Autism Awareness Week

Autism Awareness Week is scheduled from 2nd to 8th April 2024. The main objective of this week is to increase the public's understanding of autism and how it affects so many individuals and to raise funds for various charities that support them. In the UK, more than 700,000 people are living with autism, and each person's condition is unique, making it a constant challenge to manage daily life.

During this week, the aim is to educate people who may be unaware of the condition, to help them understand it better and to make the world a friendlier and more supportive place for those affected by autism. Despite efforts made so far, there is still a lot that needs to be done to support those with autism. Many children find it challenging to attend school and feel unsafe, while a significant number of adults are not employed. Moreover, a vast number of autistic individuals suffer from mental health issues, and there are those (including children and adults) who are waiting for a neurological assessment.

Therefore, Autism Awareness Week provides a great opportunity to raise funds for the various charities that support those with autism. If you're interested in participating in an event or knowing more about autism, visit the National Autistic Society website at https://waaw.autism.org.uk/.