Every year, World Autism Awareness Day is observed on 2 April to create awareness among people about a developmental disability of the brain called autism. The day is recognised to provide global opportunities to increase understanding and acceptance of people suffering from autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Autism is a permanent neurological condition that generally shows its first appearance in the infancy period. Regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status, this condition can develop in the early age of life. The exact cause of autism is still unknown, however, some people with this condition have a genetic cause.
Theme 2023
This year, the theme of World Autism Awareness Day 2023 is “Contribution of Autistic People at Home, at Work, in the Arts and in Policymaking.”
The main motive behind this theme is to focus on the acceptance, support, and inclusion of autistic people in society without trying to change them or expecting a cure.
History
To bring attention to the need to assist enhance the quality of life of persons with autism so that they may enjoy full and meaningful lives as an essential part of society, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously designated April 2 as International Autism Awareness Day.
The Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities, which affirms the idea of universal human rights for everyone, comes into effect in 2008. Its aim is to promote respect for the inherent dignity of people with disabilities by promoting the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and basic freedoms.
Significance
The significance of celebrating the World Autism Awareness Day is to educate people about the Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to make a world of difference for people on the ASD spectrum, and help the autistic people to reach their full potential.
