About ITI
Who We Are
Independence Through Interdependence, or ITI, is an autistic- and neurodivergent-led nonprofit dedicated to improving research, services, and outcomes of neurodivergent adults.
Our mission is to empower autistic and neurodivergent adults and their loved ones through disability-led research to improve services and wellbeing.
ITI is founded and led by autistic and ADHD women, with an all-neurodivergent team.
We’re working towards a world in which autistic and ND adults thrive and contribute their fullest potential to society through interdependence, supported by disability-led research, accessible technology, community-driven services, and sustainable funding ecosystems that circulate resources within the neurodivergent community.
Our Subsidiary
ITI Lab
ITI Lab makes apps to support autistic and neurodivergent adults with daily life. ITI Lab will help fund ITI’s services while developing tools to address the needs of our community.
Approach
We promote autistic and neurodivergent wellbeing through three pillars of work
Capacity Building
Creating sustainability for disability-led organizations serving ND adults
Research and Advocacy
Conducting participatory research focused on wellbeing and effective supports
Education
Designing trainings for transport, medical, and support professionals
Our Values
We wrote a plain language version of the ten principles of disability justice stewarded by the group Sins Invalid.
Intersectionality
People have different identities like race, class, age, and more, and these identities affect their lives. We should respect and understand these differences.
Leadership of Those Most Affected
We listen to and follow the people who are most affected by issues like disability discrimination, racism, and sexism. They know best how to fight these problems.
People Over Profit
Capitalism puts too much importance on making money and being productive. People with disabilities may not fit into this system, but that doesn’t mean they are worth any less.
Cross-Movement Solidarity
Disability justice should work with other movements like racial justice and environmental justice to create a strong, united front for change.
Recognizing Wholeness
Disabled people are just as complete and valuable as anyone else, with their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Sustainability
We should take our time and not rush when working for justice. Our bodies and experiences can guide us on this journey.
Commitment to Cross-Disability Solidarity
We include everyone with disabilities in our movement, from physical disabilities to mental health conditions, to build a stronger community.
Interdependence
We understand that we all rely on each other and the planet for our well-being. We work together without relying too much on the government.
Collective Access
We find creative ways to help each other access what we need, respecting each person’s unique needs and abilities.
Collective Liberation
We work together, no matter our differences, to create a world where every person is seen as beautiful and valuable. Disability justice is about the future we want to build for all generations.