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Beyond the Toy Box: Why Representation is a Right, Not a Luxury

Beyond the Toy Box: Why Representation is a Right, Not a Luxury

by SNN | Jan 12, 2026 | Diversity and Inclusion, President's Statement, Press Release, Statement

MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Special Needs Network and Areva Martin’s Statement on Why an Autistic Barbie Matters More Than a Toy LOS ANGELES, CA — The introduction of an autistic Barbie has sparked a national conversation about representation, inclusion, and...
No Child Should Go Hungry Because of Politics

No Child Should Go Hungry Because of Politics

by SNN | Oct 23, 2025 | Diversity and Inclusion, President's Statement, Press Release, Social Justice, Statement

MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Areva Martin Mobilizes Emergency Action as CalFresh Shutdown Threatens Millions of California Families Los Angeles, CA – Areva Martin, one of the nation’s most prominent civil rights attorneys and a leading voice for children,...
Areva’s USA Today Op-Ed on Autism, Tylenol, and Maternal Health

Areva’s USA Today Op-Ed on Autism, Tylenol, and Maternal Health

by SNN | Sep 26, 2025 | Autism, Press Release

LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, Special Needs Network (SNN) continues to lead national conversations on autism, maternal health, and equity in underserved communities. This week, SNN’s founder Areva Martin shared her perspective in a newly published USA Today opinion piece...
Special Needs Network’s Camp JPAC Opens in Defiance of Fear and Injustice Amidst ICE Raids

Special Needs Network’s Camp JPAC Opens in Defiance of Fear and Injustice Amidst ICE Raids

by SNN | Jul 14, 2025 | Press Release

A safe haven for children with disabilities amidst rising fears in immigrant communities              LOS ANGELES, CA — July 14, 2025 — Today, Special Needs Network (SNN) proudly kicked off the 16th Annual Joe Patton Academy Camp (JPAC), an essential inclusion summer...
Special Needs Network Condemns Deep Federal Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance

Special Needs Network Condemns Deep Federal Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance

by SNN | Jul 7, 2025 | Press Release

LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the federal reconciliation spending bill, enacting the deepest cuts in history to Medicaid and essential food assistance programs. The bill will now advance to the President, who has indicated he will...
Tess Mann Atelier Takes Center Stage as Exclusive Designer for Beverly Hills Fashion Show Fundraiser

Tess Mann Atelier Takes Center Stage as Exclusive Designer for Beverly Hills Fashion Show Fundraiser

by SNN | Jun 18, 2025 | Press Release

Former FBI agent turned couture designer showcases couture designs at 17th annual Special Needs Network fundraiser. Beverly Hills, CA — Tess Mann Atelier was selected as the exclusive fashion brand for the highly anticipated fashion show at A Pink Pump Affair 2025,...
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  • Special Needs Network’s Camp JPAC Opens in Defiance of Fear and Injustice Amidst ICE Raids
  • Special Needs Network Condemns Deep Federal Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance

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