around Understanding

To become a globally recognized leader in autism advocacy by expanding access to resources, education, travel, and support while promoting acceptance, inclusion, and integrity in communities around the world.

Organization

Walk A Mile In My Shoes

Founder / CEO

Andrea L Smedley Hasty

Advocacy • Education • Inclusion • Support

Autism

From awareness to acceptance.

A visual progression toward deeper understanding, meaningful awareness, and genuine acceptance.

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Understanding Autism

Understanding Autism

We believe learning is the first step toward inclusion. Our resources are designed to meet families, educators, and communities where they are.

Support Services

How We Support

I provide advocacy, awareness, acceptance, educational training, travel resources, and support services.

Advocacy

Awareness

Acceptance

Educational Training

Travel Resources

Support Services

Training and Travel

Learning open doors.Access expands horizons.

Practical training and travel guidance for autistic individuals, families, and the communities that support them.

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Training

Educational training and greater understanding.

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Travel

Travel resources for more accessible, informed experiences.

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Inclusion

A world where belonging is lived, not promised.

Promoting acceptance, inclusion, and integrity in communities around the world.

Campaigns That Create Change

Our two major campaigns focus on safety, dignity, and equitable access for autistic individuals.

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Campaign · Education

Cameras in Classrooms of Autistic Children

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Campaign · Advocacy

Bridging the Gap between Autism and Public Safety

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The People Behind The Mission

A dedicated team working toward advocacy, education, and inclusion.

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Andrea L. Smedley Hasty

Founder and CEO

Portrait of Josiah D. Hasty

Josiah D. Hasty

Student Advocate

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Angela R. Smedley

COO

Portrait of Dr Avis McKinney

Dr Avis McKinney

Portrait of Dr Donice Stewart

Dr Donice Stewart

Resources

Pathways to autism information, education, travel resources, support, and advocacy resources.

Make A Difference

Every action moves understanding forward.

Giving

Give

Volunteering

Volunteer

Advocating

Advocate

Connect With Us

Emailashasty@walkamilenmyshoes.orgPhone3019066602
Address409 Clairborne Street
Upper Marlboro MD 20774

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