World Autism Awareness Day is observed internationally on April 2 every year. It is a day when member states of the United Nations are encouraged to raise awareness about people living with autistic spectrum disorders including autism and Asperger syndrome.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''This year, the theme of the day, according to UN is 'Inclusion in the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities in a Post-Pandemic World'.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''United Nations notes people with autism have long faced many&nbsp; inequalities like income and wealth distribution, access to health care, protection under the law, and political&nbsp;inclusion, which have only been further exacerbated by the pandemic.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Autism is a lifelong neurological condition that manifests during early childhood, irrespective of gender, race or socio-economic status. Appropriate support, accommodation and acceptance of this neurological variation allow those with Autism to enjoy equal opportunity, full and effective participation in society.</span><br />
News On AIR | April 2, 2021 5:09 PM
World Autism Awareness Day is being observed today