Evan Barnwell

Evan Barnwell is a 13-year-old autism advocate, public speaker, content creator, and international award winner. Diagnosed with autism at age three, he now uses his voice to educate, inspire, and promote inclusion and accessibility. 
 
Evan is a recurring presenter at the national TASH and CalTASH conferences and regularly speaks at conferences hosted by the City of San Jose and the County of Santa Clara, among other organizations. 
 
Through his YouTube channel, Evan shares travel adventures and explorations of abandoned places, encouraging others to think more intentionally about inclusion and accessibility. In 2026, he received international recognition as Young Person of the Year from the Anna Kennedy Online Autism Hero Awards in London and was named California Statewide Directing Change Program and Film Contest Winner for his video, “We Need Allies” which Insights the Importance of Autism Support, Inclusion, and Connection for People with Disabilities. 

Financial Disclosure: None to disclose. Conference registration paid. Non-Financial: None to disclose.

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