U Can Employ™ (UCE) is your guide to becoming an autism inclusive employer. By fostering an autism inclusive workplace, UCE aims to change the employment landscape for individuals with autism nationwide by initiating internal transformations within businesses.
We are powered by Els for Autism, which means you have the support and expertise of a global leader in the autism community.
Why We Are Here
U Can Employ was founded to address a painful truth: autistic adults are too often denied fair access to employment—not because they lack ability, but because inclusive systems aren't in place.
The idea for UCE began when a family watched their autistic son, a loyal employee with seven years of experience at a national retailer, be denied even an interview after relocating to a new city. Despite a strong reference and proven work ethic, he was dismissed—an outcome unlikely for a neurotypical candidate. That experience made it clear: inclusion can’t depend on the discretion of one manager. It must be built into the fabric of a business.
Our goal is to help employers create lasting, systemic change so that autistic individuals are given the fair, consistent opportunities they deserve. We offer expert guidance, training, and tools to ensure that inclusion is not just a value, but a practice.
Els for Autism®️:
- Is a global leader of transdisciplinary, customized programs for individuals with autism.
- Brings a decade of real-world experience with children, youth, and adults across the autism spectrum.
- Is Founded by World Golf Hall of Famer Ernie Els, his wife Liezl, and Marvin R. Shanken. The Els’ son, Ben, has autism and has inspired them to make a significant impact in this field.
- Delivers world-class educational programs that serve more than 300 local clients in Jupiter, Florida, and have reached more than 15,000 individuals beyond our campus.
