Autistic Pride Day

Autistic Pride Day is celebrated annually on June 18th to promote awareness, acceptance, and celebration of autism and neurodiversity. The day aims to challenge negative attitudes and stereotypes surrounding autism and to promote the understanding that autistic people have unique strengths and talents that should be recognized and celebrated. Autistic Pride Day was first celebrated in 2005 by the Aspies For Freedom organization, which was founded by a group of autistic people. The day is marked by events and activities around the world, including marches, conferences, and awareness-raising campaigns. The celebration of Autistic Pride Day is an important step towards creating a more inclusive and accepting society for autistic individuals. It is a reminder that autism is a natural and valid way of being, and that people with autism have valuable contributions to make to society. By promoting awareness, acceptance, and celebration of autism, we can create a world where autistic people are valued and included in all aspects of life.