Independent Living, Inc. Renews Certified Neurodiverse Workplaceâ„¢ Designation, Continues Commitment to Inclusive Workplace Practices

Independent Living, Inc. (ILI) renews its Certified Neurodiverse Workplace™ (CNW) designation, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to creating an environment where people with different disabilities, identities, perspectives, and experiences are valued and supported. To renew this certification, staff completed training and certification from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), which allows them to better recruit and support neurodivergent employees, including those who are autistic, have ADHD, or are dyslexic. Continue Reading →

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Where Discovery Meets Inclusion: COGNiTiON Science and Discovery Center Renews Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Status

COGNiTiON Science and Discovery Center renews its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The renewal was granted after at least 80% of the staff completed up-to-date autism and sensory training to ensure they are equipped with understanding of the best skills, practices, and resources to welcome and support every visitor who walks through the doors. Continue Reading →

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Caravanserai – Alliance for Entrepreneurs Renews Certified Neurodiverse Workplaceâ„¢ Designation, Building on Workplace Accessibility Efforts

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) recognizes Caravanserai – Alliance for Entrepreneurs, a Palm Springs-based nonprofit providing business training, consulting, and capital access support to entrepreneurs and small businesses, for renewing its Certified Neurodiverse Workplaceâ„¢ (CNW) designation. Originally earning the designation in 2024, Caravanserai – Alliance for Entrepreneurs continues to demonstrate its commitment to creating a more inclusive workplace. As part of the renewal, at least 80% of Caravanserai’s staff have completed specialized training and certification to better recruit and support neurodivergent employees, including those who are autistic, have ADHD, or are dyslexic. Continue Reading →

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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Renews Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation, Deepening Commitment to Inclusive Wildlife Experiences

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) announces the renewal of the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation for The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, a beloved Southern California destination featuring more than 600 animals representing 141 species across immersive desert habitats. First, earning the designation in 2022, The Living Desert continues to prioritize accessibility and inclusion for autistic guests and their families. As part of the renewal process, at least 80% of guest-facing staff and management completed updated autism-specific training, reaffirming the Zoo’s commitment to better communicating with and supporting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals while strengthening safety awareness and response protocols.
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Cathedral City Renews Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation, Reinforcing Its Leadership in Inclusive Communities

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly renews the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation for the City of Cathedral City, recognizing its continued commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive experiences for autistic and sensory-sensitive residents and visitors. Originally designated as a CAC in 2024, Cathedral City has maintained its certification by ensuring that at least 80% of resident-facing staff complete updated autism and sensory training and by continuing to expand accessibility initiatives throughout the community. Continue Reading →

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Palm Springs Favorites Serve Up Inclusion: FARM, Tac/Quila, Clandestino & The Front Porch Renew Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Statuses

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)  proudly renews FARM, Tac/Quila, Clandestino, and The Front Porch‘s Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) designations. To renew this designation, at least 80% of staff at all four restaurants completed autism and sensory training to equip them with up-to-date knowledge of best practices and skills to best welcome and support autistic and sensory-sensitive restaurant guests and their families.  Continue Reading →

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Wynwood Walls Museum Becomes a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢, Advancing Accessible Arts Experiences

Known as the world’s largest outdoor street art museum and a global destination for contemporary urban art, Wynwood Walls Museum is now a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC). This designation, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), recognizes organizations where at least 80% of guest-facing staff complete specialized autism and sensory training and certification. Museum and visitor center staff have been equipped with the knowledge and skills to better welcome and support autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families. 

In addition to staff training, IBCCES conducted an onsite review of the Wynwood Walls Museum to develop sensory guides and provide additional recommendations to help enhance accessibility and create a more inclusive experience for all guests.

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Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce Becomes First Chamber of Commerce in California to Earn Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), which is a designation awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education (IBCCES). As a CAC, its staff has completed autism and sensory training to equip them with skills and knowledge of the best practices to communicate with and support autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals, as well as how to create welcoming, low‑stress experiences for all visitors. 
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A Continued Promise of Welcome: the Inn at Black Star Farms Renews Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

The Inn at Black Star Farms renews its designation as a Certified Autism Center™, which is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To renew the designation, at least 80% of guest-facing staff at the inn completed up-to-date training to refresh their knowledge on communicating with, assisting, and best welcoming autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families. The training also provided staff with updated knowledge of current best practices and skills to best support every guest. Continue Reading →

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Inclusion Takes the Big Screen: The Garden Theater Renews Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly renews The Garden Theater’s designation as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). To earn this accreditation, at least 80% of guest-facing staff completed autism and sensory training to ensure they are up-to-date with understanding of best practices and skills to welcome and support autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families. Continue Reading →

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