Public officials, specialists, and families gathered in Baja California this week for an open forum aimed at shaping a comprehensive state law for autism and other neurodivergences.
The event, titled “Toward a New Autism and Other Neurodivergences Law,” was organized by Congresswoman Daylín García Rubalcava to gather insights from individuals on the spectrum, their families, and public institutions to build a legislative framework addressing real-world needs.
Participants emphasized the importance to strengthen rights protection, inclusion, and lifelong support systems for people with autism.
Daylín García highlighted the involvement of more than 40 organizations, associations, and groups, whose contributions will help identify systemic barriers and update state policies with dedicated resources that allow for prompt and comprehensive assistance.
The meeting brought together representatives from human rights bodies, the judiciary, health and education departments, and DIF, alongside civil society, specialists, educational institutions, and business leaders.
Support was also provided by legislative committees led by Congresswoman Monserrat Murillo, president of the Education Commission, and Congressman Diego Lara, president of the Work Commission.
Four working groups structured the day’s discussions: Education, Sports, and Culture; Access to Health; Adult Spectrum Support and Labor Inclusion; and Access to Justice and Government Institutions.
Guiding questions were posed in each group to steer dialogue and gather contributions from participants. The proposals from the groups were recorded by rapporteurs and compiled into a document containing the primary agreements of the day.
This exercise will continue with a proposal drop-box, a virtual session, and a forum in Tijuana, with the support of Congresswoman Gloria Miramontes, President of the Health Committee, in order to broaden participation for caregivers and those unable to attend in person.
“With this new law, we seek to ensure that no person with autism or another neurodivergent condition, nor their families, faces a diagnosis without support, and that they have access to care throughout their lives. Inclusion cannot remain just talk. We need committed institutions, budgets, and real responses for individuals and their families,” stated Congresswoman Daylín García.
