International, Wednesday 2nd April
On December 18th 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139, declaring that April 2nd of each year will mark World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). The declaration expressed deep concern at the prevalence and high rate of Autism in Children in all regions of the world and the consequential developmental challenges. It called on all countries, UN bodies, international organisations, and non-governmental groups to take steps to raise awareness of Autism.
The Irish Society for Autism is a national organisation, founded in 1963. They are celebrating over 60 years of campaigning and providing services and supports to Autistic people and their families.
They are the longest established organisation for Autistic people in Ireland.
The Society was formed with the goals of creating awareness about Autism, and convincing the authorities that early diagnosis and specialised education would greatly enhance the quality of life for Autistic people.
- Date:
- Wednesday 2nd April
- Time:
- n/a
- Price:
- Free
