World Autism Awareness Day 2024

Category : Important Days Published on: April 02 2024

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April 2 is observed as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) by the United Nations General Assembly.
The theme for World Autism Awareness Day 2024 is "Colour," intended to challenge stereotypes and highlight the dynamic lives of individuals with autism.
Designated by the UN General Assembly on December 18, 2007, April 2 has been observed as World Autism Awareness Day since 2008.
Autism is a developmental disability impacting brain functions, and this day serves to promote understanding and support for individuals, particularly children, affected by autism.

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