World Autistic Pride Day 18 June 2023 - Importance and theme
World Autistic Pride Day is a pride celebration for autistic people, which is commemorated every year on the 18th of June. World Autistic Pride Day is celebrated by autistic people and their advocators to identify the significance of pride for autistic people and its vital role in bringing about positive changes in society at large.
World Autistic Pride Day 2023 theme
This year, 2023, the World Autistic Pride Day theme is "Transforming the narrative: Contributions at home, at work, in the arts and in policymaking". It tells about the necessary change that must be brought into the narrative of autistic people so that society will be more welcoming in accepting them at work and in the arts. Counternarratives can also boost the changes in policymaking – supporting the laws which ease up the receptivity of society towards autistic people.
History of World Autistic Pride Day
The first Autistic Pride Day was celebrated in Brazil in 2005, according to reports. The day was created by Gareth and Amy Nelson, according to various sources. A Brazilian organization called Aspires for Freedom is credited with creating the day in 2005 in order to raise public awareness of autism and pinpoint the similarities as well as the differences among people with the condition. Over time, the event gained significance around the world and eventually became a global event.
Significance of World Autistic Pride Day
As its name suggests, Autism Pride Day is a very significant day since it educates the public about the difficulties that those living with autism face. Our goal should be to treat autistic persons with respect and empathy in order to combat stigma. Equal opportunities should also be made available to people with autism on this day.
World Autistic Pride Day 2022 theme
In the 2022 year, World Autistic Pride Day theme was "Inclusion in the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities in a Post-Pandemic World,". Many children with autism are suffering from a break in their education as a result of the Covid-19 epidemic sweeping the globe. A key focus of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) is to ensure that everyone has access to high-quality education and opportunities to pursue lifelong learning.
What is Autism or Autism spectrum disorders (ASD)?
Autism spectrum sickness (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder impacting how humans interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. Although autism can be recognized at any age, it is described as a "developmental disorder" due to the fact that the signs and symptoms normally start to present within the first two years of life.
How autism disorders affect an individual?
Autism is usually first diagnosed in childhood. About one in 110 children is diagnosed with autism. The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in boys is three-four times greater than in girls. In many cases, autism is a lifelong disorder, but studies demonstrate an increase in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders who eventually function independently and lead full lives. Here, we focus mainly on children and adolescents.
Summary
While people on the extreme end of the spectrum may need assistance to function and run their lives, with the right support, various autistic people too can enjoy pleasurable lives.
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