World Autism Awareness Day!

"One in every 110 kids are diagnosed with Autism making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric aids combined.

In effort to raise understanding of this disease the world celebrates April as Autism Awareness Month. Autism is something that affects millions of people in the United States and tens of millions world wide.

17% more people are getting diagnosed with the disease every year.

By bringing together autism organizations all around the world, we will give a voice to the millions of individuals worldwide who are undiagnosed, misunderstood and looking for help.

Autism is a complex and inadequately understood disability with a wide range of manifestations. Children and adults with autism – and, indeed, those living with disabilities in general – have a double burden. In addition to the daily challenges of their disability, they must also cope with the negative attitudes of society, inadequate support for their needs and, in some cases, blatant discrimination.

Let us join persons with autism, their families and their advocates in a community of voices for greater awareness and understanding.Let us also look within, and re-evaluate our attitudes and those of our societies so we can remove the prejudices that discriminate against persons with disabilities. Let us dedicate ourselves to creating a fair and caring society that affords true dignity and rights for all."