World Autism Day

Every April, organizations kick off World Autism Month beginning with the United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day on April 2. Today is the 11th annual World Autism Awareness Day.

Joined by the international community, hundreds of thousands of landmarks, buildings, homes and communities around the world will be illuminated by light blue in recognition of people living with autism. Autism-friendly events and educational activities take place all month to increase understanding and acceptance and foster worldwide support.