The knowledge gained from these partnerships has great potential for improving the future for all who struggle with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – in North America as well as abroad. Many lessons can be learned from creative approaches to delivering screening and services in underserved nations. Indeed, the need for greater awareness and access to high-quality services remains a major priority for helping families in underserved communities in the United States. One of GAPH’s first research grants aims to improve autism screening in rural Colorado schools. Other studies are taking place in Albania, Ethiopia, India/Pakistan, and Taiwan. (For project descriptions of all GAPH research grants, click here.)