The Autism Society provides information and referrals via a toll-free phone line for autism-related questions and an on-line database with local and national resources. The Autism Society is made up of a nationwide network of chapters designed to provide information and support geographically. The Autism Society hosts an annual and several local conferences and publishes a quarterly magazine, the Autism Advocate. The Autism Society impacts local, state and federal public policy and increases awareness about day-to-day issues and promotes research that leads to applied practices to improve the quality of life for those living with autism.