Emily Iland, M.A. is an award-winning author, consultant, researcher, advocate and leader in the autism field. She is the mother of a young man with ASD and brings personal experience and insight to her professional roles including as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Special Education at California State University, Northridge. She presents a variety of topics at conferences in both English and Spanish, all over the U.S. and abroad. She is known for the clear way she presents complex information! Emily has been actively involved with the autism community for nearly three decades as an educator and innovator. Areas of special focus include reading comprehension, skills for safety & Independence, autism & law enforcement, transition to adulthood, parent training, and community integration.