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platform for education, fellowship, and advocacy. The event was a collabo- ration with the Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., which underscored the power of National Pan-Hel- lenic Council partnerships to reinforce the common commitment of addressing health, equity, and social justice. The evening provided both resources and visibility for parents and caregivers to share lived experiences of raising children on the spectrum. Healthcare professionals from the Kelly O’Leary Center delivered vital information about services, interventions, and community support. Guests engaged in fellowship while also contributing to fundraising that sustains resources and future pro- gramming. The enormity of A Night for Autism attracted the attention of Cincinnati’s WLWT Channel 5 whose coverage included inter- views with Brother Cole and Delta Sigma Theta’s Kris- hona Poignard. (Scan the QR to access the interview) The synergy between advocacy and action reflects Kappa Alpha Psi’s belief that service must be both practical and inspirational— reaching hearts while
Top: Brothers of the Cincinnati (OH) Alumni Chapter show strong support for A Night for Autism. Bottom: The Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. collaborated in planning the event.
“ BLACK CHILDREN ARE TWICE AS LIKELY TO BE MISDIAGNOSED WITH BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS BEFORE RECEIVING AN AUTISM DIAGNOSIS.”
equipping communities with tools for change. The CAC’s foundation has gone further by institutionalizing
Autism Awareness as a pro- gram pillar. This strategic move ensures that A Night for Autism is not a one-time
event, but part of a long- term initiative. Current plans include: • Developing training and
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