Today is World Autism Awareness Day

2025-04-02 09:04:57 / JETË ALFA PRESS

Today is World Autism Awareness Day

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. Since the United Nations General Assembly designated April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) in 2007, the UN has worked to promote the full realization of human rights and fundamental freedoms for individuals with autistic spectrum disorders, ensuring their equal participation in society.

The 2007 resolution emphasized the need to raise public awareness of autism. Today, more than 17 years later, the global movement has expanded beyond awareness to actively promote acceptance, appreciation, and inclusion, recognizing the contributions that autistic people make to their communities and the world at large.

During this day, scientific research on this diagnosis is promoted, opposing the discrimination and isolation that many autistic individuals and their families still experience.

The theme of this year’s activities is: “Advancing Neurodiversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals,” bringing together global experts, policymakers, and autistic voices. Discussions focus on inclusive healthcare, quality education, access to the workplace, reducing inequalities, and designing autism-friendly cities and communities.

 

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