Our Inspiring Journey
Inclusive Together began with one family’s journey—and a belief that every community can do better.
When founder Lauren Tarzia’s older son was diagnosed as autistic, she experienced the diagnosis not only as a professional speech-language pathologist, but as a mother. Despite years of training in autism and inclusive education, navigating the system for her own child was overwhelming. Over time, fear gave way to understanding—and with that, hope.
After moving to New Canaan, CT in 2023, Lauren found meaningful connection and growing acceptance, but also a gap: inclusive and adaptive enrichment opportunities were limited, and families, schools, and organizations needed more support and education.
What began as "The Rosy Road", a social community for individuals with autism, evolved into Inclusive Together—expanding its mission in March 2024 to neuroinclusive accessibility, community education, and meaningful inclusion and support for all.
Today, Inclusive Together partners with families, schools, organizations, and businesses to model inclusive practices and create environments where neurodivergent individuals and their families can truly thrive.
Our Mission & Vision
At Inclusive Together, we strive to create meaningful neuroinclusive and accessible opportunities for individuals with invisible disabilities and their families & caregivers by empowering & educating communities.
Together, we foster a world that values individuals with invisible disabilities and empowers them to thrive
personally and professionally in all aspects of life.
Meet Our Founder
Lauren Tarzia
Founder & President
Every Mind Matters
Inclusion Starts with a Mindset shift
lauren.tarzia@inclusivetogether.org
203-321-9473
Lauren is a mother of two and an experienced speech-language pathologist who has spent her career supporting neurodivergent individuals in educational settings. Her personal journey as a parent to an autistic child reshaped her perspective—from focusing on change to embracing understanding, support, and acceptance.
“When we take the time to understand what feels unfamiliar,
we gain the courage to engage with it.
Inclusion isn’t extra
—it’s essential.”
Lauren Tarzia
Our Board
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our passionate team is committed to fostering inclusion and has first hand experience with children and family members who have a neurodiversity and/or disability. We consist of professionals, parents, and dedicated volunteers who share a common mission to support individuals with invisible disabilities. Our team has broad corporate experience and deep institutional knowledge across finance, sales, marketing, market research and event production.
