The Meredith Autism Program (MAP) provides early intervention for autistic preschoolers in the Raleigh area using Applied Behavior Analysis. 

MAP officially started as a course for students in 1998, and during the past 26 years, a lot of growth and change has occurred in the field of autism intervention. Led by Meredith alumnae Hilary Wilkinson, ’01, and Crystal Lester, ’03, the program’s goal is to allow each individual to thrive in their own way, and build a strong foundation for learning based on an individual’s strengths. MAP focuses on self-advocacy and gives clients the tools they need to effectively advocate for their own needs that will help them grow into empowered autistic adolescents and adults.

With a highly personalized program and expert staff, MAP builds on the strengths and interests of each individual child and provides guidance and support for family members. MAP also offers Meredith undergraduate students a clinical experience rarely available to undergraduate students.

Watch the video to learn more about what makes MAP unique