Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, the annual event aims to promote autism acceptance, foster inclusion, and champion the rights of those on the spectrum.
In a statement, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on governments to ensure autistic individuals’ equal participation in society.
Public education campaigns across Poland, organized by advocacy groups and therapy centers, focus on destigmatizing autism, with an emphasis on earlier diagnosis and tailored support services.
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), affects about one in 100 children worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. Experts stress that people on the spectrum vary widely in their abilities and needs. While some lead independent lives, others require comprehensive assistance—especially in education, employment, and healthcare.
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Source: gov.pl, UN News