The Autism Society of America, the nation's oldest leading grassroots autism organization, is proud to celebrate National Autism Awareness Month in April 2020 with the its new 'Celebrate Differences' campaign. Designed to build a better awareness of the signs, symptoms, and realities of autism, #CelebrateDifferences focuses on providing information and resources for communities to be more aware of autism, promote acceptance, and be more inclusive in everyday life.
The Autism Society recognizes that the prevalence of autism in the United States has risen from 1 in 125 children in 2010 to 1 in 59 in 2020 - recognizing this continued increase, the goal for NAAM is to further increase awareness about autism signs, symptoms and opportunities through: information and referrals, events, printable and digital resources, and community partnerships with businesses and organizations dedicated to building inclusive experiences.
It was in 1970 that the Autism Society held the first National Autism Awareness month in April. It was their effort to raise awareness and advocate for individuals diagnosed on the spectrum. Since that time, many more national and international organizations have continued the efforts to provide education to the community and resources for families and those with autism. This year also marks the thirteenth year since April became World Autism Awareness month.
The Autism Society of America, the nation's oldest leading grassroots autism organization, is proud to celebrate National Autism Awareness Month in April 2020 with the its new 'Celebrate Differences' campaign. Designed to build a better awareness of the signs, symptoms, and realities of autism, #CelebrateDifferences focuses on providing information and resources for communities to be more aware of autism, promote acceptance, and be more inclusive in everyday life.
The Autism Society recognizes that the prevalence of autism in the United States has risen from 1 in 125 children in 2010 to 1 in 59 in 2020 - recognizing this continued increase, the goal for NAAM is to further increase awareness about autism signs, symptoms and opportunities through: information and referrals, events, printable and digital resources, and community partnerships with businesses and organizations dedicated to building inclusive experiences.
'Autism Speaks' is just one of many organizations around the county, state, country and world that promote awareness and advocacy for individuals on the spectrum. This year they are inviting friends and neighbors around the world to come together with their theme of 'be kind' and make 2020 the Year of Kindness. Be an influencer of kindness by leading by example and spreading positivity to your followers on social media. A poll on Autism Speaks social media pages showed that 90 percent of people on the spectrum and their loved ones said they experienced bullying or negativity.
Spread the word and make 2020 the Year of Kindness. Will you join us in working to create a kinder world this year? 
Spread the word and make 2020 the Year of Kindness. Will you join us in working to create a kinder world this year?
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