World Autistic Pride Day

Celebrated on 18 June.

• It 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.
• Theme : Taking the Mask Off.
• First Autistic Pride Day was celebrated in Brazil in 2005.
• This day was created by Gareth and Amy Nelson.

ABOUT AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.