Media concern arose when it was pointed out that the
NAA claimed on their website that
vaccinations can expedite autism in “some, if not many, children.”
Chili’s had previously addressed the sensationalized controversy on
Facebook writing:
“The intent of our 4/7 National Give Back Event is not to express a view on this matter, but rather to support the families affected by autism,” Chili’s writes in the post. “Our choice to partner with the National Autism Association was based on the percentage of donations that would go directly to providing financial assistance to families and supporting programs that aid the development and safety of children with autism.”
Besides this controversy, Autism month in the United States began with the announcement of the formation of
Team TMR, a not-for-profit 501c3 organization created by the founders of the Thinking Moms’ Revolution.
