World Autism Awareness Day

What is World Autism Awareness Day?

World Autism Awareness Day is an annual day event which aims to increase awareness around Autism, and how we can support Autistic people in society. This then ensures values of inclusion and diversity are maintained, where people become more educated on what Autism is and how we can accomodate everyone based on their individual needs. The 2024 theme is "Colour". 

When is World Autism Awareness Day?

Tuesday, 2 April

Activities:

• Wear blue (the official event colour) to school to join in raising awareness
• Group time: Discuss what Autism is 
• Engage in a service fundraising activity to raise awareness for a local or national Autism charity
• Read a book about Autism and Inclusion
• Sensory play: Create sensory bins with different textures like rice, beans or sand
• Art experience: Paint, draw or craft, encouraging creativity and self-expression
• Music Therapy: Listen to calming music or create rhythms with instruments to promote relaxation