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World Autism Awareness Day is an annual observance on April 2, designated in 2008 by the United Nations to acknowledge the lived experiences, bring awareness to the inequities and advocate for the rights of individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (or autism).

Also known as World Autism Acceptance Day, the observance highlights the importance of accepting, supporting and including persons with autism, so they can lead a full life and make meaningful contributions at work, at home and in the community.

Learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder and how you can recognize World Autism Awareness Day:

• RRC Polytech Library and Academic Success Centre Guides:
  • Autism Spectrum – readings
  • Autism spectrum – videos
    
• Free self-paced online program offered through the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration in Autism:
  • Autism and Neurodiversity in the Workplace
    
• Autism Canada
  
• Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) – RRC Polytech employees can sign up to access all resources for free!
  • Neurodiversity Guide
  • CCDI Webinar: Neurodiversity: An introduction
    
• The United Nations
  • Tuesday, April 2, 10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. EDT | Free virtual event: Moving from Surviving to Thriving: Autistic individuals share regional perspectives. Register Here.

On April 2, and every day, may we recognize the unique contributions of persons with autism, and continue to create more inclusive environments where everyone feels accepted.